The 2025 edition of Chambers Latin America has recognised Squire Patton Boggs practices and lawyers, with the firm ranked for its Corporate and Dispute Resolution Practices in the Dominican Republic, its expertise in International Arbitration and corporate capability in Cuba.
In the 2025 guide, Chambers notes that Squire Patton Boggs is “a market-leading full-service firm with a stellar corporate practice.” Clients praised the team for its “deep understanding of the local business world.”
The firm’s expertise in advising international clients on civil and commercial litigation proceedings, and the “unparalleled commercial vision” of its Dispute Resolution team was highlighted by clients. While its International Arbitration Practice is “widely recognised for its activity across several Latin American jurisdictions, including Peru, Ecuador and Bolivia,” with its lawyers garnering praise for being “diligent” with a “good attention to detail.”
The firm’s expertise in Cuba was also highlighted, with clients commenting that the firm has “a lot of expertise when it comes to sanctions,” with its lawyers “adept at handling complex, multi-jurisdictional mandates.”
The firm is ranked by Chambers in the following practice areas:
Cuba: Corporate/Commercial: International Firms
Dominican Republic: Corporate/Commercial
Dominican Republic: Dispute Resolution
International Counsel: International Arbitration
The following individual lawyers are featured:
José María Viñals – Cuba: Corporate/Commercial: International Firms
“Jose María Viñals is a joy to work with. He is very eloquent and knowledgeable in his field. He guides us and is able to find solutions when we get stuck in a deadlock.”
Alejandro Peña-Prieto – Dominican Republic: Corporate/Commercial
“Alejandro Peña is an excellent lawyer when it comes to corporate matters.”
Pedro O. Gamundi – Dominican Republic: Corporate/Commercial
“Established partner Pedro Gamundi boasts ample experience assisting clients with corporate and finance transactions, particularly in the aviation sector, rendering corporate and regulatory counsel to airlines. He also assists notable multinationals with the structuring and placement of foreign direct investment in the Dominican Republic.”
Awilda M. Alcántara-Bourdier – Dominican Republic: Corporate/Commercial
“Awilda Alcántara Bourdier’s advice is right on target and she is always available.”
Carolina O. Soto Hernández – Dominican Republic: Dispute Resolution
“Carolina Soto Hernández is our go-to counsel; she has great knowledge and provides pragmatic solutions to her clients.”
Rhina M. Martinez Brea – Dominican Republic: Corporate/Commercial
“Rhina Martinez Brea is a commercially aware lawyer as well as an important partner of ours.”
José Feris – International Counsel: International Arbitration
“José Feris has a lot of experience in commercial disputes. He always provides a calm response in very stressful situations and gives a very clear path to reach the solution of difficult situations.”