The editor of Latin Counsel, Rodolfo G. Papa, is pleased to present this report, ‘M&A Outlook 2025’, which includes the answers to five ‘macro’ questions (listed below), which have been answered by ten corporate lawyers who can undoubtedly be described as ‘leaders’ in the negotiation and...
Pérez-Llorca strengthens its New York office with the addition of Mexican partner José Ignacio Rivero
International, Pérez-Llorca
Pérez-Llorca will expand the team at its New York office in the coming months with the transfer to this city of José Ignacio Rivero, until now a partner at the firm’s Mexico City office.
This move marks a milestone in US legal practice as Pérez-Llorca becomes the first firm to practise Mexic...
The new Trump Era: An opportunity for Europe and Latin America
Costa Rica, David Gutiérrez Swanson, BLP Legal
Donald Trump’s return to the US presidency marks a new cycle in the global economy and politics. With more solid control over Congress and the Supreme Court, with a more loyal and committed team, and with the advantage of previous experience, Trump has made clear his objective of relaunching the U...
Imposition of Tariffs by the United States of America and Temporary Suspension
Mexico, Galicia Abogados
Galicia Abogados - On 1 February, the President of the United States of America (‘USA’) signed an executive order imposing the anticipated tariff measure on products that Mexico exports to the USA.
Context and measures adopted by the USA
Through this measure, the USA ordered the imposition of tariffs of 25% on all products from Mexico and Canada, specifying that energy resources from Canada will have a tariff of 10%. Likewise, this measure included an additional tariff of 10% for all products from China.
The justification for these tariff measures is based on a national emergency over migration and drug trafficking, a situation t...
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How to build a Career Plan within a Professional Association for Lawyers
Latin America-wide, Natalia Villanueva, Upwyse
The legal world has its own set of norms and procedures, ranging from how to serve and add value to clients, to how to promote oneself and build a strong reputation based on credibility and differentiators. What connects this industry with others is how valuable connections are made.
One of the m...
BLP is honored as Law Firm of the Year – Central America by LatinFinance
Central America, BLP Legal
BLP is pleased to announce that it has received the prestigious Law Firm of the Year – Central America at the LatinFinance Deals of the Year Awards 2024. This recognition reaffirms its excellence in legal advisory services within the financial and capital markets in Latin America and the Caribbean...
Chilean IAPP members celebrate International Data Protection Day at Alessandri
Chile, Alessandri
Alessandri Abogados recently organised a Happy Hour in collaboration with the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) to commemorate International Data Protection Day.
The event took place at Alessandri’s offices in Santiago de Chile, where associates Jaime Urzúa and María I...
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Inspiring Women in Law: a conversation with Maria Fernanda Canepa about the Rise of Medicinal Cannabis Law in Peru
Peru, OMC Abogados & Consultores
«The law can serve as a vehicle to ensure safe and regulated access to treatments that improve the lives of thousands of patients»
Latin Counsel has had the pleasure of interviewing Maria Fernanda Canepa, an IP Specialist at OMC Abogados & Consultores in Peru, to discuss the estab...
Arias advises FMO on financing of up to 23 million dollars for Volcafe
Costa Rica, Honduras
Arias has announced its role as local counsel in Costa Rica and Honduras to FMO, the Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank, in financing Volcafe, a leading global green coffee merchant, for up to 23 million US dollars. The financing will support the working capital needed to source and commerce cof...
Two new special Public Offering regimes for Corporate notes in Argentina
Argentina, DLA Piper, Alejandro Noblía and Federico Vieyra
To expand access to capital markets and promote economic development in Argentina, the Argentine Securities and Exchange Commission (CNV), by means of General Resolution No. 1047/2025, introduced two automatic public offering regimes for low and medium impact issuances. These regimes do not require ...
The Legal Community mourns the Passing of Michael Reynolds, Former IBA President
International, International Bar Association
The International Bar Association (IBA) has announced its profound sadness at the passing of Michael Reynolds, former President International Bar Association (2013–2014), who died on 26 January 2025.
A member of the IBA for four decades, Michael was known for his compassion and commitment to so...
Marval launches Antitrust News 2024, a document that analyses the main Competition Law Cases of the Year
Argentina, Marval O’Farrell Mairal
Marval O’Farrell Mairal - The new Antitrust News 2024 is available for download, an indispensable document for professionals and key players in the field of competition in Argentina and the region.
This six-monthly report analyses the most relevant cases and regulatory decisions that marked t...
The new Digital Revolution and Intellectual Property
The last five years have been incredible for technological progress in areas that previously seemed like something out of science fiction, where, for example, the average computer user was thought to be completely incapable of communicating with a computer and having a conversation, let alone passin...
Diego Cabezuela, re-elected president of InLaw Alliance of Law Firms
Latin America-wide, InLaw Alliance of Law Firms
Diego Cabezuela, Senior Partner of Círculo Legal, has been re-elected as chairman of the board of the international network of law firms, InLaw Alliance of Law Firms, by the organisation’s General Assembly.
The Spanish lawyer initially took up the post in December 2022, succeeding Ángeles Sol...
Inspiring Women in Law: Interview with Gloriana Picado
International, Kraft Heinz
‘My experience in law firms taught me the importance of client service, something I apply every day in my role as an In-House lawyer’
Latin Counsel has had the pleasure of interviewing Gloriana Picado, an inspiring figure in the competitive and challenging world of law.
She curren...
A&O Shearman advises on CODELCO’s USD 1.5 billion bond offering
Chile, United States, A&O Shearman
A&O Shearman advised the initial purchasers in connection with an offering of USD750 million 6.330% Notes due 2035 and USD750m 6.780% Notes due 2055 by Corporación Nacional del Cobre de Chile, or CODELCO.
