Explore our research into the diverse and distinct legal markets of Central America, including Belize, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama.
Individuals that are considered leaders in their field. Fewer than 50% of individuals considered are selected for inclusion.
Lawyer
Lionel Aguilar is widely respected for his public law practice and deep knowledge of compliance-related issues.
Emanuel Callejas A. is a top-tier lawyer who is singled out for his strategic acumen in handling complex fraud investigations and cross-border insolvency matters.
Rodrigo Callejas has a formidable reputation as an asset recovery lawyer and his impressive sector knowledge makes him one of the leading names internationall
Alfonso Carrillo is extensively recommended for his efforts in asset recovery and rich experience in reclaiming misappropriated funds across borders.
Alan Thompson is a prominent name in Central America's banking and finance market, receiving widespread acclaim for his specialist understanding of a broad range of regulatory and transactional matters.
Rodrigo Callejas is widely recommended for his expertise in banking, which clients seek in complex financial transactions and regulatory challenges.
Alfonso Carrillo expertly handles complex financial transactions and project developments, making him a highly sought-after lawyer across Latin America for high-value investments and projects.
David Arturo Campos is a leading figure in the Costa Rican market, with peers and clients recommending him for "his extensive experience representing banks in complex financial transactions".
Martha Lorena Icaza is a top-tier lawyer with deep knowledge of complex structuring of syndicated project financing across the banking and financial services sector.
Rolando Laclé Zúñiga earns worldwide endorsement as a "very well-respected banking lawyer" who specialises in complex financial transactions, both nationally and internationally.
With nearly 30 years of experience, Gustavo León-Gómez enjoys a fantastic reputation in the market, with respondents highly recommending him for disputes in the financial sector.
Mario Quesada Bianchini receives plaudits as a "leading practitioner in the banking and finance sector" thanks to 33 years of experience representing international and multinational financial institutions.
With over four decades of experience, Jose Ramon Paz Padilla remains a top choice for high-stakes banking and finance matters in Central America.
A longstanding figure in the Honduran market, José Rafael Rivera Ferrari is widely regarded as a leading practitioner in banking and financial sectors, with a strong expertise in corporate finance matters.
Oscar Samour impresses market commentators with his "precise legal advice" and "thorough knowledge of the law" in banking and finance related matters.
José Evenor Taboada Arana is internationally renowned as a leading name in the region, distinguished for his expertise in banking and finance, where he provides invaluable support to top banks and financial institutions.
Rodrigo Taboada is celebrated by respondents for his "wealth of expertise and strategic insight" in complex transactions and "ability to anticipate and address potential challenges before they arise".
Álvaro Castellanos is internationally renowned for his practice focused on legal matters in the finance sector, with market sources lauding him as "a great professional and wonderful person to work with".
Daniel Araya is a well-renowned lawyer who comes highly recommended for his first-rate practice advising local and foreign financial institutions on complex banking and finance issues.
Alan Thompson is a top-notch lawyer with extensive experience advising major financial institutions on domestic and international competition law.
With nearly three decades of experience in the competition matters, José Rafael Rivera Ferrari is widely recognised as a leading expert in the field in Honduras.
Benjamín Valdez Tamayo is one of the leaders in the market for all corporate law matters, praised for "his commitment, availability, and deep knowledge on compliance matters".
Alfonso Carrillo maintains an outstanding reputation as a trusted advisor in corporate law matters and is lauded in particular by peers and clients for his "extensive legal knowledge across various areas".
With over two decades of experience, Olga Barreto is an impressive corporate lawyer with deep knowledge of syndicated financing, reorganisation processes and regulatory matters.
David Arturo Campos is a favourite among peers and clients who praise him as "a well-spoken and capable lawyer" for all corporate law matters.
With more than 20 years of expertise in corporate law, Juan Manuel Godoy is a go-to lawyer for major corporations in the Central American region for complex foreign investment, mergers and acquisitions.
Martha Lorena Icaza comes highly recommended for her deep expertise in handling high-stakes corporate matters arising in the agribusiness, energy and infrastructure sectors.
Gustavo León-Gómez receives widespread acclaim for his thorough knowledge of corporate law and consumer credit counselling for domestic and international financial institutions.
With nearly 20 years of experience in corporate law, Diego Martín Menjívar has a strong market presence as a legal advisor for corporations ranging from banking institutions to hospitality companies.
Jose Ramon Paz Padilla stands out in the international marketplace for his top-tier corporate work advising key industry players in large-scale transactions.
With his extensive experience across a variety of industries, José Rafael Rivera Ferrari remains a favourite choice for all corporate matters and disputes with market sources highly valuing his versatility.
