Posadas houses a ‘solid and dedicated’ team in the dispute resolution arena that is known for its work in civil, commercial, and administrative litigation and class action lawsuits, with additional experience in arbitration and mediation. Luis Nin Estévez co-leads the department and has ample experience in civil and administrative litigation, having represented local and international clients in an array of industries across his 35-year career. Clients signal co-head Valeria Techera as a ’professional’ who ensures that the client-attorney relationship is ‘fluid’; she defends the interests of public companies and multinationals operating in Uruguay in commercial litigation. Of the pool of non-partner lawyers dedicated to dispute resolution, three senior associates stand out for special mention. Nicolas Pallas, who focuses on civil litigation and the drafting of legal agreements, and Virginia Yellinek and Emiliano Opertti, who support on civil and commercial litigation.
Testimonials
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‘The team is solid and committed to its objectives.’
‘Valeria Techera handles issues professionally and fosters a fluid relationship with the client.’
'Strong attention to detail, collaboration and experience in the resolution of disputes both in and out of court, as well as arbitration.'
Key clients
- Liga Uruguaya de Futbol Profesional (Lufpro)
- Cubico Sustainable Investments
- Conaprole
- Asociación Española Primera de Socorros Mutuos
- Owners of the Icon Tower Brava building
- CHS
- CIEMSA
- Intendencia Municipal de Maldonado
- Gas Sayago
- Caterpillar Leasing Chile
- La Buonora & Asociados
- Pedidos Ya
Work highlights
- Represented Lufpro in the proceeding over the approval of bylaws to become an association before the Administrative Court.
- Assisted Cubico Sustainable Investments with lawsuits filed by local government and landowners relating to three wind farm projects.
- Represented Conaprole against Venezuelan state-owned company Corpovex and the State of Venezuela in a $30m dispute over non-paid exports.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Luis Nin Estevez, Valeria Techera