Corporate/M&A
Latin America Guide 2025 : International Counsel
Band 1
Chambers Review
Global powerhouse Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton has a deep bench of expert lawyers experienced in handling some of the most sophisticated corporate transactions in Latin America. The team provides trusted counsel to prestigious corporations and private equity funds engaging in complex public and private mergers and acquisitions, advising on the transfer of controlling and minority stakes. Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton also assists with corporate restructuring matters and joint venture formation. The M&A practice group benefits from its profound expertise in matters concerning the telecommunications, finance and automotive sectors.
Work Highlights
- Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton provided assistance to Ontex with the sale of its Mexican business activities and related exports to certain regional markets, to Softys. The matter was valued at EUR285 million.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton are incredibly tuned into the strategic needs of our company.They ask the right questions to unearth problems and ensure key issues are addressed."
"Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton is one of the best law firms I have worked with. They provide very solid analysis and recommendations, in a fast and accurate manner."
"Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton are incredibly tuned into the strategic needs of our company.They ask the right questions to unearth problems and ensure key issues are addressed."
"Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton is one of the best law firms I have worked with. They provide very solid analysis and recommendations, in a fast and accurate manner."
Notable Practitioners
Stellar practitioner Chantal Kordula earns solid recognition for her admired expertise in M&A transactions across Latin America. She routinely handles complex, cross-border work on behalf of a notable clientele.
"Chantal Kordula is one of the best lawyers and nicest persons I have ever worked with. She is extremely smart, pleasant, and allows both sides to be comfortable which enables successful negotiations."
"Chantal Kordula is an amazing lawyer who is knowledgeable, smart and hard working. She is a problem solver who is quick to act."
Distinguished partner Jeffrey Lewis is regularly sought out for his exceptional regional expertise, especially in matters concerning the Chilean and Colombian markets. He acts at the forefront of the corporate and M&A space, regularly advising industry giants on sophisticated M&A transactions and joint venture formation.
"Jeffrey Lewis is an extremely capable lawyer who provides precise and commercially aware legal advice and work products."
"Jeffrey Lewis has impressive knowledge and provides creative solutions to complex situations."
Francesca Odell excels at representing both corporate clients and private equity funds in sophisticated cross-border deals involving Latin American jurisdictions. Along with her corporate practice, partner Francesca Odell also draws recognition for her expertise in the capital markets arena.
"Francesca Odell is excellent in navigating through our most complex corporate governance issues."
Juan Giráldez remains active assisting notable international clients with a range of complex corporate transactions across industries. He is particularly knowledgeable of matters involving key Latin American jurisdictions.
"Juan Giráldez provides unique local and international knowledge, addressing the client's demands in complex transactions."
Ranked Lawyers at
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
International Counsel