Baker McKenzie handles a broad range of contentious matters, including civil litigation, commercial arbitration and international investment disputes, with notable strength in cases involving cross-border elements. The team draws on the firm’s global platform to coordinate effectively with colleagues in Paris and New York, particularly in ICSID and UNCITRAL investment arbitrations involving Venezuela. María Eugenia Salazar-Furiati often leads these cross-office efforts. The firm is also active in compliance-related disputes, with Jesús Dávila, Jesús Villegas, who was promoted to the partnership in July 2025, and senior associate Adriana Gonçalves advising on investigations and developing defence strategies in cases in heavily regulated sectors. Investment arbitration is also a focus for senior associate Héctor Martínez, while Eugenio Hernández-Bretón and Gabriel De Jesús continue to play key roles on high-stakes mandates.

Dentons’ dispute resolution group is made up of arbitration and litigation teams. On the litigation side, the firm has managed a broad caseload before the Supreme Court, while the arbitration team acts in both domestic and international proceedings before institutions such as CACCC and CEDCA. Ramón Alvins leads the practice and is involved in civil and commercial litigation, particularly in insurance-related disputes. Luis Ernesto Andueza focuses on international arbitration with an emphasis on regulatory interpretation, while Sergio Casinelli contributes expertise in the contractual and corporate considerations relevant to contentious matters. Senior counsel Fernando Sanquírico also supports the practice.

With an in-depth knowledge of the Venezuelan judicial system, the team at Lega handles all areas of dispute resolution, including civil, commercial, maritime, and criminal litigation. The team is jointly steered by Carlos Domínguez Hernández, who handles cases involving breach of contract, corporate disputes, and anti-counterfeiting and protection of IP rights, and José Alberto Ramírez, who has extensive experience in alternative dispute resolution matters, often representing construction, technology, oil and gas, and hospitality sector clients. Lisette García Gandica is a litigation and arbitration specialist with extensive court experience. The team also includes Elias Tarbay, who handles arbitration cases for construction and infrastructure clients, Andrés Chacón, who is a member of the white-collar crime team, and Mark Melilli-Silva, who has all-round litigation and arbitration expertise.

Mendoza, Palacios, Acedo, Borjas, Paez Pumar & Cia. is active across a wide spectrum of contentious work, with the team regularly representing clients in civil, commercial, labour, tax and administrative disputes. The firm maintains a strong presence in cases before the Supreme Tribunal of Justice, including handling constitutional appeals. Carlos Eduardo Acedo is noted for his arbitration work, particularly in matters involving financial services, insurance and consumer protection. Esteban Palacios Lozada focuses his practice on complex labour-related litigation. Rosemary Thomas is highly regarded for her expertise in cassation proceedings, while Alfonso Graterol frequently defends multinational companies in contentious matters. Junior partner Francesca Rigio also plays a prominent role in the firm’s litigation practice.

Araquereyna's team is split into litigation and arbitration and mediation areas, allowing it to offer a comprehensive dispute resolution service, with experience acting for both claimants and defendants. Antonio Canova and Pedro Luis Planchart handle domestic and international arbitration matters, while Luis Alfredo Araque and Marcos Carrillo are well versed in commercial and investment arbitration proceedings. Juan José Figueroa specialises in conflict resolution through both judicial proceedings and alternative methods. Leading the litigation side of the practice is Guido Mejía, an expert in procedural law.

Brando, Ochoa, Rodríguez - Abogados (BORA) is a boutique law firm, with a number of highly effective litigators. The practice is led by Mario Brando, who is well versed in both litigation and arbitration, Javier Ochoa-Muñoz, who handles transnational litigation, and Luis Ernesto Rodríguez Carrera, who represents clients in complex disputes in local and international settings. The team also consists of Antonio Brando Cernichiaro, Paola Ines Brando Mayorca, and Gustavo Linares Benzo.

D'Empaire is well versed in investor-state arbitration, including cases before ICSID and UNCITRAL tribunals concerning state measures and nationalisations. The team also handles commercial arbitration under ICC and AAA rules, among others. Its litigation practice covers civil and commercial disputes, with experience in proceedings before the Supreme Tribunal of Justice. José Humberto Frías focuses on arbitration, while Pedro Perera acts in litigation involving civil, commercial, IP and constitutional issues. Other key team members are José Valentín González and associate Daniel Bustos, who supports the group’s arbitration work.

Ponte Andrade & Casanova has a comprehensive dispute resolution practice that tackles high-profile matters including cases including wrongful dismissals, termination of contracts and recovery of unpaid loans. Ignacio Ponte Brandt leads the team, with an in-depth understanding of litigation and other dispute resolution methods. He is joined by Ignacio Andrade Monagas, who handles civil and employment litigation. Associate Fanduar Boada is also a key contact.

Torres, Plaz & Araujo handles civil and commercial disputes, representing clients in litigation and arbitration in both domestic and international forums. The firm is active in matters arising from the banking, insurance and aviation industries. Practice heads Jesús Escudero and Andrea Cruz share responsibility for the group. Escudero’s experience spans cross-border family disputes, white-collar litigation and liability claims, while Cruz focuses on arbitration and litigation involving aviation issues, family law and damages.

The team at Travieso Evans Arria Rengel & Paz assists local subsidiaries of multinational companies with litigation,  arbitration and other forms of dispute resolution. Leading the team are Pedro Rengel Nuñez, an experienced arbitrator, and Javier Ruan Soltero, who focuses on civil, mercantile and family law matters. Wesley Soto López frequently facilitates out-of-court settlements. Other key members of the team are associates Leonardo Viloria, Sofia Annese Barrios, and Yanelis Vega.

Tinoco, Travieso, Planchart & Núñez has been particularly active recently in the defence of insurance enforcement claims, while the firm's other work includes damages and debt recovery cases. Roberto Yepes Soto heads up the team, with extensive experience in civil and commercial dispute resolution. He is supported by senior associate Yesenia Piñango Mosquera, an experienced litigator.

InterJuris Abogados handles international and investment arbitration, in addition to representing clients in litigation at each level of the courts. Luis Ortiz Álvarez leads the team and is experienced in litigation and arbitration proceedings. Juan José Delgado acts for a mix of local and multinational corporations in corporate, contractual and regulatory cases. Gonzalo Pérez Salazar specialises in litigation regarding financial matters.

Victum Legal joins the rankings this year with a focus on representing clients including corporations, financial institutions, and investors. The team provides a comprehensive service, handling complex cases before the ordinary courts in Venezuela and arbitration centres in Caracas. The team is led by Azael Socorro, who is supported by Rodrigo Lepervanche and associate Rafael Punceles.