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...
M&A OUTLOOK 2025
Latin America-wide, Latin Counsel
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...
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 Ignacia Ormeño, recently elected as volunteers of the Chilean KnowledgeNet Chapter of IAPP, hosted the celebration.
During the day, Jaime (Chapter Chair) and María Ignacia (Young Privacy Pro), together with Edison Escobar (Chapter Chair) and Bernarda Muñoz (Young Privacy Pro), offered a warm welcome to the attendees, all members of IAPP. They ...
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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...
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...
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...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Ulises Cabrera participates in AMCHAMDR´s AI Ethics Guide 2024, promoting Responsible Technological Development
Dominican Republic, Ulises Cabrera
The Technology and Innovation Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce of the Dominican Republic (AMCHAMDR) has launched the Artificial Intelligence Ethics Guide 2024, a document that establishes a key benchmark for the responsible development of emerging technologies. This initiative was share...
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 ...
Publication of the National Agreement on the Human Right to Water and Sustainability
Mexico, Greenberg Traurig
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...
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