Economic regulation in Venezuela

Baker & McKenzie, S.C.

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.

Praxisleiter:

María Eugenia Salazar-Furiati


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Eugenio Hernández-Bretón; Jesús Villegas; Héctor Martínez


Kernmandanten

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


Pinterest


Meta


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  • 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.

Praxisleiter:

José Valentín González; José Humberto Frías


Kernmandanten

Novartis Venezuela


Bristol-Myers Squibb


Bayer Venezuela


Sanofi-Aventis


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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.

Praxisleiter:

Carlos Eduardo Acedo Sucre; Diego Lepervanche; Luisa Lepervanche


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Manuel Acedo Sucre


Kernmandanten

Corporación Solsica C.A.


Coca-Cola Servicios


Genia Care, C.A.


Venezuelan-American Chamber of Commerce and Industry


Grupo Bios


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  • 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.