Brazilian lawyers could benefit from a rise in renewable energy project work, but only if developers get better access to finance
Total Systems Services head of legal Sergio López Fernández says it is vital that external legal services providers perform tasks in the timeframe set by the company
Law firms in the region need to keep pace with client demands – the ‘generalist lawyer is almost an endangered species’, with clients requiring more specialisation from their advisers
Artificial intelligence (AI) is already playing a key role in streamlining law firms’ day-to-day operations.
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
