The distinguished white-collar crime practice at Benites, Vargas & Ugaz has a track record in handling complex and high-profile cases, often involving major corporations and high-profile individuals. It has demonstrable experience in freedom of speech and defamation trials. Recent highlights for the team include a major corruption case relating to protected witnesses. The group is collectively led by seasoned corporate criminal litigator Luis Vargas Valdivia; José Ugaz, who is well versed in procedural and financial criminal law matters; and Roberto Pereira, who concentrates on criminal defense and freedom of expression. Carlos Samamé is reputed for his experience in representing public entities in various criminal proceedings before the Public Prosecutor’s Office. Senior associates Jose Arrieta and Guillermo Cornejo are both involved in complex criminal litigation proceedings, often involving computer and business crimes. Associate Raiza Arroyo frequently handles money laundering cases.
Testimonials
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‘The Benites, Vargas & Ugaz firm demonstrates quality and excellence in service. Specialists in criminal and related law, they do efficient and necessary work for clients.'
‘Jose Ugaz demonstrates a lot of interest and predisposition towards clients. Carlos Samame stands out for his suitability and efficiency for the development of professional assignments.'
Key clients
- Echecopar Associated to Baker McKenzie
- Marcobre
Work highlights
- Defended two lawyers of Estudio Echecopar (member firm of Baker McKenzie) related to providing a legal opinion.
- Represented state-owned company Corparación Peruana de Aeropuertos in defending three former directors regarding their criminal liability for decisions as board members.