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Latham & Watkins LLP

Corporate/M&A

Latin America Guide 2027 : International Counsel


Latham & Watkins LLP

Rankings

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Corporate/M&A - International Counsel

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Market-leading practice Latham & Watkins boasts an impressive track record acting on major cross-border corporate transactions in the Latin American region, with particular experience in the Colombian and Chilean markets. The corporate practice group remains a go-to team for blue-chip corporations and leading private equity houses investing in the energy and telecommunications sectors, among others. Latham & Watkins is highly active assisting clients with corporate restructuring, divestments and M&A transactions.

Work Highlights

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  • Latham & Watkins advised Florida Ice and Farm Company on the sale of its remaining 75% stake in Distribuidora La Florida to Heineken.

Strengths

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  • Latham & Watkins has thorough knowledge of M&A transactions in Latin America and excellent negotiation skills. The team is widely respected for its unparalleled M&A experience in the region and is recognised as one of the most accomplished in the field.

    Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
  • Latham & Watkins is creative and business-minded, with a highly competent multidisciplinary team capable of handling complex matters. Its extensive experience across diverse and intricate matters makes it a leading and formidable firm.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Antonio Del Pino
    Band 1Antonio Del Pino

    Antonio Del Pino

    Distinguished partner Antonio Del Pino remains highly active and enjoys a remarkable track record in the Latin American corporate arena. He is particularly reputed for his activity in telecommunications and energy-related transactions.
    • Antonio Del Pino is an exceptional lawyer who not only masters the technical and commercial aspects of complex M&A transactions but also has a deep understanding of the culture and nuances of doing business in Latin America. He is the ideal lawyer to entrust with your most important M&A transactions.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
    • Antonio Del Pino is a renowned M&A expert and a skilled negotiator. He inspires trust and respect, remains calm under pressure and is always prepared for any contingency or unexpected issue.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Carlos Ardila
    Band 4Carlos Ardila

    Carlos Ardila

    Carlos Ardila is active in a range of complex and cross-border M&A transactions throughout Latin America, especially in respect of acquisitions involving Chile and Mexico.

    • Carlos Ardila is highly committed to getting transactions over the line and is exceptionally attentive to his clients.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
  • Associates to watchFrancisco Lanusse
    Associates to watchFrancisco Lanusse

    Francisco Lanusse

    Associate-to-watch Francisco Lanusse demonstrates solid capabilities assisting with a range of corporate and M&A matters for notable clients across Latin America.

    • Francisco Lanusse is highly detail-oriented and responsive. He is committed to getting the deal done.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America

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