Curtis Recognized as Leading Firm by Legal 500 in Latin America 2027 Guide

Curtis is pleased to once again be recognized by Legal 500 in the 2027 Latin America guide. 

The Guide recognizes Curtis as a Leading Firm in Dispute Resolution and Corporate and M&A, both internationally and in Argentina and Mexico, alongside numerous individual recognitions for Curtis attorneys across jurisdictions and practice areas.

Latin America: International Firms - International Arbitration

Curtis' market-leading arbitration practice is known for representing states and state-owned entities in investment treaty and commercial arbitrations. The Guide highlights Curtis' work in handling ICSID and UNCITRAL proceedings through jurisdictional, merits and quantum phases, and for frequently achieving significant reductions in damages awards. 

Client testimonials: 

• "Curtis' international arbitration team is exceptional."
• "What sets Curtis's lawyers apart is their combination of academic rigor, practical experience, and dedication to the client."
• "Unlike other firms, at Curtis, clients always have direct access to the senior partners, who are personally involved at every stage of the case."
• "Their ability to handle complex arbitration matters is unparalleled."

Firm Chairman and practice head George Kahale III has been and remains consistently recommended by Legal 500, as well as Claudia Frutos-Peterson, who is listed as a Leading Partner. Partners Javier Jiménez Gutiérrez, Ricardo Mier y Terán Ruesga and Fernando Tupa are also recognized as Recommended Lawyers. 

• "Claudia Frutos-Peterson is one of the most recognised lawyers in Latin America for representing governments and state entities."
• "We have worked with Claudia Frutos-Peterson and Fernando Tupa on international arbitration matters, and both have demonstrated an outstanding level of excellence."
• "Claudia Frutos-Peterson and Fernando Tupa are distinguished by their profound mastery of international arbitration, their strategic analytical skills, and their constant availability."

Mexico - Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

Once again ranked as a Leading Firm in Mexico, there is also individual recognition in the Guide across the team. Ricardo Mier y Terán Ruesga is recognized as a Next Generation Partner, while Eloy Barbará de Parres Claudia Frutos-Peterson, Javier Jiménez Gutiérrez and Dori Yoldi are also listed as Recommended Lawyers. 

Latin America: International Firms - Corporate and M&A

Curtis' corporate practice is known for its cross-border Latin America M&A and private funds work, with a significant track record in fund formation and structuring. 

Client testimonials: 

• "Excellent technical and commercial expertise. Ability to quickly grasp the business context. Unlike other lawyers, beyond their legal knowledge, they are strategic and highly responsive teams, maintaining clear and timely communication throughout the entire process. Their experience and international reach are noteworthy."
• "They take the time to thoroughly understand their clients."
• "I would especially highlight their ability to manage cross-border operations, their understanding of each sector/industry, their coordination of teams across different jurisdictions, and their constant communication. They have a knack for building close and trusting relationships with their clients."

Partner Elisa Botero is individually ranked in the Guide for her cross-border Latin America corporate practice; "Elisa knows how to handle Colombian idiosyncrasies well and mix them with the rigor of the U.S."

Argentina - Corporate and M&A

Based in Buenos Aires, Curtis has a significant Argentine presence, with a highly regarded corporate practice when it comes to advising buyers and sellers on complex transactions, joint ventures, and strategic alliances, among other corporate matters.

Partners Luis María Ayarragaray and Esteban Daireaux are Recommended Lawyers in the Guide. 

Client testimonials: 

• "They excel in their specific knowledge of industry players, their active participation in various chambers of commerce and associations, and the close and constant dialogue between the firm's partners and clients. They facilitate direct access and coordination with the partners, enabling them to address and resolve issues quickly and effectively."
• "Their strengths include commercial law and contracts, support in M&A processes, insolvency proceedings, and regulatory aspects of foreign trade and exchange controls. This practice requires in-depth knowledge of the industry in which they specialize; an area in which they have proven experience, serving large and well-known clients. It is essential not only to understand their clients but also their counterparties in a dynamic market with few players."
• "Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP in Argentina has extensive experience in agribusiness."
• "They are people you can easily reach. It's easy to talk to them, and they're practically always available. You can tell they're interested in the topics and are prepared to provide support every step of the way."

Click here for more information on Curtis' recognition and this year's editorial.