The powerhouse dispute resolution practice at Arias remains a market leader, drawing on the experience of its team to represent household-name multinationals and financial institutions (including Citibank, Fruit of the Loom and Walmart) involved in high-stakes litigation, alternate dispute resolution processes and out-of-court settlements. With a client base spanning such sectors as retail, pharmaceuticals, banking, beverages, energy and construction, the practice’s comprehensive service covers disputes involving corporate, commercial, civil, administrative, IP, labour and environmental law. In addition, the group brings strength to administrative and judicial antitrust proceedings. The team is headed by seasoned litigator Eduardo Ángel, whose areas of expertise include disputes stemming from compliance, regulatory, antitrust and distribution issues. Key support is provided by senior associate Raquel Romero, who excels at constitutional and procedural law matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The service provided by the Arias team is very comprehensive. They respond to us immediately, they have a good reputation with any entity in the country, and the level of communication and resolution is very accurate, due to the high level of knowledge they possess.’

  • 'Eduardo Ángel is ethical, respectful, highly knowledgeable about commercial matters and conflict resolution, has great communication skills and is very assertive.'

  • 'I would like to highlight their knowledge of the business environment in El Salvador, their agility in addressing issues and their strategic approach to conflicts.'

Key clients

  • Walmart
  • Citibank
  • GSK
  • Novartis Pharma
  • Fruit of the Loom
  • AB InBev
  • Enerland
  • Panalab
  • Holcim
  • Suez

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.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Eduardo Ángel