Spain boasts some of the most talented and sought-after attorneys in the field of dispute resolution, with a number of them specializing in arbitration. The demand for these experienced professionals is high, with their rich background in international and domestic cases, as well as their expertise in various commercial matters. We spotlight in this article, some of the most in-demand arbitrators in Spain, who are changing the game in the legal industry with their experience and proficiency in dispute resolution.
A heady mix of veterans and new entrants, our selection of ‘Most in Demand Arbitrators’ includes lawyers who have consistently delivered results in complex proceedings, many times heading or co-arbitrating in International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) and International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) tribunals while others have carved a niche for themselves in specific industries such as Intellectual Property and Sports. Many of them have been instrumental in shaping arbitration law, and continue to be at the forefront of groundbreaking decisions.
Here is a detailed view of ten such arbitrators who are in high demand.
Deva Villanúa: Armesto & Asociados
Deva Villanúa is a newly-ranked arbitrator sought after for her role as president and co-arbitrator in ICC and ICSID tribunals. She comes from the respected firm of Armesto & Asociados. She is especially known for working on disputes in Latin America.
Carlos González-Bueno: González-Bueno SLP
Carlos González-Bueno is a seasoned arbitrator with profound knowledge in IP and trade mark disputes. He offers experience in presiding over proceedings in arbitral courts across Europe at González-Bueno SLP.
Gabriel Bottini: Uría Menéndez
Uría Menéndez’s Gabriel Bottini specializes in international investment arbitrations across Spain and Latin America.
Pilar Perales Viscasillas: Universidad Carlos III Madrid
Pilar Perales Viscasillas of Universidad Carlos III is recognized for her expertise in both international and domestic commercial arbitration.
Ignacio Díez-Picazo: Díez-Picazo Abogados
Ignacio Díez-Picazo of Díez-Picazo Abogados is known for his focus on commercial arbitration proceedings. His talent often has him acting as an arbitrator, though his firm does not have an official website.
José María Alonso: José María Alonso Abogados, S.L.P.
José María Alonso is a prominent market name with impressive experience acting as both chair and co-arbitrator in matters. Although his firm does not have a website, he often assists with ad hoc tribunal proceedings and ICC matters, being additionally active in the Arbitration Tribunal of Barcelona.
Miguel Virgós: Virgós Arbitration
Miguel Virgós of Virgós Arbitration, for which there is unfortunately no official website, brings longstanding expertise in investment disputes, as well as experience in complex arbitration proceedings.
Clifford Hendel: Hendel IDR
Clifford Hendel of Hendel IDR is an arbitrator highly recommended for his skills in arbitration and his experience in the ICC. He also handles disputes in the sports industry, though the firm does not maintain a website.
José Antonio Caínzos: José Antonio Caínzos LDR
José Antonio Caínzos is an independent arbitrator with extensive experience in dispute resolution. Despite his firm not having a website, he acts as both counsel and arbitrator in commercial disputes.
Victor Bonnin Reynes: VB Arbitration
Victor Bonnin Reynes of VB Arbitration is highly capable of presiding over international commercial and investment arbitration proceedings.
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