Dispute Resolution - Venezuela
What the team is known for
Mezgravis & Asociados possesses a respected dispute resolution practice that boasts significant experience dealing with ICSID investor-state arbitration proceedings. The team is particularly active representing mining and banking and finance clients on contentious matters. Their solid bench of well-regarded practitioners has significant expertise acting in disputes relating to commercial issues, along with the expropriation of privately held assets and bilateral investment treaties. The firm also represents clients in mediation processes.
Notable practitioners
Significant partner Andrés Mezgravis continues to be a strong player in the Venezuelan litigation market. He boasts a broad dispute resolution practice, with particular expertise in investment treaty arbitration proceedings, as well as handling commercial litigation and mediation. "Andrés Mezgravis is an incredibly talented arbitration lawyer who has built an important practice in Venezuela."
Noteworthy practitioner Militza Santana is often seen representing clients active in the energy and natural resources field in domestic and international arbitration mandates. She is also experienced acting on civil and commercial litigation proceedings.