the latin american lawyer 2017

A series of top-level events, in-depth articles, reports and interviews appearing both online and in print. The initiative was launched by Iberian Lawyer on its 10th anniversary in 2015 and will serve as a bridge of communication – and a high profile platform – for leading law firms and multinational clients in Latin America, Europe, the US and Africa. The Latin American Lawyer will broadcast, communicate and educate through the provision of relevant market intelligence and content to international investors.

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Upcoming events

22 February 2017 Cumplimiento corporativo y laboral; impacto del factor humano San Jose, Costa Rica

23 February 2017 Dispute resolution strategies in Latin America: Is arbitration still appealing? San Jose, Costa Rica

17 March 2017 New challenges and opportunities for infrastructure investment in Mercosur and Pacific Alliance Buenos Aires, Argentina

16 June 2017 Cross-border M&A within a new political context Latin America - USA New York, USA

Corporate Counsel Attendees:Abertis Infraestructuras, AbrilPar Participações, Allen & Overy, Almirall, Andrade Gutierrez, APG Asset Management, ATOS, Avianca, B. Braun, BACFlorida, Baker & Mckenzie, Baker Hughes, Bank of America, Basham Ringe y Correa, Bayer, Berkeley Research Group, Brightstar, Broseta, Caravel Capital Management, Carey y Cia, CARGILL, Carnival, Caterpillar, Citco Corporate Services, Citigroup, Citigroup Global Markets, Coca Cola, Comsa-Emte, Cuatrecasas, Gonçalves Pereira, Deloitte, DHL, Doral, Enel Brasil, Enel Green Power, Estefan Enterprises, Everis, FCC, Ferring, FlightSafety International, Forrestal Capital, Gas Natural/Endesa, Gensler, Glenfarne Group, Globenet, Goldman Sachs, Grupo Planeta, Harsco, Harvard Investors Group, Ingram Micro Latin America, ITOCHU International, JPMorgan Chase, Kroll, Liberty International Underwriters, Lucent Technologies, Magneti Marelli, Marubeni, Medtronic - Latin America, Mercantil Commercebank, Mesoamerica, Microsoft, National Instruments, Oderbretch, Prumo Logistics, Pulse Capital Partners, Roca Junyent, Roca Sanitario, Rodrigo, Elias & Medrano, Pfizer, Rolls-Royce Brasil, Ros Roca, Sandvik, Suez Spain (AGBAR Group), Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, SVP Worldwide, Telefónica,Trammo, Uría Menéndez, Veirano Advogados, Viacom International Media Networks, Votorantim Cimentos, Votorantim Metais, Wynston Hill Capital and Xerox

Special invitation

The Latin American LawyerWe are delighted to invite you to partner with us on The Latin American Lawyer.

The Latin American Lawyer will add value for in-house lawyers working for companies with business interests in the region, as well as for law firm leaders.

The Latin American Lawyer provides your firm with a platform to:

Position your firm as a reference in your country and region to a group of Spanish, Portuguese, Latin American, • UK and USA in-house lawyers and compliance officers by joining the advisory committee of The Latin American Lawyer (together with GCs from companies such as Telefónica, Gas Natural/Endesa, Everis, FCC, Oderbretch or Pfizer amongst others).

Partner as lead member in The Latin America Cafe, an exclusive series of events (two during the membership • cycle of 12 months) in Europe, the US or Latin America. With two panel members, the law firm will be central to organising the event and shaping the programme, presenting lawyers as members of the panel. The profile of the law firm will be raised through the multichannel promotion of these events and as a thought leader on the topics discussed.

Be part of other exclusive events organised by Iberian • Lawyer, with members of the Advisory Council and the In-House & Compliance Club.

Communicate the current legal challenges and • opportunities in the region by contributing to reports and feature articles and having legal updates, news information and interviews with managing partners published at www.iberianlawyer.com

Broadcast content at Iberian Lawyer TV promoted via mondaq.com, which has two million viewers.•

Receive two subscriptions to access the premium content of www.iberianlawyer.com•

Thank you for your interest and we are looking forward to working with you in The Latin American Lawyer for 2017.

2017Events Latin America Cafe – A series of sessions with a selected group of experts to exchange market know-how.

Join us We welcome the participation of leading law firms with business in the Latin American region.

www.thelatinamericanlawyer.com

Ignacio Abella Editor - Latin America [email protected]

Mari Cruz Taboada Managing Director [email protected]

The boom of the Latin American region was overshadowed by JPMorgan Asset Management (JPMAM) when

they included Colombia and Mexico amongst the `fragile five´ – a group of emerging market nations among the

most exposed and dependent to foreign investment flows and government revenues.

In addition, strategists at Morgan Stanley are worried about what could be called the

`Troubled Ten´ – from Brazil to Peru´s currencies – which have trading ties making

them susceptible to a slowdown in the world’s second-biggest economy. That’s how

many nations are particularly at risk since China devalued the yuan.However, difficult times always bring opportunities and law firms are very well placed to

identify sectors open for investment. The key is to manage well the risks when entering

in hyper-regulated sectors. In Brazil, Colombia, Mexico or Peru, compliance not only

has arrived but entered with strength.

