The Latin American Lawyer magazine Volume I - 2016 | Page 2

Contents Spotlight on Pacific Alliance • • • On the cover: Whether it´s energy sector deals in Mexico, M&A in Chile, or corruption cases in Brazil, the Latin American market is generating work for Iberian lawyers from a wide range of practice areas. The publisher and authors are not responsible for the results of any actions (or lack thereof) taken on the basis of information in this publication. Readers should obtain advice from a qualified professional when dealing with specific situations. The Latin American Lawyer is published once a year by Iberian Legal Group SL. © Iberian Legal Group SL 2016 Copyright applies. For licensed photocopying, please contact [email protected] Editorial policy The Latin American Lawyer provides a information on the Latin American legal profession for domestic and international law firms and general counsel. The magazine is funded by subscribers and advertisers, as well as sponsoring law firms that provide the Profiles within the Special Reports. Legal Deposit M-5664-2009 Editor: Ignacio Abella [email protected] 2 • THE LATIN AMERICAN LAWYER • 2016 • • • • ‘Tax and labour reforms will bring more opportunities for law firms in Chile’ Juan Francisco Gutierrez Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría ‘For international investors, Chile remains a highly attractive market´ Jaime Carey Carey • Putting the client first Santi Pagès Carballeda Roca Junyent 5 • Banks and lenders targeting infrastructure and renewable energy projects in Latin America José Morán Baker & McKenzie 13 • Mixed prospects in Latin America with Mexico leading the M&A race • Latin American private equity funds have ‘large risk appetite’ 16 • Argentina is Mercosur country with most growth potential Spotlight on compliance 18 6 10 Infrastructure and energy sectors creating opportunities in Latin America Ignacio Paz Herbert Smith Freehills Spotlight on Mercosur Opening up ‘Best friends’ strategies work well in Latin America Eduardo Rodríguez-Rovira Philippi, Prietocarrizosa, Ferrero, DU & Uria 11 Mexican economy transformed by energy market reform Juan Carlos Serra Basham, Ringe y Correa Spotlight on M&A ‘Infrastructure, agribusiness and real estate are set to grow in Colombia’ Martin Acero Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría Spotlight on strategy • Spotlight on energy and infrastructure In an election year, Peru is expected to remain attractive to investment´ Luis Carlos Rodrigo Prado Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Special focus: Latin America • 4 ‘Despite currency devaluation and low oil prices, Mexico is a great place to invest Daniel del Rio Basham, Ringe y Correa • Advising on compliance requires multidisciplinary legal teams • Clients operating in highly regulated sectors in Central America increase focus on compliance Mariano Batalla Batalla Salto Luna 11 14 19 www.iberianlawyer.com/latin-america