CODELCO is the world’s largest copper producer and one of the largest companies in Chile ...
Stonehage Fleming celebrates first US Family Office Award
Latin America-wide, United States, Stonehage Fleming
Miami, 17 January 2025 – Stonehage Fleming, one of the world’s leading independently owned multi-family offices, won in the Family Office Services (Miami) category at the second annual Miami Family Wealth Report Awards 2025 incorporating Latin America & The Caribbean last night.
The award tes...
Daniel Del Río, new Chair of the Legal Practice Division of the International Bar Association
International Bar Association
Daniel Del Río has taken on the role of Chair of the Legal Practice Division (LPD) of the International Bar Association (IBA), becoming the first Mexican to hold this prestigious position. Del Río expressed his excitement and honor in assuming this leadership role, which comes with a commitment to...
Legal Industry Predictions for 2025
International, David Gutierrez Swanson, BLP
The legal industry is entering a transformative moment in its history.
While the traditions that have defined the profession for centuries are still present, the impact of technology, globalisation and demographic and generational changes are transforming its structure and operation.
In 2025...
Constantino Pérez Salgado, new head of Gómez-Acebo & Pombo’s New York office
International, GA_P
Gómez-Acebo & Pombo has appointed Constantino Pérez Salgado as the new partner in charge of its New York office, succeeding Fernando Igartua, who has held this position since January 2022. The firm’s New York office is an important asset in the Firm’s business development strategy, as it bring...
Pérez-Llorca and CEOE discuss New Developments and Trends for 2025 in the field of dismissals
Spain, Pérez-Llorca
Pérez-Llorca and CEOE organised a conference to discuss the main developments in the field of collective and individual dismissals, analysing the challenges of the current legal regime. During the event, controversial issues arising from the abundant case law of the Court of Justice of the European...
Pérez-Llorca bolsters its Monterrey presence by appointing Ricardo Morales Barrón as Partner
Mexico, Pérez-Llorca
As part of its international expansion strategy and commitment to the Mexican market, Pérez-Llorca today announced the incorporation of Ricardo Morales Barrón as a partner in its Monterrey office.
Previously, Morales Barrón worked as an M&A partner at EC Rubio for more than 14 years, after hav...
Stonehage Fleming Appoints Stuart Parkinson as CEO
International, Stonehage Fleming
Stonehage Fleming has announced the appointment of Stuart Parkinson as its new Group CEO, effective January 20th.
With over 30 years of international experience in banking and financial services, Parkinson brings a wealth of knowledge to his new role.
Previously, Parkinson led Lombard Internat...
TCA Tanoira Cassagne advises Banco Comafi on successful issuance of Class VII and Class VIII Notes
Argentina, TCA Tanoira Cassagne
TCA Tanoira Cassagne advised Banco Comafi S.A., as issuer (Banco Comafi), and advised Banco Comafi and Comafi Bursátil S.A., as placement agents (jointly, the Placement Agents), in the issuance of (i) class VII notes for a nominal amount of US$18,222,000 (the Class VII Notes); (ii) class VIII note...
Arias promotes Valerya Theodoracopoulos and Rodolfo Salgado to Senior Associates
Honduras, Arias Honduras
Arias Law has announced the promotion of Valerya Theodoracopoulos and Rodolfo Salgado to the role of Senior Associate in its Honduras office, reflecting the firm’s commitment to nurturing human talent essential for maintaining the highest standards of service.
Since joining the firm in 2016, Va...
Reform to the Federal Labor Law in Mexico City
Mexico, Galicia Abogados
On December 24, 2024, the Decree by which various provisions on digital platforms are added to the Federal Labor Law (the Law) was published in the Federal Official Gazette (the Decree), the same that defines work on digital platforms as the employment relationship where the physical presence of the...
Luis Vargas and Sergio Barboza, new Co-Managing Partners of DLA Peru
Peru, DLA Piper Peru
DLA Piper is pleased to announce the appointment of Luis Vargas and Sergio Barboza as Co-Managing Partners of the Peru office. This leadership transition represents a significant advancement in the firm’s ongoing expansion in Latin America.
Vargas has extensive experience in M&A as well as pr...
BLP advises Davivienda in Scotiabank’s Acquisition in Costa Rica
Costa Rica, BLP Legal
In a significant move within the financial sector, BLP provided comprehensive legal counsel to Banco Davivienda during the acquisition and integration of Scotiabank’s operations in Costa Rica. This transaction, encompassing banking, insurance, and leasing businesses, highlights BLP’s expertise i...
Leadership Transition at Von Wobeser y Sierra: New Executive Committee Appointed
Mexico, Von Wobeser y Sierra
Von Wobeser y Sierra has announced a significant leadership transition, introducing a new Executive Committee aimed at strengthening the firm’s strategic direction. Effective February 1, 2025, Adrián Magallanes and Diego Sierra will join the committee, while current members Luis Burgueño and Fer...
Carina Barrera Appointed LATAM Law Leader at EY Law
Latin America-wide, EY Law
In a significant move to strengthen its legal practice in Latin America, EY Law has announced the appointment of Carina Barrera as its new LATAM Law Leader. With nearly two decades of experience in corporate law, Barrera brings a wealth of expertise that spans multiple industries, including pharmace...
Jaime Carey makes history by becoming the first Chilean President of the IBA
International Bar Association
«With unity and modernisation, we will take the IBA to new heights»
Latin Counsel has had the honour of interviewing Jaime Carey on the occasion of his appointment as President of the International Bar Association (IBA...
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