Oscar Samour
Oscar Samour
Oscar Samour is a seasoned lawyer with an extensive background in alternative dispute resolution, international arbitration, corporate law, and cross-border investments. He holds a Bachelor of Laws from Columbia Law School, an LL.M in Dispute Resolution and International Arbitration from Pepperdine University, and a Licenciado in Ciencias Jurídicas from the Universidad Centroamericana 'José Simeón Cañas'. As a Partner at Consortium Centro América Abogados, he has represented both local and foreign clients in high-profile cases, including arbitration proceedings before the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). He has also advised on cross-border acquisitions, debt issuances, and public-private partnerships in various sectors such as telecommunications, energy, and finance. Notably, he has participated in the acquisition of Digicel El Salvador by Digicel Group for $391 MM and the issuance of $653,500 MM of sovereign debt by the Government of El Salvador in 2011. Oscar's expertise and experience make him a valuable asset for any company or individual seeking legal counsel in Central America.