Global Compliance ClubLatin American Cafe

Managing investment in fragile economies. How has the compliance tsunami affected Latin America?

9 March 2016, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

With the global economy in continuous turmoil, foreign investors are actively looking for signs

to identify emerging markets in Latin America that can bring secure returns.

This session brings together some of the leading partners from the Latin American Lawyer series,

local general counsel and some key international players to discuss the following topics:

How is the current economy affecting legal services? How is the oil crisis affecting the speed to

• diversify economies? What are the sectors that offer more opportunities? Are there any tax or

financial structures to incentivise investment?Are governments introducing incentives to encourage more international investment? How are

• law firms adapting to the need to offer a more global advise?What are clients mostly demanding? How are firms supporting clients to reduce risks and to

• develop better compliance programmes?What are the major risks that company directors or board members will face when breaching

• compliance? How does US/Global regulation affect them?

Time 10.00 am-11.30 am Where:Rio de Janeiro Brazil

This event is by invitation only. If you are interested to attend please contact [email protected] cooperation with:

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LAS REUNIONES DE CONSEJO

PRIVACIDAD Y SEGURIDAD DE LA INFORMACION

Iberian Lawyer y Diligent

desarrollaron un estudio de

mercado entre 60 sercretarios de consejo de empresas en

España.


Latin American Cafe

¿Obligación o devoción? Los principios de buen gobierno corporativo en la función jurídica

En cooperación con:

Hora 07.30 am -09.15 am café incluido Lugar:Carrera 9 # 74-08, Bogotá

La implementación de buenas prácticas de gobierno corporativo es clave para lograr un

crecimiento sostenible. Estas prácticas hacen que las empresas estén mejor preparadas

para atraer inversiones y mejorar su acceso a nuevos mercados. Esta voluntad de

cumplimiento se ve incentivada en cierta medida, con el fortalecimiento del marco

legislativo para el gobierno corporativo, el refuerzo de la capacidad institucional, y una

mayor concienciación de los beneficios de las buenas prácticas de gobierno corporativo.

Los abogados con su papel de consejero apoyan al cliente a conseguir un mayor

rendimiento (a través de mejores procesos de toma de decisiones, control de riesgos,

eficiencia operativa, evaluaciones).


Latin American Cafe

El reto global del buen gobierno corporativo y la ética empresarial

26 Mayo 2016, Barcelona

Las empresas, al expandirse internacionalmente, se enfrentan a retos regulatorios y culturales que afectan a sus principios de gobierno corporativo. Sin embargo los consejos de

administración y las juntas directivas cada vez más entienden la importancia de crear prácticas

empresariales éticas y sostenibles.

Un grupo de abogados de empresas con experiencia internacional, junto con abogados expertos de

despachos lideres en España, Perú, Chile y México se reunirán para debatir los siguientes temas:

¿Cuál es la estructura típica de las sociedades y sus juntas de gobierno, para empresas que se asientan en 1.

América Latina, cuál es la tendencia en sus países para compañías que invierten en los mismos (inversión

directa, fusiones o adquisiciones)?

¿Cómo prepararse para invertir en América Latina? Qué aspectos se deben tener en cuenta al llevar a 2.

cabo una inversión?

¿Están preparados los consejos de administración y las juntas directivas para cumplir las demandas que 3.

exige el compliance internacional, cuando se opera en mercados de alto riesgo? ¿Es suficiente con tener la

pauta marcada desde los niveles superiores de la empresa (“tone at the top”)? ¿Qué mecanismos pueden

ponerse en funcionamiento si eres un accionista minoritario?

¿Cómo pueden los asesores legales y/o los secretarios de consejo gestionar mejor las diferencias 4.

culturales y regulatorias en el momento de abrir mercados internacionalmente? ¿Cómo pueden las

empresas adaptar las políticas y modelos de contratos de la casa matriz a la realidad del mercado local?

¿Está cambiando el papel de los asesores legales y los secretarios de consejo para cumplir con exigencias 5.

normativas globales? ¿Cuál es la experiencia en los mercados ibérico y latinoamericano?

Time3.30pm-5.00pm Incluye café

VenueSede del Grupo Planeta Av Diagonal 662-664 Barcelona

Plazas limitadas. Si tiene interés en asistir a esta sesión contacte con [email protected]

Con la colaboracion de:

Vienna Miami San José Rio de Janeiro Barcelona New York Madrid Washington DC Bogota Mexico City

Total merger and acquisition volume in Latin America and the Caribbean rose 14 percent so far

in 2016, compared with the same period a year ago, to $26 billion, according to data compiled by

Bloomberg. This rise comes after total M&A volume in 2015 dropped 28 percent $130.4 billion,

the data show. The same report pointed out to a new wave of debt restructuring across Latin

America driving deal-making as companies find no other way to obtain cash. Recession, political

instability and falling commodity and oil prices make it difficult for companies to generate cash

flow so asset sales are required.


