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Regional Groups

Americas

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Introduction

The Americas is a vast and diverse region, with a wide range of legal systems and practices. This can make it difficult for businesses and individuals to find the legal counsel they need.

As an Americas Regional Group of lawyers, we can help clients bridge this gap by providing a single point of contact for legal services throughout the region.

Goals

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Providing businesses and individuals with access to high-quality legal counsel in any country in North, Central or South America

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Reducing the cost of legal services by pooling resources and expertise, in a coordinated fashion.

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Facilitating cross-border transactions and collaborations.

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Promoting the rule of law and the development of the legal profession.

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Benefits

The benefits of our regional team for businesses and individuals include:

 

  • Access to a wider range of legal expertise.
  • Reduced legal costs.
  • Greater efficiency in cross-border transactions.
  • Increased peace of mind knowing that they are working with a trusted  network of lawyers.

Reach

We focus our services in those areas that need a coordinated effort across different jurisdictions because we believe that this is where we can add the most value to our clients.

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Cross-border transactions and m&as

When businesses or individuals are involved in transactions that cross borders, they need to be aware of the different legal regimes that apply in each jurisdiction. We can help our clients navigate these complex legal frameworks and ensure that their transactions are compliant with all applicable laws.

 

Compliance

Businesses and individuals need to comply with a wide range of laws and regulations, both in their own jurisdiction and in other jurisdictions where they operate. We can help our clients identify the laws and regulations that apply to them, develop compliance programs, and monitor their compliance on an ongoing basis.

Dispute resolution

When disputes arise between businesses or individuals in different jurisdictions, it can be difficult to resolve them. We can help our clients resolve their disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation.

Regional expansion

Our team in the Americas serves as a crucial ally for businesses venturing into regional expansion. With their in-depth knowledge of local regulations, customs, and legal frameworks, these firms provide indispensable guidance in navigating the complexities of expansion. Whether it’s setting up new operations, negotiating contracts, or ensuring compliance with regional laws, we offer tailored solutions to mitigate risks and optimize opportunities. From addressing regulatory hurdles to safeguarding intellectual property, partnering with our team empowers businesses to confidently expand their footprint while minimizing legal uncertainties.

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Reach

We focus our services in those areas that need a coordinated effort across different jurisdictions because we believe that this is where we can add the most value to our clients.

  • Cross-border transactions and M&A
    When businesses or individuals are involved in transactions that cross borders, they need to be aware of the different legal regimes that apply in each jurisdiction. We can help our clients navigate these complex legal frameworks and ensure that their transactions are compliant with all applicable laws.

  • Compliance
    Businesses and individuals need to comply with a wide range of laws and regulations, both in their own jurisdiction and in other jurisdictions where they operate. We can help our clients identify the laws and regulations that apply to them, develop compliance programs, and monitor their compliance on an ongoing basis.

  • Dispute resolution
    When disputes arise between businesses or individuals in different jurisdictions, it can be difficult to resolve them. We can help our clients resolve their disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation.

  • Regional expansion
    Our team in the Americas serves as a crucial ally for businesses venturing into regional expansion. With their in-depth knowledge of local regulations, customs, and legal frameworks, these firms provide indispensable guidance in navigating the complexities of expansion. Whether it’s setting up new operations, negotiating contracts, or ensuring compliance with regional laws, we offer tailored solutions to mitigate risks and optimize opportunities. From addressing regulatory hurdles to safeguarding intellectual property, partnering with our team empowers businesses to confidently expand their footprint while minimizing legal uncertainties.
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We believe that our focus on these areas gives us a unique advantage in the market. We have a deep understanding of the common and civil law systems, and we have a network of lawyers in different jurisdictions who can work together to provide our clients with the best possible legal advice and representation. In addition, we also focus on areas of law that are becoming increasingly important in the region, such as:

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Environmental law

In both industrialized and increasingly industrialized economies, there is a growing need for environmental law expertise. We can help businesses and individuals to comply with environmental laws and regulations, and to develop sustainable practices.

Technology law

The technology sector is growing rapidly and there is a need for legal expertise in this area. We can help businesses and individuals to develop and protect their intellectual property, to comply with data protection laws, to enter into technology-related contracts, and to understand the new AI regulatory environment. We believe that our focus on these emerging areas of law gives us a competitive edge in the market. We are at the forefront of legal developments, and we can help our clients to stay ahead of the curve.

