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Since its creation in 1941 the firm has been noted for its international outlook and innovative nature Garrigues is an international legal and tax services firm that provides business law advice in the main economic arenas of the global marketplace. Since its creation in 1941, the firm has been noted for its international outlook and innovative nature. Our team is made up of two thousand people of twenty-three different nationalities who, under a single integrated management team and with the same quality standards, operate in thirteen countries across Europe, the Americas, Asia and Africa, through a well-established office and team structure. All Garrigues professionals share the same hallmarks: empathy with the client, ongoing dedication to understanding client needs and strict compliance with ethical standards. These qualities, together with their broad experience, training and availability, make us one of the most prestigious and professional law firms in the industry. Garrigues is one of the largest international law firms and is among the top law firms worldwide. 2
Added Value Experience and prestige We can boast 75 years at the forefront of the legal and tax services industry, playing an active role in legal and economic life. Independence and ethical values Our work is governed by strict ethical principles and an in-house code of professional conduct that ensure the transparency and independence of our services. Technical expertise and specialization The ongoing training of our professionals is a strategic value. We have experts in more than 30 practice areas and industry groups, taking in everything from traditional fields of legal practice to the newest branches of law. Flexibility and adaptation Our relations with clients are informed by trust and empathy. The aim is to offer a bespoke service, in keeping with the needs of each particular engagement. Rapid response time and anticipation We offer full availability and the capability to always be one step ahead. We are keenly aware that flexibility is of the essence. Knowledge management and technological resources We have a knowledge management system that enables us to share necessary know-how with clients as and when required. INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION Garrigues, named Best Company to Work For Actualidad Económica 2018 Americas Tax Policy Team of the Year: Garrigues Colombia Americas Tax Awards, International Tax Review 2018 Transatlantic Independent Law Firm of the Year ALM (The American Lawyer - Legal Week) 2018 Law Firm of the Year: Iberia The Lawyer European Awards 2018 and 2016 Best Tax Firm Expansion Legal Awards for Excellence in Business Law Practice 2016-2018 European Law Firm of the Year The British Legal Awards 2017 Regional Client Service Law Firm of the Year Chambers Latin America Awards 2017 Continental Europe s leading firm The European 100 The Lawyer 2017 Client Service Award for Spain Chambers Europe Awards 2017 Law Firm of the Year: Andes LatinFinance Deals of the Year Awards 2017 M&A Legal Adviser of the Year: Spain Mergermarket European M&A Awards 2016 European Law Firm of the Year: Spain The American Lawyer Transatlantic Legal Awards 2016 3
The International Arbitration group at Garrigues Has extensive experience, dating back over two decades, in international arbitration practice and has a team of specialists dedicated exclusively to the resolution of international disputes, both through arbitration and other alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods. The global nature of the firm allows us to create multijurisdictional and multilingual teams staffed by highly experienced professionals in the different practice areas with first-hand knowledge of the legal, cultural and social dimensions of the jurisdiction where the dispute is to be resolved, thereby guaranteeing that our clients receive comprehensive advice tailored to the dispute in question, regardless of where in the world it arises. Our practitioners have handled hundreds of cases across a broad range of industry sectors as counsels, arbitrators, mediators and expert determiner in over 50 jurisdictions. Members of the team write extensively and speak regularly on international arbitration and ADR at major international conferences, symposia and seminars and prominent universities around the world. 4
Areas of Expertise Our lawyers advise and represent clients in the international resolution of disputes in numerous areas of international trade, including in the following industries: Construction, infrastructure and engineering We provide advice on construction arbitrations arising from international contracts, as well as on alternative methods to resolve disputes of the type that commonly arise in the industry. Similarly, we have extensive experience in the management of claims during the execution phase of major construction projects. Energy: hydrocarbons, electricity and renewables We can draw on our wide-ranging experience in the oil and gas, power generation and renewables industry, advising States, producers, suppliers, buyers, investors and other industry players in arbitrations involving disputes over agreements for the exploitation of fields and deposits, supply contracts, concessions, hydroelectric plants, combined cycle plants, oil refineries, LNG and pipeline gas price reopeners, solar and wind power. Mining and commodities We have handled and advised on a number of mining and commodities disputes, including in relation to gold, coal, ire-ore, zinc oxide and sugar. 5