With over four decades of experience in corporate law, Alfredo Rodríguez Mahuad remains a top choice for national and international companies seeking legal representation in Guatemala.
Oscar Samour is highly regarded for providing "outstanding advisory services in multiple corporate areas" including corporate governance, contract management, compliance and tax.
José Evenor Taboada Arana has consistently ranked amongst the top players in the market for his corporate law practice in Central America.
Armando Manzanares is a "specialised" tax lawyer who is described as "second to none" by respondents impressed with his "excellent understanding of administrative processes and overall financial implications of corporate decisions".
Thanks to his versatile practice focused on a wide range of tax matters, from corporate tax to family and succession planning, Alfredo Rodríguez Mahuad has established himself as a central figure in the tax field.
Diego Salto's extensive tax practice spans a full remit of contentious and non-contentious matters making him a highly sought-after lawyer in the Central American market.
Consulting expert
Emanuel Callejas A. is a well-regarded dispute resolution lawyer with rich experience in multi-jurisdictional litigation and alternative dispute resolution strategies.
Rodrigo Callejas is an outstandingly skilled strategist in dispute resolution, lending his expertise to complex cross-border legal conflicts.
Alfonso Carrillo offers unparalleled insight and expertise into high-stakes financial and commercial disputes domestically and abroad.
Elias Jose Arriaza is deemed "a litigation expert" by the commentators who hold him in "truly high regard" for his commercial litigation and arbitration expertise.
Gerardo Martin Hernández acts across a full remit of domestic and international litigations and arbitrations, representing Fortune Top 10 brands in highly complex disputes.
Rolando Laclé Zúñiga's experience spans across a wide range of dispute resolution, including complex civil and commercial litigation and arbitration proceedings.
Ulises Mejía focuses his first-rate practice on construction dispute resolution concerning contracts for investments, public-private partnerships and general public or private developments.
Cesar Ramos is one of the leading names in the Central American market for dispute resolution, with market sources pointing to him as an authority in construction and financial sectors.
Álvaro Castellanos enjoys a fantastic reputation in the market for "his comprehensive dispute resolution practice", with peers and clients commending him as "a complete lawyer" in the practice area.
Katherine González Arrocha is an "extraordinary arbitrator" who enjoys a stellar reputation in the market, thanks to her vast experience handling domestic and international disputes.
Benito Zelaya enjoys a strong reputation in the Honduran market for his specialist understanding of dispute resolution across infrastructure, energy, and real estate sectors.
Humberto Sáenz's earns plaudits for his "extraordinary dispute resolution practice" which covers an impressive breadth of industries, including telecommunications, banking, construction and energy.
José Rafael Rivera Ferrari has gained a fantastic reputation for his impeccable knowledge of agency and distribution law and franchise law. He regularly acts for local, multinational, and foreign clients across various sectors.
Martha Lorena Icaza is a first-rate practitioner, recognised for her extensive experience advising clients in the insurance sector on complex banking and finance matters.
Suzanne Berrios de Tablas is a prominent name in the intellectual property space and is held in high esteem for her trademark litigation experience across the pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and food and beverage industries.
Darliss Gordon is a highly regarded practitioner, praised for her "excellent experience and knowledge" in advising international companies on patents, especially the national entry phase of application, and protecting their intellectual property rights.
Clients are consistently impressed by Fabiola Saenz's "knowledge of intellectual property regulations and professionalism" recommending her as one of the top names in the market.
Ninoshka Urrutia is considered "one of the best lawyers in the country" thanks to her extensive experience handling an array of complex trademark and copyright matters.
Lionel Aguilar has built an outstanding labour practice and earns widespread praise for his "ability to create winning strategies" in complex disputes.
Bertha Xiomara Ortega receives widespread acclaim for her thorough knowledge and expertise in labour contracts, settlements, and litigation.
Cristina Sandoval Saravia is a favourite amongst clients who applaud "her full knowledge of all immigration issues relevant to the region" paired with "an ability to successfully lead a team".
With over 25 years of experience, Dayra Berbey de Rojas is a first-rate lawyer with extensive experience advising domestic and international private clients on estate planning and trusts.
Juan Manuel Cordero Esquivel is a "great" practitioner, regarded as a "go-to" by peers who are impressed by his experience in leading complex real estate transactions.
Rolando Laclé Zúñiga remains a top choice for real estate transactions, with market commentators stating he is "the go-to lawyer within the region".
Carlos Eduardo Taboada Rodríguez advises major brands such as Walmart and Dollar City on real estate and acquisitions matters in Nicaragua.