Dispute Resolution: White-Collar Crime
Latin America Guide 2025 : Peru
Band 1
About
Provided by Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados
At Benites, Vargas & Ugaz Abogados, our Criminal Law team is dedicated to safeguarding the interests of our clients in complex criminal dispute matters. With a deep understanding of the intricacies of white-collar crime, our seasoned attorneys excel in providing strategic legal counsel and defense against allegations of collusion, fraud and bribery mandates, as well as compliance programme implementation. The firm's clientele is often active in the telecommunications, banking and finance, and mining sectors.
Our approach is rooted in a blend of legal acumen, investigative prowess, and negotiation skills. We work tirelessly to protect the reputations and assets of our clients, whether they are individuals or organizations facing legal challenges. From conducting internal investigations to representing clients in regulatory inquiries and criminal proceedings, our team's unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes is evident in our track record of successful resolutions.
"Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados has a longstanding presence in the Peruvian market and is recognised for being the first law firm that handled matters related to economic criminal law in Peru."
"The firm has a team of experienced and knowledgeable practitioners in the white-collar crime field. Their department has a good combination of youth and experience."
Chambers Review
Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados houses a celebrated practice that has garnered a stellar reputation in Peru's white-collar crime sphere. The team demonstrates market-leading capabilities representing both private individuals and large corporations in issues such as collusion, fraud and bribery mandates, as well as compliance programme implementation. The firm's clientele is often active in the telecommunications, banking and finance, and mining sectors.
Work Highlights
- Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados assisted mining companies Marcobre and Minsur with conducting internal compliance investigations.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados take great care in their relationship with clients. They ensure that the advice not only meets a high quality standard but, above all, that the response arrives on time."
"Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados have a strategic vision that is key for handling complex issues."
"Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados take great care in their relationship with clients. They ensure that the advice not only meets a high quality standard but, above all, that the response arrives on time."
"Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados have a strategic vision that is key for handling complex issues."
Notable Practitioners
Eminent practitioner José Ugaz continues to come highly recommended by clients and peers alike for his active practice handling money laundering and fraud investigation cases.
"José Ugaz is an attorney with vast experience and knowledge. He is one of the best criminal lawyers in the country."
Well-regarded partner Luis Vargas Valdivia offers a wealth of experience advising clients on white-collar crime procedures, including anti-money laundering and compliance.
"Luis Vargas Valdivia demonstrates a superb strategic vision of the issues entrusted to him."
Partner Liliana Calderon breaks into the rankings this year for her leading role in compliance matters.
"Liliana Calderon is an excellent adviser. She knows a lot about compliance issues and is always client-oriented."
Co-head of department Roberto Pereira debuts in the white-collar rankings, receiving praise for his criminal litigation practice.
"Roberto Pereira is an expert lawyer in criminal matters. He is very professional, and analyses in detail the legal complexities and specific challenges of each case."
Ranked Lawyers at
Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados
Peru
Members
Provided by Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados
Carlos Samamé
Daniel Loli
Guillermo Cornejo
José Arrieta
Liliana Calderón
Head of Department
Paul Ruiz
Pedro Espadín
Raiza Arroyo
Ricardo Mellarez
Roberto Pereira
Industries
Provided by Benites Vargas & Ugaz Abogados
Banking
Mining
Telecommunications