Situated within a global network, the arbitration department at CMS Grau handles both domestic and international arbitration proceedings, primarily relating to commercial issues, contracts and investment issues, often before the ICC and ICSID. The team is skilled in designing strategies for conflict prevention purposes. The group is led by Luis Alberto Linan, who is experienced in representing telecoms and mining companies in civil and constitutional proceedings; Javier Ferrero, who handles complex investment arbitration cases; and Michelle Barclay, who focuses on advising companies in relation to infrastructure and PPP projects. Carlos Hamann specialises in energy and natural resources disputes, while Ramon Huapaya’s scope of work covers public procurement and government contract-related arbitration.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Extensive team that allows them to adequately serve their clients.'

  • ‘Empathy with their clients and listens to proposed strategies.'

Key clients

  • Autopista del Norte
  • Concesionario de Colegios de Alto Rendimiento
  • Consorcio Agua
  • Telefónica del Perú
  • Adexus Perú
  • Consorcio Huamba
  • Consorcio Paclla

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Luis Alberto Liñán, Javier Ferrero, Michelle Barclay Thorne