Dispute Resolution
Europe Guide 2024 : Spain
Band 4
Chambers Review
Arias SLP is a dispute resolution boutique in Spain established in 2022 that demonstrates expertise across a broad range of mandates pertaining to the field. The team boasts a standout arbitration practice with a solid reputation for energy and construction disputes. The group is also well versed in acting for clients in domestic and cross-border litigation. Its lawyers have international and domestic commercial arbitration expertise under ICC, LCIA and UNCITRAL rules.
Work Highlights
- Arias SLP jointly represented Autopista Rio Magdalena in an ICC arbitration against a Spanish construction consortium regarding an EPC contract dispute in Colombia.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The lawyers at Arias offer quick and effective responses and solutions."
"They have a profound view on strategy."
"The lawyers at Arias offer quick and effective responses and solutions."
"They have a profound view on strategy."
Notable Practitioners
David Arias holds an outstanding track record in both acting as arbitrator and serving as counsel in arbitrations involving multiple jurisdictions including in the USA, Latin America and Europe.
"David Arias is one of the best, both as counsel and arbitrator."
"As an arbitrator, David has a lot of experience, with a significant sense of authority that allows cases to be carried out with great order and discipline."
Luis Capiel of acts as counsel on arbitrations in the energy sector. His experience extends to acting in international disputes involving Latin America and Asia.
"Luis is very meticulous and also sensitive to the commercial issues relevant to the matter. It helps in determining the issues that are worth fighting for."