Ranking tables
International Arbitration | Latin America
International Counsel
Rankings overview for Departments
Band 1
Band 2
Band 3
- Chaffetz Lindsey LLP 4 Years Ranked
- Reed Smith LLP 4 Years Ranked
- Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates 4 Years Ranked
- Three Crowns LLP 4 Years Ranked
- Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP
Band 4
- Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP 4 Years Ranked
- Clifford Chance US LLP 4 Years Ranked
- Covington & Burling LLP 4 Years Ranked
- Cuatrecasas 2 Years Ranked
- Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP 4 Years Ranked
- Herbert Smith Freehills 4 Years Ranked
- Vinson & Elkins LLP 4 Years Ranked
- BakerHostetler LLP
- Foley Hoag LLP
- Squire Patton Boggs
Band 5
- Baker Botts L.L.P. 1 Years Ranked
- DLA Piper LLP (US) 1 Years Ranked
- Sidley Austin LLP 4 Years Ranked
- Dechamps International Law
Eminent Practitioners
Band 1
- Eduardo Silva Romero Wordstone Dispute Resolution16 Years Ranked
- Fernando Mantilla-Serrano Latham & Watkins LLP16 Years Ranked
- José I Astigarraga Reed Smith LLP16 Years Ranked
- Nigel Blackaby KC Freshfields US LLP16 Years Ranked
- Noiana Marigo Freshfields US LLP13 Years Ranked
- Paolo Di Rosa Arnold & Porter16 Years Ranked
Band 2
- Aníbal Martin Sabater Chaffetz Lindsey LLP14 Years Ranked
- Christian Leathley Herbert Smith Freehills16 Years Ranked
- Dietmar Prager Debevoise & Plimpton LLP14 Years Ranked
- Jonathan Hamilton Paul Hastings LLP16 Years Ranked
- Julie Bédard Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates14 Years Ranked
- Richard C Lorenzo Hogan Lovells US LLP16 Years Ranked
Band 3
- Camilo Cardozo Vinson & Elkins LLP10 Years Ranked
- Carmen Martinez Lopez Three Crowns LLP8 Years Ranked
- Caroline Richard Freshfields US LLP5 Years Ranked
- Daniel E González Hogan Lovells US LLP16 Years Ranked
- Gaëtan Verhoosel KC Three Crowns LLP15 Years Ranked
- Henry Guy Burnett King & Spalding LLP13 Years Ranked
- José Manuel García Represa Wordstone Dispute Resolution10 Years Ranked
- Mark W Friedman Debevoise & Plimpton LLP10 Years Ranked
- Miguel López Forastier Covington & Burling LLP12 Years Ranked
- Roberto J Aguirre Luzi King & Spalding LLP15 Years Ranked
- David M OrtaQuinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP
- Gaela Gehring FloresHughes Hubbard & Reed LLP
Band 4
- Christian Albanesi Linklaters3 Years Ranked
- Gabriela Alvarez-Avila DLA Piper Mexico, S.C.14 Years Ranked
- George Kahale III Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP13 Years Ranked
- James Hosking Chaffetz Lindsey LLP14 Years Ranked
- Mélida Hodgson Arnold & Porter6 Years Ranked
- Nicole Duclos Covington & Burling LLP13 Years Ranked
- Patricio Grané Labat Arnold & Porter7 Years Ranked
- Rafael Llano White & Case SC13 Years Ranked
- Jean Paul DechampsDechamps International Law
Band 5
- Agustin Sanz Three Crowns LLP1 Years Ranked
- Alejandro Escobar Baker Botts UK LLP9 Years Ranked
- Ari D MacKinnon Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP4 Years Ranked
- Claudia Frutos-Peterson Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP3 Years Ranked
- Craig Miles King & Spalding LLP14 Years Ranked
- Cristián Conejero Roos Cuatrecasas16 Years Ranked
- Gabriel Bottini Uría Menéndez1 Years Ranked
- Ina C Popova Debevoise & Plimpton LLP2 Years Ranked
- Jennifer Haworth McCandless Baker Botts L.L.P.2 Years Ranked
- Jennifer Permesly Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates7 Years Ranked
- Jose F Sanchez Vinson & Elkins LLP7 Years Ranked
- Jose Garcia Cueto Clifford Chance US LLP1 Years Ranked
- Kate Brown de Vejar DLA Piper Mexico, S.C.2 Years Ranked
- Maria Ramirez Hogan Lovells US LLP1 Years Ranked
- Oliver J Armas Hogan Lovells US LLP16 Years Ranked
- Silvia Marchili White & Case LLP6 Years Ranked
- Simon Navarro Gonzalez Sidley Austin LLP1 Years Ranked
- Yasmine Lahlou Chaffetz Lindsey LLP7 Years Ranked
- Analía GonzálezBakerHostetler LLP
- Clara BrillembourgFoley Hoag LLP
- José FerisSquire Patton Boggs
- Kenneth Juan FigueroaFoley Hoag LLP
- Luis A PerezAkerman LLP
- Paul S Reichler11KBW
Up and Coming
- Catalina Echeverri Gallego Wordstone Dispute Resolution2 Years Ranked
- Juan Manuel Rey J. de Aréchaga Cuatrecasas1 Years Ranked
- Juliana de Valdenebro Hogan Lovells US LLP1 Years Ranked
- Laura Sinisterra Debevoise & Plimpton LLP1 Years Ranked
- Natalia Zibibbo Freshfields US LLP1 Years Ranked
- Santiago Bejarano Latham & Watkins LLP1 Years Ranked
- Gustavo TopalianDechamps International Law
- Marco MolinaBakerHostetler LLP
