The white-collar criminal law practice at Estudio Ugaz Zegarra has acted for high-profile individuals and businesses, with recent examples including its advice to former President Martín Alberto Vizcarra Cornejo in relation to corruption charges. The team of four lawyers is led by founding partner Fernando Ugaz Zegarra, who is experienced in representing politicians and high-level figures in criminal litigation. Associates Erwin Siccha Perez and Jonathan Correa are also recommended; Siccha leads the forensic audit department and is experienced in advising clients on complex crimes against the public administration, while Correa leads the tax and finance crime department and specialises in litigation.
Testimonials
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- ‘What sets the firm apart is their knowledge of the Peruvian legal system and the type of follow-up they do in a country where the legal system is very complex.’
- 'Fernando Ugaz is a professional with a lot of experience who tries to cover all fronts. Another outstanding professional is Cristina Aranda for her continued commitment and follow-up.’
- ‘Their strengths are given by the seriousness and commitment they use in the development of the cases they face.’
- ‘The team is very complete with great professionals at the head of each area. There is very direct treatment and it is surprising how detailed their reports are, which are super easy to interpret even without having much legal knowledge.’
- ‘I have had direct contact with Jonathan Correa and he is super outstanding not only in work and personal matters, he transmits confidence and security in every way, his understanding is superlative, this is difficult to find in other professionals. Mariana Justo deserves special attention because she has an intensity and passion for work, she is very talented and skillful in her work and she investigates very well, her support and dedication is highly remarkable.’
- 'I want to highlight the leadership and recognition of founding lawyer Fernando Ugaz, whose specialty is criminal law, criminal negotiation (effective collaboration, early termination), criminal prevention, regulatory compliance, among others, as well as for his soft skills.’
- ‘In my case, I have direct contact with Mr. Ugaz, managing partner, and with Mónica García, who manages our corporate account and supervises all tax matters. Something that stands out compared to the competition is the response time and the extensive knowledge they have in all areas.’
- ‘I am satisfied with the support and permanent guidance provided by the team of lawyers who advise me because of their concern in giving me the necessary guidelines to reach a solution to the case.’
Key clients
- Martín Alberto Vizcarra Cornejo
- Corporación Textil Gate
- Chung & Tong Ingenieros
- Constructora CRD-Sucursal Perú
Work highlights
- Advised former Peruvian President Martin Vizcarra, who has been charged with several alleged corruption charges, on several criminal proceedings.
- Advised a former executive officer of Banco de Crédito del Perú who was charged and convicted of a bank robbery against the said bank.
- Advised Chung & Tong Ingenieros on several complex criminal cases nationwide involving charges of fraud, false statements made on public biddings, forgery of documentation, and illicit association to prejudice the public administration.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Fernando Ugaz Zegarra