Arias
More informationThe environmental group at Arias employs regional strength to advise national and international corporates and developers on a wide spectrum of matters across the practice area. With a client base spanning such sectors as pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, agriculture, energy and chemicals, the team’s comprehensive service covers environmental litigation and alternative dispute resolution, legal permits and licences, ESG services, expansion planning, regulatory compliance, renewable projects and environmental due diligence. The team is led by seasoned environmental litigator Roberto Cordero, who brings over 20 years of experience and who assists clients with environmental health and safety, sustainability, and crisis management, and Carlos Ubico, who utilises a background in project finance, public law, administrative litigation, and constitutional claims before the Costa Rican Constitutional Court. Other key figures include senior counsel Luis Diego Obando, who has litigated internationally before the Inter-American Court of Human Rights, and associate Mónica Espinoza, who handles the environmental aspects of major transactions for clients across the fishing, automotive and hospitality industries.
Testimonials
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- 'The team stands out for its extensive knowledge and expertise, and its client service.'
Key clients
- Martec
- Grupo Orbis
- IMCD Holdings US
Work highlights
- Advising Laboratorios Zepol on environmental, health and safety and quality compliance assessments and regulatory monitoring.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Roberto Cordero, Carlos Ubico