BKM | Berkemeyer‘s dispute resolution practice excels in judicial and administrative litigation and demonstrates particular prowess in commercial disputes. Competition and antitrust legislation is a key area of expertise for the team, and it is active in contentious matters in this sector. The practice boasts broad industry expertise, advising on disputes across the labour, tax, IP and environmental sectors. It has an established arbitration practice, as well as experience in alternative dispute resolution, regularly representing clients in out-of-court negotiations. As a member of the Paraguayan, American and International Bar Associations, Hugo T. Berkemeyer leads the team alongside Carla Sosa and Natalia Oddone, who brings experience in judicial collections and the processing of executive judgments. At the associate level, Martin Romero, Natalia Alarcón and Federico Huttemann are names to note.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team is characterised by its notable dynamism, proactivity and speed in responding to the needs of its clients. Composed of specialists from all branches of law with extensive experience, this group of professionals offer a comprehensive response to any type of legal problem. Furthermore, it is worth noting that the majority of its members are women and that there are lawyers of all ages, which provides an even more complete and diverse perspective to their work. In short, the team is characterised by its dynamism and the collaboration of all its members, led by highly experienced lawyers and great attention to detail in customer service.’

  • ‘Carla Sosa has a solid track record in the legal field, which allows her to offer a high quality and precise service. Her proactivity drives her to anticipate client needs and seek innovative solutions. She transmits confidence and security to the client thanks to her deep knowledge of the legal market. She is always available to attend to client needs and demonstrates full commitment to her work.'

  • 'Natalia Oddone stands out for her great ability to resolve disputes efficiently and effectively. His arguments are always based on logic and coherence, backed by his extensive experience.'

  • 'The team is characterised by its extensive experience, proactivity, market knowledge, commitment to the client and ability to resolve disputes effectively.’

  • ‘Their greatest virtue is being there when they are needed, the response capacity and the suitability of your professionals.’

  • ‘They are extremely capable and competent. They have experience. Some of the most notable professionals: Carla Sosa and Martin Romero.’

  • ‘BKM stands out for its solvency and professionalism in the area of ​​dispute resolution, providing fast and precise advice and the development of strategies in the different cases entrusted to them.'

Key clients

  • Unilever de Paraguay
  • Desarrollo Austro Paraguayo
  • Pharma Internacional
  • Telefónica Celular del Paraguay
  • Bayer de Paraguay – Monsanto Paraguay
  • ADM Paraguay – Naviera Chaco
  • Johnson & Johnson de Paraguay
  • Azar Internacional and Casinos Paraguay
  • Corteva de Paraguay

Work highlights

  • Retained by ADM and Naviera Chaco to represent them in a lawsuit for damages filed by a person who claims to have rights to operate river ports, which he was prevented from operating due to the defendants' actions.
  • Currently handling a lawsuit for Desarrollo Austro Paraguayo, in which a third party is claiming part of the property owned by the client, located in the District of Tavaí, Caazapá.
  • Participated in the out-of-court negotiation, on behalf of Pharma Internacional, with a debtor in the pharmaceutical industry and currently in the process of a lawsuit against the debtor in order to obtain the collection or recovery of a large amount of money.

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.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Hugo T. Berkemeyer, Natalia Oddone, Carla Sosa