Corporate/Commercial: International Firms | Latin America

Akerman's market-leading practice group elicits outstanding market support. The firm has a solid Cuba practice based in Miami. The team accompanies US company executives on trips to Cuba to explore permissible business activities, advising them on obtaining Office of Foreign Assets Control licences to set up commercial operations in Cuba. The department is particularly active in the entertainment, tourism and transportation sectors, with a strong track record of helping cruise liners to set up routes between Florida and Cuba.

Pinsent Masons is a prominent international law firm that houses an experienced team of international corporate and commercial experts who routinely advise on cross-border mandates involving Cuba, Spain and Latin America. The market-leading practice group is often sought out to advise international companies on foreign investment and joint ventures in Cuba. The team boasts further expertise in energy and infrastructure projects, with notable experience in renewables. The lawyers are also well placed to represent clients in litigation and arbitration cases in the region.

Dynamic boutique firm Dávalos Abogados is highly specialised in Cuban matters. The seasoned Madrid-based team offers expertise in corporate issues in Cuba and routinely assists clients with foreign investment contracts, joint ventures, and mixed enterprise mandates. The firm is also well equipped to advise on financing and debt claims related to the Cuban market. Dávalos Abogados’ impressive client roster includes international brands in the food and drink, banking, and pharmaceutical industries.

Holland & Knight is a highly reputable corporate heavyweight with a solid Cuba practice split between its Miami and Washington, DC offices. The team provides counsel to US multinationals on obtaining the OFAC licence to do business in Cuba. The department is particularly active in advising airlines and cruise liner companies on establishing and operating commercial routes to Cuba. The firm also represents major names in the hotel, entertainment and banking industries.