New Hydrocarbons Law: A New Legal Landscape for Private Investment in Venezuela
Venezuela, Travieso Evans Arria & Rengel
Following its publication in the Official Gazette on Thursday, 29 January 2026, the amendment to the 2006 Organic Hydrocarbons Law marks a turning point in Venezuela’s legal framework for the hydrocarbons sector.
Travieso Evans Arria & Rengel | Following the publication in the Official Gazette on Thursday, January 29, 2026, of the reform of the 2006 Organic Hyd...
DLA Piper advises Riverwood Capital in investment round for AI-powered industrial maintenance company
DLA Piper
DLA Piper advised client Riverwood Capital in leading a US$35 million growth round for AI-powered maintenance solutions company Fracttal, with support from all existing investors.
The investment strengthens Fracttal’s AI and product development capabilities, while accelerating its expansion in La...
The importance of tax residency in Guatemala
Guatemala, Alegalis
Alegalis | In the tax sphere, the concept of tax residency is key to determining how, when, and on which income an individual or company must pay taxes to the Superintendency of Tax Administration (SAT). Understanding this concept ensures proper compliance with tax obligations and helps avoid legal ...
Good Faith: The Silent Pillar of Arbitration
Central America, BLP Legal
BLP | In arbitration—as in life—not everything is written. Beyond rules, deadlines, and formalities, there exists a principle that silently upholds the legitimacy of the process: good faith. It is not always mentioned, rarely expressly regulated, yet when it is absent, arbitration suffers and loses ...
Chilean government launches National Critical Minerals Strategy
Chile, DLA Piper
DLA Piper | On January 27, 2026, Chile’s Ministry of Mining published its National Critical Minerals Strategy (Strategy) following a participative process that included a public consultation. The Strategy signals a major step forward in the country’s approach to the growing global demand for critica...
Carey advises Ivanhoe Electric on exploration agreement with SQM
Chile, Carey
Carey advised Ivanhoe Electric on a collaboration and exploration agreement with Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. (SQM) to explore approximately 2,002 km² of SQM’s mining properties in northern Chile for potential copper deposits.
The agreement includes a USD 9 million investment by SQM to...
Meet & Learn Punta del Este 2026: A Strategic Gathering for Legal Industry Rainmakers
LMBD
On Monday, March 23, 2026, Punta del Este will host one of the most anticipated professional development events for legal‑industry business developers and firm leaders in Latin America.
The Meet & Learn Punta del Este session, taking place from 08:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Jean Clevers Parque Hote...
Privacy and Data Protection in Latin America: towards a regional standard similar to the European GDPR?
InLaw Alliance | Europe has been a leader in personal data protection. Back in 1981, the Council of Europe adopted Convention 108, the first binding international instrument on data protection. It was even opened for signature by non-European states in 2013, with the addition of nine countries, incl...
Pérez-Llorca welcomes Adal Salamanca as a tax partner
Spain, Perez-Llorca
Pérez-Llorca has announced the appointment of Adal Salamanca as a new tax partner in its Madrid office to strengthen this practice, specifically in the area of tax litigation and procedure.
Salamanca has a solid track record in tax advice to companies, with a special focus on tax litigation and t...
Bofill Mir leads $88 million debt restructuring for Masisa
Chile, Bofill Mir
Bofill Mir advised Masisa S.A. on the restructuring of its short and long-term financial liabilities totaling USD $88 million. This included a bond exchange and the renegotiation of bank financing, strengthening the company’s capital structure and financial outlook.
Bofill Mir advised Masisa S.A., ...
Alessandri Advises Fundación Antenna on Protecting Its Trademarks
Chile, Alessandri
Alessandri Abogados provides pro bono advice to Fundación Antenna, a Chilean non-profit organization that promotes art and culture. Since 2015, Antenna has been promoting a community that encourages access to and appreciation of the arts in different sectors of society. Through projects and strategi...
The new energy map: Sanctions and License 46 under scrutiny
Mexico, Diaz Reus
Diaz Reus | The legal landscape for the energy sector in Venezuela has taken a significant turn with the recent issuance of General License 46 by OFAC. To understand the scope of this new scenario, we spoke with Javier Coronado, partner at the global law firm Diaz Reus. From his headquarters in Miam...
