Department profile
LEĜA

Corporate/M&A

Latin America Guide 2027 : Venezuela


LEĜA

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Corporate/M&A - Venezuela

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Multidisciplinary law firm LEĜA possesses a respected team acting across a range of corporate mandates. The team regularly advises on negotiating service agreements, as well as exchange control issues. The department is well placed to assist with share purchase agreements for M&A, including spin-off processes. The firm's client roster spans sectors such as food and beverages, technology and pharmaceuticals. The law firm is also regularly retained by startups.

Work Highlights

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  • LEĜA advised Guy Carpenter on its strategic expansion into Venezuela, assisting with the establishment of a new local branch.

Strengths

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  • LEĜA stands out for its knowledge of the Venezuelan legal and regulatory framework. It has a specialised team who provide timely and accurate advice.

    Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Juan Enrique Aigster
    Band 3Juan Enrique Aigster

    Juan Enrique Aigster

    Partner Juan Enrique Aigster offers deep experience advising local and international clients on a wide range of commercial mandates. He is well placed to assist real estate companies with their regulatory, contractual and transactional matters.

  • Band 3Luis E López-Durán
    Band 3Luis E López-Durán

    Luis E López-Durán

    Active partner Luis López-Durán frequently acts on a range of mandates, including providing counsel on M&A deals and corporate structuring, as well as contractual matters.

    • Luis López-Durán consistently delivers a high level of client service and demonstrates strong commercial acumen.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Pedro Urdaneta
    Band 4Pedro Urdaneta

    Pedro Urdaneta

    Adept partner Pedro Urdaneta's experience spans acquisitions and divestments, advising on purchase agreements in the disposal of Venezuelan subsidiaries.
    • Pedro Urdaneta offers excellent expertise in corporate law, combined with strong commercial vision.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America

Ranked Individuals at LEĜA (3)

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