The firm was founded by attorney Juan Herrera, who brings a wealth of experience, having worked at Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado in treaty and commercial arbitration for almost seven years, and where he participated in a number of arbitration cases.
Juan has more than a decade of experience in international arbitration, investment protection, and energy law, with a proven track record advising sovereign states, multinational corporations and investors in high-stakes matters in Ecuador.
Juan’s experience includes arbitrations between companies from different sectors and an Ecuadorian government agency in disputes related to investments and contracts.
In addition, he interned as a foreign attorney at LALIVE, a top international law firm with offices in Geneva, Zurich and London.
His practice has spanned a wide range of strategic sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and natural resources.
HvKN Dispute Resolution will focus on representing states, investors and companies in both commercial and investment treaty arbitration under major institutional rules, including ICSID, ICC, and UNCITRAL.
HvKN will also be active in local proceedings before arbitral tribunals and higher courts
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