Trump administration shrugs off International Corruption
United States, InLaw Alliance Webinar
What will happen after the suspension of the FCPA? The international network of law firms InLaw Alliance convened an interesting webinar to analyze the global consequences of the at least momentary withdrawal of the US from the fight against international corruption, and the regulatory vacuum it lea...
BLP GC Summit: where Innovation meets Legal Leadership
Central America, BLP | GC Summit 2025
BLP has successfully celebrated the ninth edition of its GC Summit, consolidating itself as a flagship event in Central America.
Designed to bring together General Counsel and legal leaders from the most influential companies in the region, this forum has established itself as a distinctive space...
Galicia Shines at the Legal 500 Mexico Awards
Mexico, Galicia Abogados | Legal 500 Mexico Awards 2025
Galicia has received multiple accolades at the recent Legal 500 Mexico Awards, highlighting its expertise in various fields.
The elite Mexican firm was honored with the following firm awards:
· Mexico Firm of the Year
· Banking and Finance Firm of the Year
· Energy Firm of the Year
· En...
Rebaza, Alcazar & De Las Casas advises on US$145 million agreement for the sale of Compañía Minera Kolpa to Endeavour Silver Corp.
Peru, Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas
Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas in Lima, Peru advised the sellers, which are members of Arias Resource Capital Management and Grupo Raffo, respectively, in the execution of a definitive agreement dated 01 April 2025 for the sale of all issued and outstanding shares of Compañía Minera Kolpa S.A. (Kolpa) to Endeavour Silver Corp. (Endeavour). Closing is expected to occur in two months or around mid-2025, subject to certain customary conditions precedent.
The aggregate consideration for the transaction is USD 145 million, comprising a portion payable in cash and in equity. There is also a contingent payment subject to certain events.
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Inspiring Women in Law: a conversation with Julia Villanueva, Litigation, Insolvency and Restructuring Partner at Bomchil
Argentina, Bomchil
"Justice is not just an ideal, it is a passion that drives us to fight for what is right"
Julia Villanueva is a reference in the Argentine legal field, standing out as a partner at Bomchil law firm and contributing her vast experience in Li...
Who can be considered the owner of an AI-generated work?
Peru, Ingrid Escobar | OMC
OMC abogados - Artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed various industries, from medicine to finance, revolutionizing how content is created, distributed, and managed. In Peru, the integration of AI in creative processes raises key questions about intellectual property and copyright. As these t...
DLA Piper Chile welcomes José Tomás Correa as new partner in the Public Law and Regulated Markets practice area
Chile, DLA Piper
DLA Piper Chile has announced the incorporation of José Tomás Correa Concha as a new partner in the Public Law and Regulated Markets practice area. With an outstanding career of more than 15 years in the legal field, Correa joins the team after closing a significant cycle in FerradaNehme, where he...
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TCA Tanoira Cassagne advises Grupo Financiero Galicia in its alliance with Santander
Argentina, TCA Tanoira Cassagne
TCA Tanoira Cassagne advised Grupo Financiero Galicia (GFG) in the negotiation, structuring and implementation of its recent strategic alliance with Banco Santander to enhance financing to the agricultural sector through Nera, a company that until now was exclusively owned by GFG.
Nera is an inno...
IV Congress of Corporate Law | The Institute
Ecuador, Latin America-wide, Rodolfo Papa
During March 26th, 27th and 28th, the IV Congress of Corporate Law, organized by El Instituto (Ecuador), was held in remote format via ZOOM.
This event was attended by speakers from Ecuador, Colombia, Argentina, Peru, Brazil and Spain, who are recognized academic references and leaders in the pra...
Inspiring Women in Law: a conversation with Chantal Williams, Head of Marketing & BD at Von Wobeser y Sierra
Mexico, Von Wobeser y Sierra
«To drive meaningful change in the legal industry, we must embrace a mindset of continuous learning and innovation. It’s about challenging the status quo and finding new ways to serve our clients effectively and empathetically. »
In this enlightening conversation, we sit down with Chantal Williams-Orozco, Head of Business Development, Marketing, and Communications at Von Wobese...
