Standing

Reviews in specialized publications

“45 under 45 Worldwide in international arbitration for Global Arbitration Review (2011).

Who’s Who in Commercial arbitration, for Global Arbitration Review (2008-2020).

Chambers & Partners and other publications including the following mentions.

Ignacio Suarez Anzorena benefits from solid experience in acting as arbitrator in an array of investment and commercial disputes pertaining to Latin America. Describing him as a good practitioner, one market commentator states: he is very smart, diligent and energetic.

Chambers Latin America 2023 (Band 1)

Ignacio Suarez Anzorena enters the rankings this year after impressing commentators with his involvement as an arbitrator in the region. A source asserts: ”He is one of the leading practitioners in Latin America. He is a remarkable arbitrator who is very well known in the region and is very smart and outspoken.

Chambers Latin America 2022 (Band 1)

Ignacio Suarez Anzorena is very capable and has extensive experience in international arbitration matters and in particular on investor-state cases, reports one source. He is also adept at handling commercial arbitrations under a host of rules. One client notes: He is extremely easy-going, reachable and efficient, adding that he is also very impressive in hearings.

Chambers USA 2020

Ignacio Suarez Anzorena continues to impress commentators with his experience, dedication and solid and clear advice. He has a diverse practice representing key players from the energy and infrastructure sectors in complex investor-state and commercial arbitration claims.

Chambers Latin America 2020

‘I have worked with Ignacio Suarez Anzorena (partner) and José García Cueto (special adviser). Both are exceptional attorneys. Their experience in arbitration is essential to determine how to face a controversy, present the case, select arbitrators and experts. They also know the sector very well, which allows them to project how the defense of the counterparty will act in arbitration. ‘Ignacio Suarez Anzorena is exceptional during hearings.

Legal 500 Latin America 2020

Ignacio Suarez Anzorena is highly experienced in handling international arbitrations under a wide range of rules. Clients praise him as very clever, very smart lawyer, highlighting his ability to quickly understand the key issues of a case. He has particular expertise in disputes related to Latin America.

Chambers USA 2019

Ignacio Suarez Anzorena has a strong reputation for his knowledge of international arbitration, with one client asserting: He’s a very experienced guy and it really shows. He’s a Spanish speaker who feels very at ease in a Latin American environment, which makes life easier for everyone as well as making him more effective when representing us in the actual negotiations. His expertise encompasses the handling of major commercial and investor-state cases.

Chambers Latin America 2019

Ignacio Suarez Anzorena is just the guy you want in your corner’ -he is full of energy and gives high-level advice for every situation”.

Legal 500 Latin America 2019

Ignacio Suarez Anzorena is particularly well regarded for his representation of Latin American governments and corporate clients in high-profile international arbitrations. He draws praise from interviewees who praise him as a very fast thinker and sharp-minded, adding that he is extremely strategic and knows every player in the market.

Chambers USA 2019

Ignacio Suarez Anzorena is a well-versed commercial and investor-state arbitration expert respected by commentators for his technical skills and expertise. He is endorsed by a client as a very fast thinker and sharp-minded, continuing: He is extremely strategic, knows every player in the market, and his in-depth knowledge of construction is impressive.

Chambers Latin America 2018

Ignacio Suarez Anzorena is well versed in international commercial arbitration and investor-state arbitrations under BITs. He has acted before the major arbitral panels and is particularly experienced advising under ICSID rules. Clients endorse his practice, noting: He is very experienced and well known in the world of investment treaty arbitration.

Chambers USA 2018

Other

Member of the Editorial Board of various publications (Revista Uruguaya de Arbitraje, Transnational Dispute Management, Revista de Arbitragem e Mediacao).

Member of the Academic Committee of the Venezuelan Arbitration Association.

Member of the ICC Latin-American A arbitration Group.

Participation in Committees of the International Law Association and of the International Bar Association.