In the arbitration arena, Hernández & Cía has a notable record in advising public and private sector clients on local and international arbitration relating to infrastructure, insurance, energy and construction disputes. Counting global corporations, banks and public entities among its clients, the firm frequently appears in investor-state and commercial arbitrations before the ICC and ICSID. The offering is collectively led by industry veteran Javier de Belaunde; Enrique Johanson, who concentrates on complex arbitration proceedings concerning construction disputes; and Caterina Miró Quesada, who assists sovereign states and private companies in investment disputes. Jorge Luis Zubiate is reputed for his experience in advising major financial institutions on various claims before Peruvian courts, while Sheilah Vargas handles arbitration procedures in the hydrocarbon and telecoms fields. Senior associate Lourdes Luna focuses on construction cases, while associate Renzo Saavedra covers contractual and governmental disputes.
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Testimonials
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‘The firm is very innovative. It has lawyers who are experts in arbitration litigation such as Sheilah Vargas.'
‘I have hired the services of the firm considering the reputation and experience of Enrique Johanson. I must point out that Enrique Johanson's performance lives up to his reputation. He is an excellent professional, who has been extremely careful and attentive in each of the actions and has shown his experience, total management and knowledge of our arbitration process.'
‘I consider that the comparison factor is professionalism and quality of service. The firm possesses both.'
‘I have had the opportunity to work with Enrique Johanson, I highlight his ability to implement strategies, his knowledge on the subject and, above all, providing alternative solutions that lead to generating trust.'
‘In the case of Estudio Hernández & Cía, I highlight Sheilah Vargas. I had the satisfaction of working with her and obtaining successful results in two arbitrations.'
‘They are more proactive and are concerned with the details. They are informed when something is unclear about the facts of the case. We would recommend Sheilah Vargas and Renzo Saavedra.'
‘They have a litigation team that is technically very reliable.'
‘Jorge Luis Zubiate's attention is personalised.'
Key clients
- The Republic of Peru
- Mexichem Peru
- Supermercados Peruanos
- Colegios Peruanos
- Consorcio Vial del Sur
- Consorcio Italo Peruano
- Gilat Networks Peru
- Intertitulos
Work highlights
- Represented the Republic of Peru in an international arbitration before the ICSID regarding a $30m claim.
- Advised Consorcio Vial del Sur in an arbitration against the Peruvian government concerning a contract worth approximately $140m.
- Represented Intercorp in several disputes valued at more than $226m.
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Javier de Belaunde, Enrique Johanson, Caterina Miró Quesada