Corporate Crime & Investigations
Latin America Guide 2025 : International Counsel
Band 2
Contact number
202 662 6000Chambers Review
Covington & Burling enjoys a celebrated international practice group which is well versed in white-collar crime matters pertaining to Latin America. The legal team is experienced in handling internal investigations and anti-corruption due diligence for companies operating in a range of industry sectors. Covington & Burling is particularly well equipped to tackle FCPA enforcement matters.
Work Highlights
- Covington & Burling represented Stanley Black & Decker in an DOJ and SEC investigation pertaining to alleged violations of the FCPA in a variety of Latin American jurisdictions.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Covington and Burling's strengths include their responsiveness and their quality of advice. They take a holistic view of the legal issues."
"Covington and Burling's strengths include their responsiveness and their quality of advice. They take a holistic view of the legal issues."
Notable Practitioners
Veronica Yepez leads Covington & Burling's anti-corruption and investigations practice in Latin America. She boasts impressive experience across several jurisdictions in the region, including Mexico, Colombia and Ecuador.
"Veronica Yepez's knowledge of the issues that you face in Latin America regarding anti-corruption is unmatched. She knows how US law applies and understands what is going on behind the scenes."