Marval is the Argentine law firm advising the largest Latin American companies in 2024
Argentina, Marval O’Farrell Mairal
Marval O’Farrell Mairal was recognized as the Argentine firm that advised the most large companies in Latin America in 2024, according to the annual ranking Who Represents Latin America’s Biggest Companies? prepared by Latin Lawyer and LACCA.
The publication -which identifies the law firms ...
Bofill Mir advises on the Acquisition of WOM and its Subsidiaries by the Ad Hoc WOM Group
Chile, Bofill Mir Abogados
Bofill Mir Abogados advised a group of creditors known as the Ad Hoc WOM Group on the $1.6 billion acquisition of WOM and its subsidiaries.
This acquisition and its financing were made possible thanks to the approval of the reorganization plan of WOM and its subsidiaries, who filed for judicial r...
Pérez-Llorca reinforces its commitment to innovation with the incorporation of Sara Molina Pérez-Tomé as a partner
Spain, Pérez-Llorca
Pérez-Llorca has announced the incorporation as partner of Sara Molina Pérez-Tomé, a professional with two decades of experience in the field of digital transformation in the legal sector. With this appointment, the Firm takes a further step in the development of its Legal Tech and Digital Transf...
Key dates in the Chilean Pension Reform
Chile, Felipe Cousiño | Francisca Donoso | Laura Tessler | Alessandri
Alessandri - On March 26, 2025, Law No. 21,735 was published in the Official Gazette, introducing the most important reform in decades to the Chilean pension system (the Law). It gradually but significantly increases mandatory contributions, part of which will be administered by a new state fund (F...
Arbitra Expands Global Reach with the Addition of Elina Mereminskaya
Arbitra International
Arbitra International has announced the appointment of Elina Mereminskaya to its panel of arbitrators. This addition reinforces Arbitra’s commitment to expanding its expertise across key jurisdictions and sectors, particularly in Latin America and Russia-related disputes, where demand is on the ri...
Environmental compliance in Latin America: a bridge to Sustainability based on Legality and Business Ethics
Dominican Republic, Inlaw Alliance
In a context of climate crisis, loss of biodiversity and growing social pressure for responsible development, public institutions and companies in Latin America must assume a more proactive role. Environmental compliance is emerging as a key tool not only for complying with current regulations, but ...
Jaime Carey Highlights Success of IBA Conference in Lima
International Bar Association
"We must continue to defend the rule of law, the independence of the judiciary, and the legal profession"
In a vibrant display of legal camaraderie, the International Bar Association (IBA) convened an impressive conference in Lima, attracting nearly 800 de...
Inspiring Women in Law: a conversation with Patricia Kaim
Mexico, Von Wobeser y Sierra
‘It is not enough to open up spaces; it is necessary to transform the rules of the game’
Latin Counsel has the privilege of interviewing Patricia Kaim, a partner at Von Wobeser y Sierra, who is a leading figure in the field of Industrial a...
Argentine Government suspends the effects of the purchase of the Argentine business of Telefónica by Telecom Argentina
Argentina, Marcelo den Toom
Bomchil - The recent acquisition of Telefónica’s Argentine business by its main competitor, Telecom Argentina, refers to conflicting precedents between the local competition authority and these same parties. The closest precedent dates back to 2007, when Telefónica of Spain acquired an indirect ...
Mexico Facing Regulatory and Justice Reorganization: New Opportunities
Mexico, Hugo Hernandez Garcia | Greenberg Traurig
Greenberg Traurig - In the last six months, Mexico has approved an important set of constitutional and legal reforms that modify the legal framework and the instances for the resolution of disputes.
