Baker & McKenzie, S.C. provides clients with comprehensive legal and industry knowledge, representing national and multinational companies and their stakeholders. The team is led by María Eugenia Salazar-Furiati, who handles regulatory matters for national oil companies. Eugenio Hernández-Bretón is noted for his advice to companies within the energy sector. Other key members of the team are newly promoted partner Jesús Villegas and senior associate Héctor Martínez.
Economic regulation in Venezuela
Baker & McKenzie, S.C.
Responsables de la pratique:
María Eugenia Salazar-Furiati
Autres avocats clés:
Eugenio Hernández-Bretón; Jesús Villegas; Héctor Martínez
Principaux clients
C.A. Cigarrera Bigott, Sucs.
Retorna Holdings SpA
Grupo Gloria, S.A
NetUno, S.A.
Confipetrol S.A.S
Kypseli Energy Services, S.A.
Berwind Corporation
Bardinet S.A.
Bank of America
Delivery Hero Panamá, Sucursal Venezuela
Meta
Principaux dossiers
- Provided comprehensive regulatory and economic legislation advice to Bardinet, S.A. applicable to the Venezuelan liquor (rum) sector.
- Advised Retorna Holdings SpA on financial legislation, fintech, and cryptocurrency regulations.
- Advised Delivery Hero, Sucursal Venezuela on the economic regulation laws relevant to implementing coupon and voucher rewards for its clients through the PedidosYa app.
D'Empaire
D'Empaire remains a key player in the economic regulation space, particularly noted for its capabilities in advising pharmaceutical sector clients. The team is regularly called upon to assist with a wide spectrum of regulatory issues, including market entry strategies, import procedures and administrative contracting in Venezuela. The practice is jointly headed by José Valentín González, who has notable experience in compliance matters, and José Humberto Frías, whose focus lies in regulatory law.
Responsables de la pratique:
José Valentín González; José Humberto Frías
Principaux clients
Novartis Venezuela
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Bayer Venezuela
Sanofi-Aventis
Principaux dossiers
Mendoza, Palacios, Acedo, Borjas, Paez Pumar & Cia.
Mendoza, Palacios, Acedo, Borjas, Paez Pumar & Cia. delivers comprehensive guidance across a broad spectrum of regulatory matters, including compliance with economic sanctions, pricing and currency control frameworks, and regulatory obligations in the banking and insurance industries. Carlos Eduardo Acedo Sucre is highly regarded for his expertise in the regulation of insurance and reinsurance entities, while Diego Lepervanche and Luisa Lepervanche are noted for their experience advising clients on navigating the complexities of international sanctions. Manuel Acedo Sucre has an in-depth understanding of various jurisdictions, including Colombia and Central America.
Responsables de la pratique:
Carlos Eduardo Acedo Sucre; Diego Lepervanche; Luisa Lepervanche
Autres avocats clés:
Manuel Acedo Sucre
Principaux clients
Corporación Solsica C.A.
Coca-Cola Servicios
Genia Care, C.A.
Venezuelan-American Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Grupo Bios
Principaux dossiers
- Assisting clients such as Coca-Cola Servicios de Venezuela and Grupo Bios regarding sanitary regulations, including the necessary permits for importing food and animal feed products.
- Assisting Corporación Solsica C.A. with all aspects of the negotiation, documentation, and follow-up on legal matters related to the procurement of critical services and goods in the oil sector.