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BLP is known for representing a large number of multinational companies doing business in Central America. As a leader in the mergers and acquisitions field, BLP participates in some of the most important acquisitions, particularly on the buyers and lenders side. Furthermore, BLP has participated in some of the most relevant private equity, venture capital and M&A in the region.
In addition to representing major companies, and major deals, the team is very well positioned, both in the academia and business communities. Most of the practice members teach at prestigious universities, and serve in boards of entities such as the Chamber of Commerce, Chamber of Exports, Chamber of Insurers, Costa Rican Bar Association, well-known NGOs and others. These positions further allow the law firm to offer clients access to business and political intelligence, as well as a larger network for their benefit.
As part of this day to day advice, BLP drafts, reviews and negotiates contracts, terminations and addenda thereto, attends legal consultations on matters related to the operation of the companies on a daily basis; performs all the work related to the shareholders’ and board of director´s meetings and registries, as well as corporate governance matters. The attorneys involved in these matters also coordinate legal counseling with all other practice areas such as labor, intellectual property, consumer protection, insurance and regulatory law, among others.
Chambers Review
BLP is a formidable regional law firm with a distinguished department that is adept across the full spectrum of corporate and M&A matters. The law firm is frequently sought out by eye-catching international clients in the technology, transportation and manufacturing industries to act as counsel on sophisticated cross-border and Costa Rican transactions. The team also deals with corporate restructuring and spin-offs, as well as handling matters pertaining to free trade zones. Simple Management Group and Culligan Water are recent additions to the law firm's impressive client roster.
Work Highlights
- BLP advised Corporación Multi Inversiones (CMI) on the acquisition of Corporación AUG including its poultry plants and farms, production of eggs and cold meats businesses.
Strengths
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"BLP's answers are always business-oriented and show a deep knowledge of the law and industry."
"BLP is amazing at explaining situations and finding fast, high-quality solutions."
"BLP's answers are always business-oriented and show a deep knowledge of the law and industry."
"BLP is amazing at explaining situations and finding fast, high-quality solutions."
Notable Practitioners
Eminent practitioner David Gutiérrez possesses a long-standing reputation in the corporate sphere and is highly respected by observers of the Costa Rican market.
"David Gutiérrez's work is spectacular. He has a creative and innovative legal mind, as well as a very business-oriented approach. He is always accessible."
Well-known partner Eduardo Calderón is well placed to advise on cross-border mandates. He handles large merger and acquisition transactions.
Co-head of the corporate department Adriana Castro continues to enjoy notable market recognition. Her expertise covers acquisitions and corporate structuring.
Partner Luis Manuel Castro assists clients with acquisitions and investment rounds.
"Luis Manuel Castro stands out for the quality of his work."
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Members
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Adelina Villalobos
Adriana Acuña
Andrea González
Andrés Waisleder
Anneth Jiménez
Ariel Leiva
Aurora Solís
Bernardo Van Der Laat
Carlos García
Catalina Soto
Diana Pinchanski
Elia Naranjo
Giancarlo Andreoli
Guillermo Sanabria
Ignacio Alonso
Janelle Christie
José Mario Miranda
Juan Carlos Tristán
Juan José López
Karla González
Kattya Mejías
Lucía Quesada
Luis Herrera
Madeleine Garrón
Magally Guadamuz
Neftalí Garro
Roberto Quintana
Ronald Lachner
Simón Sauvé
Stephanie Garnier
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