Dispute Resolution
Latin America Guide 2025 : Venezuela
Band 1
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Provided by D'Empaire
D’Empaire conducts general and specialized litigation on corporate, labor, tort, intellectual property, tax and environmental matters. D’Empaire also provides assistance in litigation conducted in other countries and advises clients on criminal matters. In these cases, D’Empaire provides total support to clients and to the criminal lawyer especially selected to conduct the case.
Chambers Review
D'Empaire possesses a highly regarded dispute resolution practice advising a domestic and international clientele from sectors such as banking and finance, food and beverages, and TMT. Their deep bench of noteworthy practitioners provides strong experience in ICSID and UNCITRAL investor-state arbitration proceedings, related to issues such as expropriation. The team is also adept at handling litigation mandates concerning tort law and licensing issues, along with bankruptcy proceedings.
Work Highlights
- D'Empaire assisted Lufthansa in an UNCITRAL arbitration procedure in relation to their suspension of operations in Venezuela.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"D'Empaire is my preferred firm in Venezuela. It is always on top of things and pleasant to work with. I trust the team completely."
"D'Empaire has advised us on many complex and sophisticated arbitration matters. They are quick in their responses, always available, and provide high-quality feedback."
"D'Empaire is my preferred firm in Venezuela. It is always on top of things and pleasant to work with. I trust the team completely."
"D'Empaire has advised us on many complex and sophisticated arbitration matters. They are quick in their responses, always available, and provide high-quality feedback."
Notable Practitioners
Highly regarded partnerJosé Humberto Fríasboasts significant expertise acting as counsel in arbitration proceedings concerning expropriation.
"José Humberto Frías is without a doubt one of the best lawyers in Venezuela - he is always available for us, and goes out of his way to solve any situation we might have."
"José Humberto Frías is always willing to help us and provides friendly and cordial treatment. He is a great professional with extensive experience and knowledge in his area."
Leading light José Valentín González continues to be well recognised in the Venezuelan disputes arena for his expertise in white-collar crime proceedings, as well as cases involving tort law.
"Jose Valentín González is very honest and always speaks with clarity, mentioning pros and cons."
Noteworthy partner Pedro Perera is frequently instructed by companies from the automotive and financial services industries to handle civil litigation, in addition to advising on bankruptcy proceedings.
"Pedro Perera has a lot of knowledge and is also a good, empathetic person."
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