A law firm’s market reputation, as well as its track record and ‘exisiting connections’ are key considerations when Colgate-Palmolive Company chooses external advisers, says Iván A. Sandoval
Argentina’s Banco Macro selects law firms based on a range of criteria including level of expertise, experience and responsiveness, says head of legal María José Van Morlegan
It is anticipated ‘one or two’ global firms will take the step of opening offices in Central America, with data protection and technology driving demand for legal services
International clients demand innovative approaches to legal services and this will mean more international law firms forming alliances with Central American firms or opening offices in the region
Tax authorities in many countries are becoming more proactive, with the result that enforcement related to global tax issues is on the rise
Issues such as the Trump administration in the US, immigration and the Brexit issue in Europe, have shown investors that, despite such upheavals, business continues as usual
IPO activity increasing in Mexico and Brazil despite political concerns – Mexican stock market has accounted for 58 per cent of total capital raised in the region
Enforcement of anti-corruption rules, in addition to stronger anti-bribery laws, could generate more work for lawyers
Adoption of UNCITRAL laws expected to lead to higher levels of foreign investment in the two countries and greater involvement of global law firms
Major players boosting practices to meet demand from technology businesses after Brazil pledged to make significant investment in sector – meanwhile, flow of big-ticket M&A work continues
