Arbitration (International)

Latham & Watkins possesses a highly regarded disputes practice with a remarkable track record of advising on Latin American arbitration mandates, particularly those involving Colombia, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic. The department offers longstanding experience representing prestigious corporations as claimants in investment arbitration disputes against sovereigns. The international arbitration practice group boasts significant expertise assisting private and state-owned companies with a wide range of commercial claims.

"Latham & Watkins is usually involved in highly complex and sophisticated matters. They have vast experience as a team, and high professional skills."

Fernando Mantilla-Serrano possesses an excellent reputation for his contributions to the market as both counsel and arbitrator. He leverages his remarkable experience in the field to represent both private companies and states in international commerce and investor-state arbitrations in the region, particularly in Colombia. "Fernando Mantilla-Serrano is a well-regarded lawyer in the arbitration field. He is very experienced." "Fernando Mantilla is among the star international arbitration lawyers in Latin America. He is characterised by his great strategic view, extreme rigour, team leadership, and superior skills in every aspect of the proceedings."

Up-and-coming practitioner Santiago Bejarano represents multinational corporations in high-value international disputes in Latin America. His practice focuses on international commercial and investment arbitrations. "Santiago Bejarano is able to leverage years of common law training and practice to effectively advise on cross-border disputes that involve Latin American parties or jurisdictions."

Associate-to-watch Esperanza Barron Baratech represents companies, sovereigns and state-owned entities in various international arbitrations. Her practice has a particular focus on the investment, energy and construction industries. "Esperanza Barron Baratech displays a good performance and attention to detail in arbitration proceedings."