Héctor Josué Deras Argueta

Professional Biography

Head of the Litigation Department, he leads the strategy and execution of complex judicial and arbitration proceedings in civil, commercial, and administrative matters. His approach is distinguished by strong argumentative skills, strategic risk analysis, and a proven ability in negotiation and effective recovery of credits and debts. His practice is not limited to dispute resolution, as he also has experience in due diligence processes, contract drafting and negotiation, and legal advisory on financing transactions and corporate compliance. He has provided comprehensive support to both national and international clients, offering legal solutions aligned with their strategic objectives. He has also served on commissions for the reform of the arbitration regulations, actively contributing to the strengthening of the regulatory framework for alternative dispute resolution methods in El Salvador. Beyond litigation, he plays an active role across all of the firm’s processes and areas of expertise, standing out for his multidisciplinary work in corporate, commercial, financial, and regulatory law. His role is key to ensuring the legal and business objectives of clients are met, providing solid, strategic, and results-oriented legal counsel.