M&A involving distressed companies in Latin America: risky business or opportunity?

9 June 2016, New York, USA

Navigating the perfect storm of recession, instability and falling commodity prices, will make

Latin American companies and their advisors reconsider how best to sail ahead

This session brings together leading partners from The Latin

American Lawyer series, general counsel and key partners at

international law firms in NY to discuss the following topics:Is restructuring/bankruptcy a quick fix? What are the risks? How

• about filing in the US?Is private equity investment the safest bet for distressed

• companies?What´s the risk for countries and companies receiving investment

• flows from China and sovereign wealth funds?Which sectors offer safer harbour for investors?

•

What are the Best practices in managing conflict arising from

• distressed companies. A spotlight on dispute resolution.

VenueSkadden 4 Times Square New York

PanelEduardo Lopez, Partner Rodrigo, Elias & Medrano Hernando Padilla, Partner Philippi, Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría

Jaime Carey, Senior partner Carey Mariel Creo, Corporate & Investment Banking and Capital Markets Origination Legal, Citigroup Global Market Paola Lozano, Partner Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom and Affiliates

This event is by invitation only. If you are interested to attend please

contact [email protected]

In cooperation with:

When doing business in Latin America – particularly in relation to large projects –

investors and business leaders are always aware of imminent changes in the political

climate. The opportunities for companies are clear, but come election time and with a new

government in place, whether at a local, regional or national level, there is a potential for

challenges to existing projects. There might be a period where companies are scrutinised,

or even suspected of misconduct when winning contracts linked to projects, services and/

or suppliers related to previous administrations. What can companies do to guarantee

those contracts and projects? Is there a risk that a contract was won unlawfully?This session will present a hypothetical case in which a project could be potentially

threatened in order to provoke a lively debate of ideas. The aim is to provide a

diverse set of tools for compliance officers and in house counsel so they will be

prepared to assess and act when challenges arise.


When elections impact on compliance in Latin America

Monday, 2 November, Miami


The session will bring together a group of leading Miami-based General Counsel

and Compliance officers from companies with business interest in the Latin

American region to address the challenge of reducing risk in times of change.

Discussion topics include:

Public procurement in Latin America: Are companies crossing red-lines to

• close the deal? How best to create “healthy” procedures to win projects in Latin

AmericaHow to transfer the culture of compliance to employees at all levels. A special

• focus on understanding risk in internal control and prevention systems as well as

consistent disciplinary measures and crisis management.Global regulation and FCPA enforcement in Latin America – recent developments

• and practical aspects to consider when managing risk from outside the region.

Time: 4.00 pm - 6.00 pm Venue:1111 Brickell Avenue, Suite 2500, Miami, FL 33131

Speakers

Alejandro Nino Royal & Sun AllianceFernando Gonzalez Basham, Ringe & Correa John J Delionado Hunton & Williams Jose Alfredo Arce CitigroupJuan C Enjamio Hunton & Williams

The event is open to in-house counsel, compliance officers and other business leaders.

This seminar is free and will be followed by a drinks reception. As the space is limited we will register on a first-come-first-served basis. Please email

[email protected] to secure your place and to receive further details.

The Latin American region offers interesting opportunities for development and market expansion of multinationals.

For decades companies have established their subsidiaries in the region or developed businesses acquiring

or merging with local companies. Therefore the role of the General Counsel has became more strategic and

demanding as it needs to oversee the legal risks of the regionwhere they do business while respecting the

corporate culture from their original headquarters.

The hyper-regulation in compliance is increasing the pressure for General Counsel and the key is now to focus on

developing efficient structures to respond to the company needs fast but preventing risks. Business cannot stop,

but compliance processes need to be in place.

Regional business across Central America is often managed from a hub in Costa

Rica where the lead counsel is also based.This is most noticeable when we talk about

multinationals. That is why the Latin American Lawyer series of Iberian Lawyer, is

taking this opportunity to host a session in Costa Rica where General Counsel and

external lawyers will jointly work on the best way to coordinate teams to reduce risk

across Central America.

The methodology will be informal and interactive, looking to exchange experiences

and best practice. A case study will be given in groups and will allow the selected

participants to work with a moderator, whom will present the case and help make

decisions and follow procedures.


Latin American Cafe

Managing risk & integrating compliance with an

international business strategy in Central America

Tuesday, 16 February 2016The view from the Costa Rican hub. Cross-border legal services managed in-house

The objective is to look into topics such as:

What is the ideal team structure required to reduce or manage legal risk in the company? How to

• reach beyond your borders?

What are the key methods to communicate compliance culture internally? Is there an internal

• risk assessment process? Are Board members aware of the biggest risks? How are the Board

members supporting the legal/compliance teams?

What are the key challenges per country in Central America that we need to focus on for 2016.

• Spotlight on dispute resolution during investigations and regional regulatory concerns. How can

• legal teams manage conflict cross-border?

When 16 February

Where:San Jose Costa Rica

These and other topics will be discussed at the session. General Counsel

can attend the session for FREE.

If you are interested and want to received further information please contact

: [email protected]


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