- Pedro José IzquierdoSullivan & Cromwell LLP
Associates to watch
All Departments profiles
Band 1
1 Debevoise & Plimpton LLPInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 1 | 4 Years RankedDebevoise & Plimpton enjoys a prestigious international arbitration practice with an outstanding reputation for handling sophisticated disputes throughout the region, most notably those concerning Argentina, Ecuador and Peru. Its international arbitration outfit caters to a host of prestigious financiers and energy, mining and infrastructure companies investing in the region, assisting with a wide range of high-value contentious matters. The legal team is renowned for its singular expertise in both international commercial arbitration matters and investor-state mandates.1 FreshfieldsInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 1 | 4 Years RankedFreshfields Bruckhaus Deringer possesses an outstanding team offering profound insight into the intricacies of multi-jurisdictional arbitration disputes arising in Latin America. The international arbitration team is the first port of call for top-level corporate investors from a range of industry sectors engaging in highly complex investment treaty arbitration cases, especially those concerning Bolivia, Colombia and Venezuela. The top-tier law firm also boasts additional expertise in state representation, as well as commercial arbitration cases originating from post-M&A disputes.1 King & Spalding LLPInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 1 | 4 Years RankedKing & Spalding enjoys a premier practice boasting a deep bench of talented international arbitration experts experienced in handling cases involving an array of key Latin American jurisdictions. The legal division offers top-tier advice to leading multinational corporations engaging in commercial arbitration cases resulting from post-M&A issues, construction claims and general contractual disputes. King & Spalding also excels at representing corporate clients in high-stakes investment treaty arbitration cases.
Band 2
2 Arnold & PorterInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedArnold & Porter possesses an acclaimed disputes practice that is held in high esteem for its ability to navigate complex cross-border Latin American arbitration mandates. The law firm excels at representing governments in consequential investment treaty arbitration cases, as well as defending regional corporations in major ICC disputes. The legal team is deeply knowledgeable of matters concerning the energy and natural resources and infrastructure sectors.2 Hogan Lovells US LLPInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedHogan Lovells benefits from a strong team of practitioners experienced in Latin American arbitration mandates. The practice group acts for an array of prominent companies in complex commercial arbitration matters, in addition to representing investors in investment treaty cases. The legal department is active throughout a wide range of Latin American countries, which include Mexico and Chile.2 Latham & Watkins LLPInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedLatham & 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 legal department offers long-standing 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.2 White & Case LLPInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedWhite & Case benefits from a dynamic global team with extensive experience acting on sophisticated arbitration matters throughout Latin America. The international arbitration practice group regularly counsels a selection of blue-chip corporations involved in high-profile investor-state arbitration, as well as commercial cases over contractual disputes, construction matters and post-M&A claims. The firm additionally boasts experience in state representation cases, advising on investment treaty disputes.2 Wordstone Dispute ResolutionInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 2 | 1 Years RankedPrestigious international arbitration practice Wordstone Dispute Resolution has prowess in handling complex and high-value Latin American disputes. The international arbitration practice group is a popular choice among Latin American sovereigns, as well as investors, engaging in high-profile investor-state arbitration throughout the region. The legal department's clients further benefit from its expert advice on handling commercial cases before the ICC, leveraging its experience to assist both state-owned and private companies with major contractual disputes.
