Latin Counsel wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
At Latin Counsel, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our customers for their unwavering support throughout the year. Your trust and partnership have been invaluable to us, and we truly appreciate the opportunity to work alongside you.
As we approach the holiday season,...
On July 30, Law No. 30-24 on Logistics Centres, Logistics Centre Operating Companies and Logistics Operating Companies was enacted in order to establish a legal framework for the development and promotion of the Dominican Republic as a Logistics Hub and to regulate the activities carried out by logi...
Marval O’Farrell Mairal launches its 2024 Report on Legal Departments in Argentina: Keys and Trends
Marval O’Farrell Mairal has launched the third edition of its Report on Legal Departments in Argentina, an initiative that provides a comprehensive analysis of the corporate legal landscape in the country. Based on more than 2,450 responses from legal leaders in various industries, the report has ...
The Stonehage Fleming View: Governance
United States, Lucy Birtwistle, Stonehage Fleming
There is much to be said for the ‘benevolent dictatorship’ model of family leadership. However, the demands it places on both the leader and on those being led, are significant. In many cases, that can undermine the chances of family values, family relationships and family wealth being successfu...
In Memoriam: Fernando de la Mata
Spain
Pérez-Llorca is deeply saddened to announce the passing of their esteemed partner, Fernando de la Mata. The firm extends its heartfelt condolences to his wife, Gemma, his children, Mariona and Fernando, and his extended family and friends during this challenging time.
Fernando joined Pérez-Llor...
Environmental Justice in Latin America: Confronting the Impacts of Climate Change and Natural Resource Exploitation
Juan Carlos Orozco Carazo, Member of InLaw
Throughout history, indigenous and peasant communities in Latin America have faced the exploitation of their territories and resources since the time of colonisation. Their struggle for territorial rights has been a constant that has influenced contemporary environmental justice.
In this context,...
Skadden Advises Citi in Successful Banamex Spin-Off in Mexico
A team of lawyers from Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, led by Paola Lozano in New York, successfully advised Citi on streamlining its operations in Mexico through the spin-off of Banamex.
Narciso Campos from the Mexico office of White & Case also advised in the operation.
As of December ...
Dr. F. Armando Arias among the most admired leaders of 2024
El Salvador
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 prestigious group includes strategists and business leaders whose actions...
DLA Piper Argentina and Tanoira Cassagne advise on EDEMSA’s issuance of Negotiable Bonds
Argentina, Juan Bruno and Juan Martin Ormachea.
DLA Piper Argentina advised Empresa Distribuidora de Electricidad de Mendoza S.A. (hereinafter, Edemsa or the Issuer) on the issuance of its Class 3 and Class 4 Notes (hereinafter, the Notes).
TCA Tanoira Cassagne advised Global Valores S.A., Balanz Capital Valores S.A.U., and Banco Supervielle S...
Inspiring Women in Law Q&A: Josefa Larraín, DLA Piper, Chile
Chile, DLA Piper, Chile
"Dispute resolution is not just about winning; it’s about finding a resolution that serves everyone’s interests"
Latin Counsel had the privilege of interviewing Josefa Larraín, a rising star in civil litigation and arbitration who recently joined DLA Piper in Ch...
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Insurance Sector: Pérez-Llorca/IE Analysis
Digital transformation is revolutionising all sectors, and the insurance sector is no exception. In this context, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a key driver for innovation and efficiency. With the aim of exploring the implications of this technology in the insurance sector, the Pérez-Ll...
Advancing Business Development in Law Firms: Transitioning from Effort to Strategic Insight
Latin America-wide
Business Development has gone from being an add-on to becoming a central pillar in law firms. The professionalisation of the sector and its evolution towards a legal business model demands a structured, serious and professional approach. It is no secret that, in recent years, Business De...