Transportation We have extensive experience advising on disputes arising in the automotive, aviation and shipping sectors. Joint ventures and distribution SHOP Our lawyers have extensive experience advising on disputes arising from or relating to distribution, franchise, agency or joint venture agreements, especially as a result of the termination of such agreements. Finance and banking We have significant experience and in-depth knowledge of the special features of disputes over syndicated loan transactions, asset or project finance, the acquisition of financial investment products and other services offered by firms and institutions in this sector. Insurance We advise our clients on all types of claims arising from the insurance business as well as on disputes between the different players operating in this particular market. 6
Mergers and acquisitions and corporate law We have extensive experience assisting our clients in relation to corporate disputes, and in particular conflicts relating to agreements for the sale and purchase of shares. Contracts The International Arbitration group has longstanding expertise in disputes arising from commercial contracts in general, regardless of the matter at issue: interpretation, enforcement, performance, amendment, termination, etc. Hospitality & Leisure We have vast experience advising clients on disputes relating to the tourism and hotels sector. Information and communication technology (ICT) We advise our clients on claims and disputes operating in the new sectors of information and communication technologies. 7
Ranked and globally recognized practitioners Our team includes members who have been recognized as a ranked individuals for international arbitration and ADR in leading legal directories, including Global Arbitration Review 100, The Legal 500 (Europe, UK, USA and Latin America), Chambers (Europe, UK, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Global), The International Who s Who of Commercial Arbitration, Roster of International Arbitrators, Legal Experts, Best Lawyers in the United Kingdom, The International Who s Who of Business Lawyers, Euromoney Guide to the World s Leading Experts in Commercial Arbitration, Latinvex, Latin Lawyer and Super Lawyers. We represent our clients in a wide range of venues worldwide and under a variety of laws 8
Arbitration experience We represent our clients in a wide range of venues worldwide and under a variety of laws. Commercial arbitration Institutional arbitration We frequently provide advice and represent clients in disputes subject to international arbitration under the rules of the most prestigious arbitral institutions in the world such as the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA), the American Arbitration Association (AAA), the International Center of Dispute Resolutions (ICDR) the Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC), the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC), the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce (SCC), the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), etc. Ad hoc arbitration We also have vast experience advising and defending clients in ad hoc (non-institutional) arbitrations, both under and outside the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules. Specialist arbitration We also have a wealth of experience in advising and representing our clients in other specialist international arbitrations, such as those at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (TAS or CAS) or at the Court of Arbitration of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), among others. Investment arbitration As well as advising our clients on all aspects of investment arbitration, our team is able to provide invaluable transactional support to ensure that clients avail themselves of the most effective and beneficial treaty protection available. Experienced arbitrators and mediators Due to their renowned reputation as jurists both locally and internationally, our professionals have been appointed as arbitrators on numerous occasions, both in institutional, ad hoc and investment arbitrations. Members of our team are also accredited mediators and panel members of a number of leading international arbitration and mediation panels. Emergency arbitrations and measures to support arbitrations We represent our clients in emergency arbitration processes. We also provide support in all forms of judicial proceedings relating to, or in support of, arbitration. Furthermore, our advisory services cover all issues that may arise before the arbitration, including orientation on negotiating and drafting dispute resolution clauses, or afterwards, especially during the stage relating to the recognition, enforcement or, as the case may be, setting aside of the arbitral award. 9
Contacts Madrid Carlos de los Santos and Head of Litigation and Arbitration carlos.de.los.santos@garrigues.com T +34 91 514 52 00 London Joe Tirado and Co-Head International Arbitration and ADR joe.tirado@garrigues.com T +44 207 796 1940 Madrid Francisco Manuel Serrano francisco.manuel.serrano@garrigues.com T +34 91 514 52 00 Lisbon João Duarte de Sousa joao.duarte.de.sousa@garrigues.com T +351 21 382 12 00 São Paulo Santiago de Chile Jaime Iglesias Gallardo jaime.iglesias@garrigues.com T +55 11 3521 7162 Mónica Van Der Schraft Greve monica.vds@garrigues.com T +56 2 29419000 Lima Bogota Melissa Núñez melissa.nunez@garrigues.com T +51 1 399 2600 Alberto Acevedo Rehbein alberto.acevedo@garrigues.com T +57 1 326 69 99 Lima Hugo Forno hugo.forno@garrigues.com T +51 1 399 2600 10
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