Bruno Cuellar
FerrereWith offices across South America, Ferrere is well placed to advise on international arbitration proceedings and to handle a high volume of investment, civil and commercial arbitration cases on both a local and international basis. The firm continues to add to its impressive list of national and foreign clients, advising household name companies across the energy, natural resources, telecoms, agribusiness, pharmaceuticals and retail sectors. Experienced arbitrator Diego Villarroel leads the team, with particular expertise in arbitration cases against Bolivia or Bolivian state-owned companies. Senior associate Bruno Cuellar is an expert in extrajudicial negotiations and has a successful track record closing settlement agreements. At the associate level, Erick Vargas demonstrates particular prowess in labour matters, and Laura Baldomar and Daniel Antequera are also active members of the team.
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Testimonials
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'First class. They respond quickly, with initiative and always ensuring that people who do not know Bolivian legislation can understand the client's legal situation. The team led by Diego Villaroel works with international standards and always tries to carry out a defense at the level of the best firms in the region. We feel very well defended and protected.'
‘It is a multi-service firm with the ability to answer complicated Bolivian law questions in various areas of law. It is worth noting that they leverage their resources very well in other offices in the region.'
‘Our main relationship is through Bruno Cuellar with whom we maintain an excellent relationship, informing us of the efforts he makes on our behalf and following up on ongoing efforts.'
‘The office maintains updated and supported information on each of the assigned processes. We always have a timely response.'
‘Personalised attention and above all clear explanations of the client's legal situation, the pros and cons of a strategy or a document to present in court. Very professional and productive. I highlight Diego Villaroel, Daniel Antequera and Bruno Cuellar.'
‘The ability to answer complex questions in a short time, and the ability to identify the right person to answer the questions. I highlight Diego Villaroel for his excellent client service.'
‘In the experience I have had with them, they are a very professional team, very attentive, and very capable. They work well as a team, and the response time is very good.'
‘The truth is that the entire team is very attentive and has a very good level of expertise. Personally, my direct contact is Bruno Cuellar, with whom I have had a very good relationship and I am very happy with his recommendations and experience in the field.'
Key clients
- Glencore Finance
- Empresa de Giros y Remesas de Dinero More Bolivia
- Cargill Bolivia
- Banco Mercantil Santa Cruz
- Polimix Bolivia Hormigón
- Distribuidora Cummins
- Ingenio Sucroalcoholero Aguaí
- Agritec
- Agri2agri
- Cruzimex Comercio Exterior y Distribución
- Exportrade
- Repsol
- PRO ANI
- Fidalga
- Hilco Panamá
- Agropecuaria Momoca
Work highlights
- Represented Glencore Finance (Bermuda) in the UNCITRAL arbitration against the Plurinational State of Bolivia before the Permanent Court of Arbitration.
- Advises and represents Cargill in the collection of outstanding debts from its debtor portfolio, including advising on an ongoing executive judicial process filed against HWW.
- Advises and represents Empresa de Giros y Remesas de Dinero More Bolivia, together with current and former shareholders of the company, in relation to a commercial claim for $14m.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Diego Villarroel
FerrerePractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Diego Villarroel