The dispute resolution department at Ferrere is a dominant force in Latin America, renowned for its expertise across all forms of disputes, including commercial, constitutional, administrative and international litigation and arbitration. It represents leading multinational corporations and global financial institutions across key sectors such as construction, pharma and energy. Sandra González, a prominent figure in complex litigation and arbitration, advises major clients including Shell and Hyundai. Alejandro Pintos specialises in commercial disputes, particularly corporate, media, bankruptcy, and agency litigation, securing significant victories in ICC arbitration and M&A disputes. Soledad Díaz is a leading authority in natural resources and infrastructure disputes, with impressive arbitration successes. Martín Rosati brings extensive arbitration experience, having advised clients like Petrobras and Hyundai.

The litigation and arbitration department at Guyer & Regules handles some of Uruguay’s most sophisticated and high-profile disputes. From investment arbitration for Philip Morris to complex antitrust litigation for Roche, the team is recognised for its expertise, track record and an impressive client portfolio ranging from major banks and global manufacturers to leading energy companies. Department co-leader Carlos Brandes focuses on high-value civil and commercial litigation, international and domestic arbitration, investment treaty disputes, insolvency, civil fraud and complex insurance and banking matters. Co-leader Mariana Santo is a specialist in administrative law, with vast experience in litigation against the State as well as public procurement, infrastructure and energy sector matters. Macarena Fariña, counsel, advises on civil and commercial disputes and international arbitration, with a strong background in private international law. Senior associate Ana Paula González focuses on complex civil and commercial disputes, international law and arbitration, particularly regarding IP, shareholders and distribution agreements. Cecilia Orlando, also counsel, handles commercial and corporate disputes and contractual negotiations. Martín Balmaceda, senior associate, works on civil, commercial and criminal litigation, including fraud, shareholder conflicts and representing victims in economic crime cases.

Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga’s dispute resolution practice represents multinational corporations, including advising Uruguay’s two largest banks, Santander and Itaú, on restructuring and bankruptcy matters. It handles high-profile cases for global companies and excels in arbitration, antitrust and environmental law. Nicolás Brause, co-leading the team, specialises in financial litigation, handling major cases such as Pluna’s liquidation and the Diamantis Plaza resolution. Mariela Ruanova, co-leader, brings extensive expertise in regulatory matters, fintech and financial innovation. Bruno Steneri, a senior associate, plays a key role in financial and insurance litigation, advising top institutions with unmatched expertise in financial collections. Andrés Tiscornia, also a senior associate, excels in complex litigation.

The dispute resolution team at Hughes & Hughes handles a broad spectrum of high-stakes cases across areas and industries such as commercial law, asset recovery, intellectual property, banking, pharma and real estate. The practice excels in complex litigation and arbitration, advising clients on environmental law, competition, tax, insolvency and labour disputes. It boasts an impressive client roster, including HRU and BBVA. Co-leading the department, Bernardo Porras specialises in asset recovery and insolvency matters. Alfredo Taullard, also co-leader, focuses on complex litigation, asset recovery, insolvency and arbitration. Senior associate Agustina Silva specialises in litigation, arbitration and asset recovery. Senior associate Magela Ramon is experienced in dispute resolution, tax law and foreign trade matters, having worked at Uruguay’s National Tax Office. Associate Felipe Riva specialises in dispute resolution, administrative law and asset recovery. Associate Camila Chanes focuses on litigation, bankruptcy and asset recovery, with expertise in maritime law.

The litigation and arbitration department at Posadas excels in handling high-stakes, complex matters, representing clients in sectors like energy, healthcare and construction. Recent successes include a USD 60m Supreme Court case and significant wins in unfair competition and bankruptcy. Co-head Luis Nin Estévez is renowned for his work on recent high-profile matters for clients like Asociación Española and Conaprole. Valeria Techera, a skilled commercial litigator, leads the team. Senior associates Virginia Yellinek and Emiliano Opertti bring exceptional expertise in civil, commercial and international arbitration.

The dispute resolution practice at Bergstein Abogados is renowned for its expertise in complex litigation, specialising in antitrust, unfair competition, trade mark protection and international bankruptcy proceedings. The team handles a wide range of civil actions, including enforcing foreign judgments, arbitral awards and managing product liability, insurance claims and labour disputes. Practice head Leonardo Melos, a former judge, leads the department, advising on commercial disputes and negotiations, especially loan and shareholder agreements. Associate Silvina Vila specialises in intellectual property, commercial disputes and portfolio management. Associate Rodrigo Felló focuses on labour litigation, commercial disputes, arbitration, and contract negotiations. Together, the team offers comprehensive legal expertise across various high-stakes matters.

Castellan Abogados’s multidisciplinary dispute resolution team excels in civil and commercial disputes, corporate conflicts and insolvency cases, and is led by Maria Lucia Acosta and Santiago Castellán. Acosta specialises in high-stakes, multi-jurisdictional disputes, complex litigation and arbitration, particularly in infrastructure, retail and agribusiness. She has advised multinational clients such as Kia Motors and Luxottica Group on arbitration-related litigation and the enforcement of arbitral awards. Associate Carolina Diaz de Armas focuses on civil, consumer protection, commercial and administrative law disputes, with expertise in cross-border dispute resolution and international contracts. Associate Paola Spangenberg Beceiro specialises in civil, commercial and administrative law, advising companies on bidding processes, government disputes and cases involving sensitive social issues.

The dispute resolution team at Olivera Abogados excels in handling complex, high-value disputes across sectors such as pharma, sports, corporate, IP and bankruptcy. The team works with other departments and boasts an impressive client roster, including Tenfield and Ebital. Led by Ricardo Olivera García,  a prominent arbitrator, the team also includes associates Laura Chalar and Valentina Quinteros, who bring deep expertise in corporate, insolvency and arbitration matters, with Chalar playing a key role in arbitration procedures.

With expertise before national and international tribunals, Bragard Abogados‘s litigation department regularly represents clients in commercial disputes, bankruptcy proceedings and cross-border matters, and has advised DISA Group in trials before the administrative courts. Practice head Augustina Bomio leads the team alongside María Laura Capalbo, who brings extensive experience from both national and international arbitrations. Andrea Ramírez has expertise in civil, commercial and bankruptcy law. The team also includes associates Josefina Sanguinetti and Paul Laborda.

The litigation department at Brum Costa Abogados is recognised for its expertise in civil, commercial, constitutional, administrative and arbitration cases. The team manages a variety of disputes, including breach of agreements, bankruptcy and public law challenges, with a notable record in constitutional and public administration cases. Oscar Brum, co-leader, has a strong track record in securing favourable court decisions. Associate Nicolás Gómez, another co-leader, is a skilled labour litigation expert. Associates Christopher Knuppel and Micaela Morales focus on labour law and represent clients in both court and out-of-court matters. Associate Federica Artagaveytia specialises in civil, commercial and labour law disputes, and has extensive insurance law experience.