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Corporate/Commercial - Honduras
What the Team is Known For
Arias has a respected corporate team that is supported by a strong regional presence and routinely counsels clients on cross-border acquisition processes, including handling target due diligence, shareholder agreements and antitrust approval. The firm regularly advises investment banks, funds, multilaterals and corporate borrowers on credit agreements, while also serving key international and Honduran players from the real estate, pharmaceutical and technology sectors.
Strengths
I value Arias's insight into the local market. They have experience in M&A in Honduras and they make complex transactions appear seamless.
Notable practitioners
Evangelina Lardizábal is a recognised regional authority in corporate matters.
Evangelina is a highly experienced professional, deeply focused on her work.
Head of department Fanny Rodríguez remains a highly respected lawyer within the Honduran dispute resolution space and comes recommended by interviewees for her stellar experience in the market. Her practice includes a broad range of legal counselling for both domestic and international clients.
Fanny Rodríguez is a prominent figure in commercial arbitration. Her leadership stands out, and she is widely respected as opposing counsel. There is only praise for her.
I consider Fanny Rodríguez one of the most visible lawyers in the arbitration market. She is very active in her role as a litigator, highly prominent and well regarded in the field.
Skilled head of department Sonia Urbina is praised by market commentators for her intellectual property practice in Honduras, particularly in trade mark portfolio management. She is admitted to practice in both Honduras and El Salvador.
Sonia Urbina is responsible, attentive, kind, and highly effective in both her communication and in managing our matters.
Co-head of department Mario Agüero is well regarded by interviewees in the Honduran commercial law market. His practice includes project finance, due diligence and antitrust-related legal advice in M&A.
Mario Agüero has a strong understanding of the business and effectively monitors legislation. He excels at guiding us through what needs to be done.