Our Scope
Latin America's legal environment presents a mosaic of opportunities and challenges alike. At Morgan Lewis, we don't just guide business clients through their commercial ambitions across the continent; we help them define and reshape industries through legal solutions as illustrative and on point as the region's incredible history and nuanced ecosystems.
From the bustling heart of Mexico City to the sophisticated commercial districts of Buenos Aires, Morgan Lewis is valued for legal counsel that parallels the dynamic cadence of Latin American commerce. Our strategic presence in Houston and Miami serves as a cultural and commercial conduit, linking North American legal and commercial insights with Latin American business acumen and cultural fluency. Our record of accomplishment across the region underpins our status as a critical differentiator in the Latin American legal arena.
Our practice is grounded in versatility and a multidimensional understanding of key industry sectors. We guide Latin America-based domestic and international businesses alike through an array of inbound and outbound commercial initiatives, such as:
- M&A and other local and cross-border financing and business transactions
- Tax and regulatory matters across Latin America and beyond
- Conflict resolution, litigation, and arbitration in the United States, Latin America, and around the world
- Investment management, real estate, and labor solutions
- Important energy and telecommunications initiatives
Because the Latin American legal systems can be as diverse as its geography, our practice reflects this rich tapestry. We take pride in:
- Cultivating strong relationships with local and international businesses and regulatory bodies
- Delivering culturally attuned advice that respects regional business practices
- Facilitating seamless communication and legal solutions across countries and jurisdictions
- Marshaling our extensive local networks to catalyze international partnerships and investments
Areas of Focus
Ingenuity is the cornerstone of Brazil’s economic success. Morgan Lewis provides legal solutions that reflect precision in complexity. We effectively analyze complex commercial challenges, identify critical pressure points, and design legal solutions that support measurable results.
- M&A, spinoffs, project finance, capital markets, and restructurings
- Antitrust and FCPA advice, environmental regulations, and international tax optimization
- Technology, media, and intellectual property protection
- Workforce management, immigration, and global mobility solutions
- Local and international litigation and dispute resolution
Morgan Lewis understands the history and laws relating to US policy on Cuba. We guide clients through the emerging opportunities and existing legal and regulatory complexities associated with inbound and outbound commerce.
- Embargos, sanctions, and regulatory compliance
- Opportunity assessments and risk mitigation
- Regulatory monitoring and investigation defense
- Domestic and international litigation and dispute resolution
Our Mexico team brings the highest level of commercial legal savvy and cultural acumen to advising on the many nuances of US-Mexican business. We guide clients through the opportunities and risks that permeate these distinctive and expanding markets.
- OFAC licensing and sanctions compliance
- Cross-border transactions and joint ventures
- Import and export regulations
- Intellectual property protection and monetization
- Domestic and local labor and employment laws
At the crossroads of Caribbean charm and US jurisdiction lie Puerto Rico's distinctive legal and business realms. Our firm navigates this confluence with finesse, delivering tailored legal solutions that harmonize island-specific regulations with international business objectives.
- Labor and employment advice and advocacy before local and federal authorities
- Multilingual legal support for cross-border transactions and other commercial initiatives
- Tactical workforce management, including restructurings and labor relations advice
- Compounded regulatory compliance guidance across various sectors and countries
- Litigation and dispute resolution in partnership with local law firms
Our Team
Thomas C. Mellor
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Felipe Alice
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Carter Brod
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Ethan W. Johnson
Senior Consultant
Ulises R. Pin
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