Baker McKenzie S.A.S.

The dispute resolution team at Baker McKenzie S.A.S. scores highly for its ‘careful analysis of the counterpart’s arguments to refute them’, while its ’creativity’, ‘organisation’ and ’deep knowledge’ are also praised by clients. A truly international-facing practice, it acts for an impressive raft of domestic and multinational corporations in judicial and administrative law proceedings, as well as in investigations conducted by government agencies. As global chair of the firm’s dispute resolution group, Claudia Benavides is one of the most sought-after litigators in the region due to her experience in complex litigation, particularly disputes involving energy and infrastructure projects. Up-and-coming partner Cristina Mejia is also highly regarded for her extensive experience in domestic and international litigation, which spans the full spectrum of commercial, civil and administrative law cases. Together, Benavides and Mejia represented HSBC, as indenture trustee of certain senior unsecured notes, in judicial bankruptcy liquidation proceedings initiated by the Transtel group of companies. The department also benefits from a strong second line of associates, including senior Sebastian Quintero, whose international experience was honed during an early career stint at the firm’s London office; senior Ana Carolina Abreo, who was formerly assistant legal counsel at the Permanent Court of Arbitration; and seniors Daniela Páez Cala  and Felipe González Arrieta, both of whom specialise in arbitration but also handle judicial disputes. Former senior Nicolas Rivera Montoya left to establish his own firm in May 2024.