Lega

Lega has a comprehensive dispute resolution offering, with notable experience in white-collar crime litigation (in addition to criminal investigations) and domestic and international arbitrations. The firm handles cases for both local and international clients, including multinationals in the pharmaceutical and telecoms sectors. At the helm of the practice, Carlos Domínguez is a specialist in commercial and IP litigation, especially cases relating to the protection of trade marks, and José Gregorio Torrealba has experience of acting as counsel before international and national arbitral proceedings under the rules of UNCITRAL, ICSID, ICC, CACC and CEDCA. José Alberto Ramírez, who is a founding member of the Venezuelan Arbitration Association, is also a notable contact for national and international proceedings, and Lisette García Gandica has expertise in civil, commercial and IP litigation.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Lega has an excellent dispute resolution team. José Torrealba and José Alberto Ramírez have extensive experience in domestic arbitration, international commercial arbitration, investment arbitration and sports arbitration before FIFA bodies.'

  • 'Without a doubt, this team is among the most outstanding in the country.'
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Key clients

  • Dell Acqua
  • OIV Tocoma Consortium (OEC, Webuild, Vinccler)
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Work highlights

  • Acting on behalf of Consorcio OIV-Tocoma in arbitration proceedings (under the rules of CACC) filed by Consorcio OBF for the amount of $8m.
  • Acting for Rafay in an international commercial arbitration under ICC rules for $15m.
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