Band 3
3 Chaffetz Lindsey LLPInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedChaffetz Lindsey's esteemed international arbitration outfit offers valued expertise in Latin American mandates. The practice group is in high demand among prominent international and regional corporate groups for its knowledge of commercial disputes, especially those arising out of infrastructure and construction claims. Chaffetz Lindsey's lawyers are also sought after by corporate claimants engaging in investment treaty cases.3 Reed Smith LLPInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedReed Smith enjoys an admired dispute resolution practice sought after for its Latin American arbitration expertise. The legal team is adept at handling complex commercial arbitration, frequently advising clients on claims arising out of construction and financial disputes across Latin America. Reed Smith is also well versed in representing investors in significant investment treaty arbitration mandates.3 Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & AffiliatesInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedHighly respected international arbitration outfit Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom boasts an impressive track record of advising on matters throughout Argentina, Ecuador and Mexico. The law office remains a popular choice for regional and international investors involved in complex commercial and investment treaty arbitration cases in the region. The international arbitration practice group enjoys notable activity in the oil and gas sector.3 Three Crowns LLPInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedThree Crowns benefits from a well-regarded international arbitration practice group with recognised Latin American expertise. The firm remains highly active, representing major players from the energy sector, in particular in investor-state disputes, with a growing presence in the commercial arbitration arena. The practice's expertise spans several jurisdictions, including Colombia, Chile, Ecuador and Mexico.
Band 4
4 Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLPInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton possesses a respected international practice with highly valued capabilities in Latin American arbitration. The practice group is best known for its expertise in multi-jurisdictional commercial arbitration concerning disputes in numerous Latin American jurisdictions, including Peru and Mexico. Cleary Gottlieb is also active representing investors in investment treaty arbitration claims.4 Clifford Chance US LLPInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedClifford Chance benefits from a talented disputes practice which is experienced in handling matters across Latin America, with a focus on the Peruvian market. The international arbitration group leverages its knowledge of energy and infrastructure to represent multinational corporate clients in both commercial and investor-state arbitration cases.4 Covington & Burling LLPInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedCovington & Burling possesses an admired dispute resolution group skilled at handling multi-jurisdictional Latin American arbitration. The legal team acts for an impressive portfolio of corporate clients, especially those hailing from the energy and natural resources and construction sectors. Covington & Burling advises clients on both investor-state and commercial arbitration disputes.4 CuatrecasasInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedCuatrecasas is recognised for its extensive international arbitration practice. The legal division represents notable companies across a range of dispute resolution matters, including both commercial and investment arbitrations. The law firm can boast a strategic presence in various Latin American countries, allowing its local counsels to assist with the resolution of disputes across other jurisdictions in the region.4 Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLPInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedCurtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle is recognised for its prowess in the international arbitration arena. The legal team is renowned for its skill in representing governments and state-owned entities in crucial commercial and investment treaty disputes across Latin America. The international arbitration practice group boasts an impressive track record acting for various states in the region, notably Colombia, Panama and Venezuela.4 Herbert Smith FreehillsInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedHerbert Smith Freehills benefits from a reputed international arbitration practice that is noted for its strength in both the commercial and investor-state arenas. The legal team caters to a client portfolio of household names from the oil and gas and infrastructure sectors in disputes before a variety of arbitral panels. The international arbitration practice group is versed in Latin American matters, especially those involving Argentina, Chile and Ecuador.4 Vinson & Elkins LLPInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedVinson & Elkins benefits from a talented disputes practice that earns recognition for its prowess in multi-jurisdictional Latin American arbitration mandates. The legal team offers significant expertise in commercial arbitration, with a growing stature for its representation of corporate entities in investment treaty arbitration. Vinson & Elkins is particularly experienced in handling energy and construction disputes.
Band 5
5 Baker Botts L.L.P.International Arbitration2025 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedBaker Botts fields an active team with significant experience acting in international arbitration proceedings across Latin America. The practice group shows proficiency in both commercial and investment disputes, representing sovereigns and state-owned entities as well as multinational conglomerates. The law firm is particularly active in disputes arising out of Central and South America. The Republic of Peru is a Baker Botts new client win.5 DLA Piper LLP (US)International Arbitration2025 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedDLA Piper possesses a key international arbitration department that is respected for its prowess in Latin American disputes. It routinely advises companies from the energy and natural resources, infrastructure and agribusiness on their commercial and investor-state arbitration proceedings throughout the region. The international arbitration team benefits from the expertise of the firm's local counsel presence in Argentina, Mexico, Chile and Peru.5 Sidley Austin LLPInternational Arbitration2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedSidley Austin possesses a recognised international practice group with a strong reputation in the Latin American market. The international arbitration department benefits from marked experience representing sovereigns, state-owned enterprises and investors in investment treaty arbitration cases. Sidley Austin also caters to private companies involved in commercial arbitration claims.