I. A New Federal Administrative Organization: from the Regulatory Model to Regulato...
BLP advises IDB Invest on investment in second series of sustainable bonds issued by Banco Promerica in Guatemala
Banco Promerica has issued a second series of sustainable bonds in the form of book-entry securities, for a total of US$15 million. This issue is part of Banco Promerica’s US$500 million programme, which allows the bank to issue green, social or sustainable bonds up to that amount.
This bond is...
DLA Piper Argentina and Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advise on the issuance of Debt Securities by the Province of Mendoza
Argentina, DLA Piper
DLA Piper - On March 20, 2025, the Province of Mendoza issued: (i) Class 1 TAMAR Debt Securities in the amount of Ps. 32,952,029,000, maturity date of June 20, 2026; and (ii) Class 2 TAMAR Debt Securities in the amount of Ps. 23,820,000,000, with maturity date of December 20, 2026. Both Debt Securit...
The orange economy and Intellectual Property: Driving transformation towards a culture of innovation and individual creative value
Peru, Thalía Tapia | OMC Abogados
OMC abogados - In an increasingly globalized world that depends on creativity and innovation, the Orange Economy has emerged as a driver of economic and cultural development. Based on the human ability to transform ideas into goods and services, this creative economy not only generates employment bu...
General Counsel Roundtable: Legaltech and Innovation
Carolina Zang, Zang Bergel & Viñes Abogados
The Biennial IBA Latin American Regional Forum Conference: The Road to 2030 in Latin America brought together leading lawyers and experts from the region in Lima to discuss key issues related to the economic, social, political and legal development of Latin America.
At the IBA in Lima, our last p...
New Tariffs on Countries Importing Venezuelan Oil
United States, Venezuela, Michael Diaz Jr | Javier Coronado | Isabela Hernández-Peredo | Diaz Reus
Diaz Reus - On March 24, 2025, President Donald J. Trump issued a new Executive Order (E.O) imposing a 25% tariff on goods imported from any country that imports Venezuelan oil, either directly or indirectly. This measure is part of the new administration’s broader effort to increase economic pr...
Bridging the gap between wealth management and mental health
Maxine Lace | Stonehage Fleming
Maxine Lace talked about her learnings from working with clients in the front line at Stonehage Fleming’s latest Four Pillars of Capital dinner.
Over her 30 years as adviser to many high net worth families, Maxine has noticed an increase in the discussions she has with her clients around mental...
Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado Abogados Launches New Office in Manta, Ecuador
Ecuador, Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado
Flor Bustamante Pizarro & Hurtado Abogados (FBPH) has announced the opening of its new office in the vibrant city of Manta, Ecuador.
This exciting milestone comes less than a year after expanding operations to Cuenca, marking another step forward in the firm’s commitment to serving clients acro...
Guzman Ariza Advises Creative Foam on Successful Acquisition of AccuMED
Dominican Republic, Guzmán Ariza
Guzmán Ariza has announced its role in advising Creative Foam Corporation on the successful acquisition of AccuMED Holdings Corp., including its Dominican branch operating as a free zone. This cross-border transaction involved complex legal, regulatory, and compliance considerations, requiring care...
The rise of Cybersecurity attacks in Latin America
International Bar Association
La Biennial IBA Latin American Regional Forum Conference: The Road to 2030 in Latin America reunió en Lima a destacados abogados y expertos de la región para debatir cuestiones clave relacionadas con el desarrollo económico, social, político y jurídico de América Latina.
Mariana Estradé, s...
Sustainable Finance in Latin America
International Bar Association
The Biennial IBA Latin American Regional Forum Conference: The Road to 2030 in Latin America brought together leading lawyers and experts from the region in Lima to discuss key issues related to the economic, social, political and legal development of Latin America.
On March 22, 2025, during a br...
The Future of Private Equity: Evaluating and improving legal structures in Latin America
International Bar Association
The Biennial IBA Latin American Regional Forum Conference: The Road to 2030 in Latin America brought together leading lawyers and experts from the region in Lima to discuss key issues related to the economic, social, political and legal development of Latin America.
On Thursday 20th the panel ent...
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