Investment is increasing in Latin America, particularly in the energy and infrastructure sectors – but this presents new challenges for law firms, which face increased competition, decreasing fees and an escalating war for the best legal talent
Mexican and Venezuelan investors are eyeing deals in the Spanish industrial, financial and real estate sectors as well as entering the UK and French markets
New tax laws that will result in companies ´goodwill´ being valued more highly in 2015 has led to many acquisitions, while increased solar demand is also driving deals
What is the best strategy for law firms looking to capitalise on the massive opportunities presented by infrastructure and energy projects in Latin America?
Peru, Colombia and Ecuador are increasingly gaining the confidence of international investors and are taking steps to develop their legal and regulatory frameworks, according to Deloitte Abogados managing partner Luis Fernando Guerra.
Opening up the oil & gas and power sectors presents opportunities for Spanish companies and makes Mexico attractive in comparison to other Latin American countries
Opening Mexico´s energy markets will boost investment opportunities and benefit domestic law firms as they acquire expertise working with international firms on major deals, particularly in the oil industry, according to Daniel Del Rí
As LatAm businesses grow and diversify into other markets, investments from across the region are increasing into the US
With Brazil poised to host the FIFA World Cup in 2014 and the Olympic Games in 2016, investment in major infrastructure projects is rising, says Leonardo Briganti, Founding Partner of Briganti Advogados in São Paulo, Brazil.
Trade between the regions is on the rise due to recent international bilateral cooperation agreements
