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BLP

Corporate/M&A

Latin America Guide 2026 : Guatemala


BLP

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About

Provided by BLP

BLP is known as a leader in the mergers and acquisitions field, representing a large number of multinational companies doing business in Central America.

BLP participates in the major transactions that has taken place in the Central America Region. Current clients range from multinational heavyweights to local entrepreneurs. We advise both buyers and sellers involved in M&A deals such as corporate restructurings, large-scale M&A transactions, joint ventures and compliance cases, as well as free trade zone mandates among others.

The corporate practice is noted for its impressive deep business understanding, great professionalism and ethical strength. BLP distinguish from the rest for its technologies and innovation, we are one step ahead, we are a true business law partners to our clients.

As part of this day to day advice, BLP drafts, reviews and negotiates contracts, terminations and addenda thereto, attends legal consultations on matters related to the operation of the companies on a daily basis; performs all the work related to the shareholders’ and board of director´s meetings and registries, as well as corporate governance matters. The attorneys involved in these matters also coordinate legal counseling with all other practice areas such as labor, intellectual property, consumer protection, insurance and regulatory law, among others.

Industries (14)

  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Banks
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Construction & Materials
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Insurance
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Real Estate
  • Utilities

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A - Guatemala

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

BLP is a highly regarded law firm with an experienced team that possesses solid expertise in corporate mandates in Guatemala. The Guatemala City-based team is regularly sought out by local and international companies from across the manufacturing, retail and financial services sectors. BLP's lawyers are particularly well equipped to handle M&A deals, including the structuring of share purchase agreements. The team also provides non-transactional corporate advice to longstanding clients.

Work Highlights

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  • BLP advised Brookfield Renewable Power on its strategic investment in a global renewable energy company, providing support throughout the due diligence process and conducting a comprehensive antitrust analysis.

Strengths

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  • BLP has a strong team, able to handle any major and sophisticated matter. The lawyers are expeditious in their processes.

    Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Jorge Arenales
    Band 2Jorge Arenales

    Jorge Arenales

    Distinguished partner Jorge Arenales maintains a respected practice with a longstanding reputation within the Guatemalan corporate and M&A arena. He often represents clients in the energy, financial and telecommunications sectors on corporate, commercial and transactional mandates.

    • Jorge Arenales' biggest strength is the breadth of his expertise and the fact that he can offer holistic advice.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Luis Ruiz
    Band 4Luis Ruiz

    Luis Ruiz

    Noted partner Luis Ruiz is recognised by clients and market players for his work on M&A transactions in Guatemala, particularly in joint ventures, corporate investments and restructurings.

    • Luis Ruiz has excellent business acumen which contributes to his legal counsel.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America

Ranked Individuals at BLP (2)

Guatemala

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