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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...

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...

BLP’s Jorge Luis Arenales Appointed Honorary Representative of Invest Guatemala in France

France, Guatemala

Guatemala, France BLP has announced that partner Jorge Luis Arenales, based in Paris, has been appointed Honorary ad Honorem Representative of Invest Guatemala in the French Republic. This significant recognition highlights Jorge’s commitment and leadership in promoting Guatemala as a strate...

Publication of the National Agreement on the Human Right to Water and Sustainability

Mexico, Erick Hernández Gallego, Partner, Luis Jorge Akle, Associate, Paula Maria De Uriarte, Intern

Greenberg Traurig - On 19 December 2024, the National Agreement on the Human Right to Water and Sustainability (the ‘Agreement’) was published in the Official Gazette of the Federation (the ‘DOF’), which contains a diagnosis of the water problem in the country and proposes actions to address...

Pérez-Llorca: new promotions and female leadership

Pérez-Llorca has announced the appointment of 6 partners between internal promotions and incorporations. These appointments strengthen the Litigation and Arbitration practice in Spain; the Restructuring & Finance practice in the UK; and the Real Estate, Corporate M&A and Banking & Finance practices...

Inspiring Women in Law: An Interview with Alexia Rosenthal

Argentina

To welcome 2025, Latin Counsel had the opportunity to chat with Alexia Rosenthal, a key figure in Argentina’s legal world. In an inspiring interview, Alexia tells us about what motivates her, her approach to leadership, and her dedication to fostering new generations of lawyers. Alexia is a ...

Víctor Garita’s new role at Arias

Costa Rica, Arias Law

Víctor Garita, who has been a partner at ARIAS since March 2019, has changed his status to Of Counsel as of January 1, 2025. Mr. Garita commented: I am proud to have worked with the ARIAS organization during the relaunch of its Costa Rica operations. It has been a period marked by professional c...

Von Wobeser strengthens its team with the appointment of a new Partner and three Counsels

Mexico

Von Wobeser y Sierra has announced the appointment of a new partner and three counsels with complementary expertise, aligned with its full-practice approach to providing exceptional client service. These appointments are effective as of January 1, 2025. The promoted lawyers are new Partner Adriá...

Dr. Armando Arias among the most admired leaders of 2024

El Salvador

Arias - We are pleased to announce that Dr. F. Armando Arias, Chairman of ARIAS, has been recognized as one of the Most Admired Business Leaders in Central America, according to Estrategia y Negocios magazine in its 299th issue. This prestigi...

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