Pérez-Llorca appoints Felipe Suescún de Roa as partner in Colombia
Colombia, Perez-Llorca
Pérez-Llorca has appointed Felipe Suescún de Roa as a new partner in Colombia. He joins to strengthen the Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice, one of the firm’s key areas in the country.
Suescún de Roa brings over 20 years of professional experience, with a solid background in domestic and...
Marval advised on the establishment of the Elebar XV financial trust
Argentina, Marval O’Farrell Mairal
Marval O’Farrell Mairal acted as legal counsel in the issuance of trust securities under the "Elebar XV" financial trust, part of the "Elebar" Program, for a total aggregate amount of ARS 2,882,992,000.
The issuance took place on January 6, 2026. it included Class A Trust Debt Securities (VDFA) f...
Experts analyze the limits of free competition and the role of compliance in the corporate sector
Chile, Bofill Mir
Bofill Mir | In an increasingly demanding regulatory environment, analyzing the legal boundaries of inter-company interactions has become a critical pillar of corporate governance. Under this premise, the specialized seminar "Free Competition: Contact with Competitors, Limits, and Key Compliance Mea...
Inspiring Women in Law: A conversation with Marcela Bernal de Fontanals (Citibank)
El Salvador, In-House Counsel
"When it comes to working with firms, we prioritize trust and experience over legal rankings"
For our "Inspiring Women in Law" section, Latin Counsel is honored to speak with Marcela Bernal de Fontanals, General Counsel and Senior Vice Presiden...
Mayor Mamdani signals aggressive consumer protection enforcement
United States, DLA Piper
DLA Piper | New York City inaugurated its new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, on January 1, 2026. As part of his new administration, Mayor Mamdani appointed former head of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)’s Bureau of Consumer Protection, Samuel Levine, to serve as the Commissioner of New York City’s Depart...
BLP Bolsters Regional Leadership with Promotion of New Partners and Special Counsel
Nicaragua, BLP
BLP Legal | In line with its commitment to talent development, the continuous strengthening of its practice areas, and the promotion of female leadership within the firm, BLP announces the promotion of new Partners and Special Counsel in its Business Law and Labor & Employment practices, further con...
Rebaza advises Grupo Andino on sale of stake in Operadora Portuaria to Grupo Mobiliare
Peru, Rebaza, Alcazar & De las Casas
Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas advised Andino Capital Holding S.A. and Almacenes Financieros S.A., both members of Grupo Andino, in the sale of a 38% stake in the capital stock of Operadora Portuaria S.A. (OPORSA) to Mobiliare Real Estate Solutions Perú S.A.C. The agreed purchase price for the share...
The US recovers US$1 billion following the conviction of former Chavista treasurer Alejandro Andrade
Spain, Diaz Reus
Diaz Reus - The story of Alejandro Andrade is one of meteoric rise and spectacular fall. The retired lieutenant, bodyguard and private secretary to the late President Hugo Chávez went from the corridors of the Miraflores Palace to the federal courts of the United States, exposing one of the biggest ...
Carey advises Live Nation on the landmark acquisition of majority control of Movistar Arena
Chile, Carey
Carey – In a move that redefines the entertainment landscape in the Southern Cone, Live Nation Entertainment has announced the formal closing of its strategic partnership with BeLive Entertainment Group. Through this agreement, the global firm becomes the majority stakeholder in Movistar Arena Santi...
Energy Security and Arbitral Recovery: Foreign Investment Prospects in the New Venezuela
International, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer | The recent removal of President Maduro from Venezuela has triggered a flurry of political activity. However, the legal implications are also far-reaching, with important considerations for foreign investors.
In the immediate term, we can expect former Vice Preside...
2026 Base Salary: Reference Amount for Tax Penalties Remains Unchanged
Costa Rica, EY Law
Ey law | Each year, the Superior Council of the Judicial Branch sets the statutory base salary. For 2026, at session No. 113-2025 held on 16 December 2025 (Article LXV), the Council reaffirmed the amount in force since 2021.
For tax purposes, the base salary serves as the statutory reference amou...
El Salvador approves reforms to the Free Trade Zone Law
El Salvador, EY Law
The purpose of these reforms is to increase domestic and foreign investment and boost the country’s competitiveness and productivity, in line with the new dynamics of international trade.
EY Law | On 23 December 2025, the Legislative Assembly of El Salvador approved the Legislative Decree containing amendments to the Free Trade Zones, I...
