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Described as “a brilliant strategist who always has absolute command of the subject matter and is always prepared,” José Astigarraga is both an experienced arbitrator and an advocate who represents clients in international business disputes.
José is one of only six lawyers worldwide ranked by Chambers in the top band of international arbitration practitioners for Latin America and one of only nine lawyers ranked in the top band of international arbitration practitioners in the United States.
Cited for his “extraordinary critical thinking skills, strategic planning, extensive international relationships and depth of experience”, which “put him on a level all by himself,” he served on the ICC’s Arbitration Commission for years, co-chaired its Task Force on the Accuracy of Witness Memory, and served as vice president of the LCIA for much of his 10 years on the Court.
He led the IBA’s worldwide Task Force on the Guidelines for Arbitrator Conflicts of Interest. He was appointed by the U.S. Government to advise the NAFTA Commission on the promotion of international arbitration, and served as expert for the U.S. Department of State before the Organization of American States.
Sources: Chambers Latin America 2020; Chambers USA 2020; Chambers Latin America 2017, 2014; Chambers USA 2011.
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Stellar partner José Astigarraga holds a position of immense respect in the Latin American arbitration market. He uses his exceptional knowledge of arbitration matters to assist an array of prestigious corporate clients with highly sophisticated commercial and investor-state arbitration cases throughout the region.
José Astigarraga is the global head of the practice. He is held in high regard for his expertise in complex and high-value commercial disputes, fielding particular strength in Latin America matters.
José Astigarraga is best known for handling big-ticket commercial arbitrations in the USA and Latin America. He is often called upon for his knowledge of the energy sector as well as infrastructure and construction projects.
José Astigarraga is the global head of the practice. He is held in high regard for his expertise in complex and high-value commercial disputes, fielding particular strength in Latin America matters.
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"José Astigarraga is one of the big shots of the international arbitration space, and is deserving of recognition."
"José Astigarraga is a master. He's very sophisticated and practical, with a global vision of the issues. It's always a pleasure to work with him."
"He's a very senior figure and impresses all around. He's got brilliant oral advocacy skills and is focused and hands-on."
"José Astigarraga is one of the big shots of the international arbitration space, and is deserving of recognition."
"José Astigarraga is a master. He's very sophisticated and practical, with a global vision of the issues. It's always a pleasure to work with him."
"He's a very senior figure and impresses all around. He's got brilliant oral advocacy skills and is focused and hands-on."
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