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Global Guide 2024 : Latin America - International Counsel
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Miller & Chevalier takes practical approaches to problem solving in Latin America. We understand that complex compliance and investigations challenges in the region demand recognized counsel with experience on the ground. Our leading Latin America practice uniquely combines substantive know-how with local cultural fluency.
Our practitioners include more than 20 attorneys with deep experience in Latin America, the majority of whom speak Spanish or Portuguese fluently, and many who have lived and worked in the region for extended periods of time.
Miller & Chevalier has worked on many of the largest corruption, fraud, and other compliance matters in critical markets like Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Chile, and Peru. With frequent presence in Central America and the Caribbean as well, our team understands local particularities, spanning from the U.S.-Mexico border to the Southern Cone. Our attorneys have led in-house legal and compliance departments for the Americas for major global corporations and investigated misconduct in the region as prosecutors for the U.S. government and as investigators for the World Bank and Inter-American Development Bank (IDB).
Chambers Review
Miller & Chevalier Chartered boasts a heavy-hitting international department with an exceptional track record of representing both companies and individuals in an array of Latin American corporate criminal matters. The legal team routinely assists clients with complex internal investigations, in addition to external cases headed by the DOJ and SEC. Miller & Chevalier Chartered also has first-rate expertise in compliance matters, benefiting from unmatched experience serving as compliance monitors in regional FCPA enforcement settlements.
Strengths
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"Miller & Chevalier has the best team for matters and investigations concerning Latin America."
"The team are incredibly responsive and accommodating at all levels, from junior associates to the most senior partners. If I have an urgent issue, I know that I am in good hands."
"Miller & Chevalier has the best team for matters and investigations concerning Latin America."
"The team are incredibly responsive and accommodating at all levels, from junior associates to the most senior partners. If I have an urgent issue, I know that I am in good hands."
Notable Practitioners
Experienced practitioner Matteson Ellis is held in the highest esteem for his handling of high-profile FCPA investigations and compliance matters, in addition to internal inquests across Latin America.
"Matteson Ellis delivers a high-level legal service. He is very sophisticated and dedicated, and possesses very good legal judgement."
"Matteson is a highly experienced, considerate and committed lawyer. His eye for detail, methodical approach and pragmatic nature combine to make him an effective and trusted adviser."
James Tillen possesses a wealth of experience in anti-corruption investigations across Latin America, and regularly advises companies on those conducted internally as well as by the DOJ and SEC.
"James Tillen is easy to work with. He has deep knowledge about his clients' businesses and realities, and is very well regarded."
Knowledgeable practitioner Jeffrey Lehtman benefits from his considerable experience acting on high-profile internal and government investigations across several Latin American jurisdictions.
"Jeffrey Lehtman's service level and availability are exceptional. He can always be counted on to be present and available to support his clients."
Alejandra Montenegro Almonte conducts internal investigations for a number of sizeable entities across a range of industries, including food and beverages and technology. Her practice encompasses numerous Latin American jurisdictions.
"Alejanda Montenegro Almonte is very well versed in Latin American matters. She has experience on the ground, as well as very good legal judgement."
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