We believe that our focus on these areas gives us a unique advantage in the market. We have a deep understanding of the common and civil law systems, and we have a network of lawyers in different jurisdictions who can work together to provide our clients with the best possible legal advice and representation. In addition, we also focus on areas of law that are becoming increasingly important in the region, such as:

    • Environmental law
      In both industrialized and increasingly industrialized economies, there is a growing need for environmental law expertise. We can help businesses and individuals to comply with environmental laws and regulations, and to develop sustainable practices.

    • Technology law
      The technology sector is growing rapidly and there is a need for legal expertise in this area. We can help businesses and individuals to develop and protect their intellectual property, to comply with data protection laws, to enter into technology-related contracts, and to understand the new AI regulatory environment. We believe that our focus on these emerging areas of law gives us a competitive edge in the market. We are at the forefront of legal developments, and we can help our clients to stay ahead of the curve.

    • Infrastructure and Natural resources
      With offices strategically located across the Americas, we are uniquely positioned to assist with all your legal needs, particularly for businesses looking to invest and expand within the Infrastructure and Natural Resources industries. Our members’ expertise covers a comprehensive range of services, from advising on the funding of projects through capital markets such as the NYSE and Toronto Stock Exchange, to supporting the development of projects directly at the sites where the resources or infrastructure are located. Whether you are initiating, financing, or expanding a project, our seasoned team ensures that your legal affairs are handled with the utmost precision and care, paving the way for your business success in the region.
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Regional Director

Regional Director

Gonzalo Oliva Beltrán

Barreiro.Oliva.Deluca.Jaca.Nicastro

Argentina

With an outstanding career in the legal field, Gonzalo was part of
important law firms in Buenos Aires, where he excelled as a leader and
partner in various teams. This valuable experience allowed him to found
in 2018 the prestigious law firm BARREIRO, consolidating himself as a reference
in the field of law. In the technological field, his professional practice focuses
on corporate advice, particularly in matters related to e-commerce, personal data
protection, seed, venture and development capital investments, as well
as private equity investments, commercial contracts, financial services
regulation and debt restructuring. In Energy and Natural Resources
projects, Gonzalo advises companies in matters related to the generation
and commercialization of conventional and renewable energy. He has been
recognized by international law organizations for his track record in
TMT and Fintech, as Excellent in Leaders League, Notable Practitioner in
Chambers & Partners and Recommended in Legal 500. Gonzalo is a member of
the Bar Association of the City of Buenos Aires, the International Bar
Association and The Law Firm Network, in addition to being part of the
Board of Directors of ACDE and the Argentine Society of Culture.

Jurisdiction:

Name

Jurisdiction

Law Firm

Contact

William Hare

St. Kitts

Forbes Hare

William Hare

Grenada

Forbes Hare

Alistair Abbott

Cayman Islands

Forbes Hare

William Hare

Anguilla

Forbes Hare

Sage Revell

United States (USA)

Brown Rudnick LLP

Mark Dorff

United States (USA)

Brown Rudnick LLP

Success Stories

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ARGENTINA

Three members provide advice in setting up acompliance programme to a Latam Fintech Company
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CHILE

Collaboration in corporate lawfor a major energy company
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ARGENTINA

Co-ordinated cross-border support to European fintech
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USA

Expansion of US Fitness Chain in European Market
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CANADA

Canadian Aerospace company successfully advised by LFN members

Americas Conferences

Chile

2023

The members of the Americas Regional Group rejoined this time in Santiago de Chile for addressing the political and economic challenges of the region and the new demands in ESG in the region.

Miami

2022

Miami served as the first Americas Conference after the pandemia. Much has been said about the LFN being founded around a bondfire in a sky resort, more than 30 years ago. Well not a chance for a sky resort in Miami and not the time for a gala dinner but there was plenty of time for the Americas members to rejoin after some dificult years, network and debate on How Governments across the Americas are reacting to, if any, Climate Change and what opportunities

Regional Conference

Other Regional Conferences:

Year

Region

December 2023, Santiago de Chile, Chile

2023

Americas

February 2022, Miami, USA

2022

Americas

October 2019, Montreal Canada

2019

Americas

March 2017, Orange County, California, USA

2017

Americas

March 2016, Havana, Cuba

2016

Americas

February 2015, Cozumel, Mexico

2015

Americas

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