Dispute Resolution
Latin America Guide 2025 : Puerto Rico
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Provided by Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez LLC
PMA actively represents its clients in all areas of civil and commercial litigation before all trial and appellate levels of the Puerto Rico Court of General Justice and the federal courts pertaining to our jurisdiction, including the U.S. District Court for Puerto Rico, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. PMA’s attorneys also assist clients in administrative proceedings before a wide range of Puerto Rico and federal agencies. The Firm’s litigation practice covers virtually every business-related issue encountered by our clients, including antitrust, banking and lender’s liability, bankruptcy and creditor’s rights, construction law, contractual disputes, distribution and franchising, employment and ERISA, environmental, health care and medical malpractice, intellectual property, permits, product liability, securities, tax, telecommunications, torts, trade regulation, and zoning matters. Our attorneys also provide litigation avoidance and compliance counseling in all practice areas.
The Firm has an extensive practice in representing clients in arbitration proceedings, including commercial, construction and securities disputes, before forums such as the AAA, International Centre for Dispute Resolution and FINRA. PMA also represents clients in mediation, conciliations, governmental investigations and pre-litigation negotiations.
Chambers Review
Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez offers an esteemed practice group with ample expertise in commercial litigation, including product liability, class actions and distribution disputes. The team is also known for assisting companies with breach of contract litigation and advising clients on securities arbitration proceedings. The firm routinely provides counsel to an impressive client roster, spanning the financial services, oil and gas, entertainment and manufacturing sectors.
Work Highlights
- Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez defended Triple-S from claims of contract, fraud and RICO violations, among others, filed by a Texas resident who alleges she was the victim of a scam by people who affirmed themselves to be Triple-S officers and employees.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez's litigation department has designed and executed strong strategies for difficult and complex litigations, understanding how they affect business issues."
"Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez's team are very competent and creative when it comes to solving complex issues. They are very knowledgeable with the right experience and always respond on time."
"Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez's litigation department has designed and executed strong strategies for difficult and complex litigations, understanding how they affect business issues."
"Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez's team are very competent and creative when it comes to solving complex issues. They are very knowledgeable with the right experience and always respond on time."
Notable Practitioners
Senior statesperson Néstor Méndez comes recommended by the market for his track record in the Puerto Rican dispute resolution domain.
"Néstor Méndez is a very experienced trial lawyer and also has a good understanding of the business side of things when it comes to commercial litgation."
Key partner Oreste Ricardo Ramos carries on receiving ample praise from clients for his expertise in the dispute resolution field in Puerto Rico, where he represents private and public organisations as clients.
"Oreste Ricardo Ramos is a highly accomplished lawyer with a wealth of experience. He has demonstrated expertise in litigation, delivering exceptional legal counsel to complex issues with precision."
María Dolores Trelles garners recognition for her activity in the Puerto Rican litigation area.
"María Dolores Trelles's legal advice is top-notch, with a clear understanding of the business options necessary to make things happen."
Ranked Lawyers at
Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez LLC
Puerto Rico
Members
Provided by Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez LLC
Clients
Provided by Pietrantoni Mendez & Alvarez LLC
AT&T
Banco Popular de Puerto Rico
Banco Santander
Chevron Phillips
Coca Cola Puerto Rico Bottlers
Empire Gas Corp.
Government Development Bank for Puerto Rico
Humana Health
Puerto Rico Coffee Roasters
Puerto Rico Telephone Company, Inc. d/b/a CLARO
Santander Securities LLC
Total Petroleum Puerto Rico Corp.
Triple-S Management Corporation
Industries
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Banks
Chemicals
Commercial & Professional Services
Consumer Product Manufacturing
Education
Energy
Financial Services
Food & Drink Producers
Government
Health Care
Insurance
Real Estate
Retail
Securities
Telecommunications