Dispute Resolution
Latin America Guide 2025 : Puerto Rico
Band 3
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Ferraiuoli has a respected disputes practice recognised for its strong track record advising clients on commercial litigation, including collection and foreclosure, breach of contract and mass tort disputes. The team's expertise extends to representing clients in constitutional and administrative litigation, as well as assisting with mediation and arbitration cases.
Work Highlights
- Ferraiuoli advised Rio Tinto, the world’s second-largest metals and mining corporation, in a dispute against 16 municipalities of Puerto Rico that filed a complaint against multiple extraction companies, seeking damages for their alleged primary role in causing the catastrophic storms of 2017: Hurricanes Irma and Maria.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Ferraiuoli's team is highly efficient and professional in handling all matters, responding and providing guidance in a timely manner. Its lawyers are knowledgeable, with ample experience."
"Ferraiuoli's team is highly efficient and professional in handling all matters, responding and providing guidance in a timely manner. Its lawyers are knowledgeable, with ample experience."
Notable Practitioners
Head of the firm's litigation department Roberto Cámara-Fuertes is well placed to assist clients with commercial and administrative litigation proceedings. He also demonstrates expertise in representing reputable clients in defamation, injunction, damages and fraud cases.
"We respect Roberto Cámara-Fuertes' work and recommendations in litigation very highly."
Head of bankruptcy and creditors' rights Sonia Colón plays an active role in the Puerto Rican bankruptcy field, where she assists with out-of-court restructuring, litigation and workouts.
"Sonia Colón is an excellent lawyer who is very proactive and always on top of her cases."
Partner Gustavo Chico-Barris comes recommended for his experience and knowledge in the Puerto Rican bankruptcy realm.
"Gustavo Chico-Barris is highly professional and always responds in a timely manner, providing clear explanations for each particular case."