Dentons
Dentons has a strong grasp in the core areas of dispute resolution, covering domestic litigation and cross-border arbitration (including investment arbitrations). The firm handles disputes before courts and tribunals at every level, from the local ICC chapter to the Venezuelan Supreme Court. Practice head Ramón Alvins specialises in litigation and arbitration, with a focus on insurance disputes. Other notable contacts in the team are Sergio Casinelli, who handles foreign arbitration procedures, and Paris-based of counsel Pedro Saghy, who handles both civil and commercial litigation and national and international arbitration. The team was further strengthened by the addition of senior counsel Fernando Sanquirico, who is noted for his experience in international arbitration, from Lega in January 2023.
Testimonials
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'They have a lot of experience in these types of conflicts.'
'Ramón Alvins and Sergio Casinelli have in-depth knowledge of the law and its application in arbitration cases.'
Key clients
- Venezuela Heavy Industries
- Davine Property
Work highlights
- Representing Hidroponías Venezolanas in a claim for damages against a banking institution in Venezuela.
- Representing Davine Property in an arbitration claim against it for breach of contract.