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Puerto Rico > Corporate, commercial and banking Tier 2
The corporate team at ECIJA SBGB leverages the bench strength of its global network to assist multinational corporates, commercial banks, government entities, non-profits and investors across such sectors as real estate, energy, financial services, manufacturing and logistics with day-to-day corporate operations, and high-value, multi-jurisdictional transactions. The firm’s full service covers matters ranging from M&A, joint ventures, corporate finance and estate planning to corporate governance and tax exemptions, as well as filings, reporting and regulatory compliance. The team is headed by managing partner Fernando Berio, who brings expertise to real estate pre-development activities, tax credit equity procurement and deal negotiation. Jorge Fernandez-Reboredo specialises in corporate advice and compliance monitoring, as well as real estate M&A at the retail and distribution level. The practice is supported by senior associate Milimar Landrón-Acevedo, who assists with the drafting of legal memoranda, contracts, agreements and opinions, utilising a background in risk management.Practice head(s):
Fernando Berio; Jorge Fernández-Reboredo
Key clients
The Michaels Organization
Banco Popular de Puerto Rico
PRISA
Hispanic Housing Development
Acruva Capital Partners
Bahia Apartments
Montblanc PR Associates
Luis Ayala Colón & Sucres
New Fortress Energy
Aon Risk Solutions of Puerto Rico
Anthony Veder Group
GeneraPR
Caribe Pharmacy Management
IOR Partners
Aspen Surgical Puerto Rico
IQTek Solutions Puerto Rico
Capitol Bridge
Energeólica de Puerto Rico
Money Group
Work highlights
- Facilitated access of New Fortress Energy to international markets to acquire capital for the development of infrastructure facilities and a micro fuel handling facility for liquified natural gas in the Port of San Juan.
- Guided The Michaels Organization through establishing operations in Puerto Rico and identifying opportunities for the development subdivision.
- Engaged to represent Caribe Pharmacy Management in the acquisition of the assets and operations of a locally owned retail pharmacy chain.
Puerto Rico > Labour and employment Tier 2
The labour and employment team at ECIJA SBGB brings expertise to advising local start-ups and multinational corporates including Coca-Cola, across the food and beverages, construction, medical devices, financial services, insurance, automotive and manufacturing sectors, on a wide range of matters, including the designing of company policy, regulatory compliance, collective bargaining negotiations, arbitration and high-stakes litigation involving claims of wrongful termination, discrimination, and retaliation. The team also assists with employee leave, disability accommodation requests and wage-and-hour issues. The group is led by office founding members Antonio García Ramírez, who assists clients with employee terminations, employee discipline, reductions in force and internal investigations; Jaime Sanabria Montañez, who, in addition to labour law, specialises in privacy and data protection; and Enrique del Cueto, who handles single-plaintiff and multi-plaintiff litigation, at all stages. Another key figure is Anfranz Vázquez Bragan, who, alongside managing labour disputes, focuses on employment issues in the sports and entertainment area.Practice head(s):
Antonio García Ramírez; Jaime Sanabria Montañez; Enrique del Cueto
Testimonials
‘First-class professionals.‘
‘They describe to the client the entire process that is going to happen, step by step. They also explain the laws that apply to the cases in a concise and easily understandable way.‘
‘Highly responsive team that has excellent leadership at the partner level with competent, organised and diligent associate and paralegal assistance where necessary.‘
‘Advice and counsel from this firm is both practical and up to speed with local and external market dynamics. They are incredibly responsive and work within budgetary constraints when necessary. Jaime Sanabria is a thought leader regarding labour and employment law in the local market.‘
Key clients
Coca-Cola (Caribbean Refrescos)
Pep Boys- Manny, Moe & Jack of Puerto Rico
Abarca Health/Abarca Technologies
Puerto Rico Science, Technology, and Research Trust
Kelly Services
Aireko Construction
Amerijet International
Aspen Surgical
Boys and Girls Club of Puerto Rico
Vieques Air Link
Mapei
Toperbee (Pearl Vision)
King Uniforms and Industrial Laundry
Xpert’s
OneTrust International
China District Puerto Rico (Chinatown and More)
Triple-S Management Corporation
Farmacias Rey (Pharmacare)
Westcare Foundation
Generali
Work highlights
- Successfully defended Kelly Services against a claim filed for alleged unfair dismissal and pregnancy discrimination under various local and federal laws.
- Successfully defended Triple-S Salud against a claim before the Department of Labour Conciliation and Arbitration Bureau, where it was alleged the disciplinary action imposed by Triple-S Salud should not proceed and must be revoked.
- Defended Pep Boys against a high-value claim.
Puerto Rico > Real estate, hospitality and leisure Tier 3
The team at ECIJA SBGB leverages the bench strength of its global network to assist domestic financial institutions, national and multinational developers, and corporates across such sectors as energy, transport and digital media on a diverse range of matters related to high-value real estate transactions, from mixed financing structures, due diligence, lease agreements and notarial services to complex procurement processes and tax matters. The practice is jointly led by managing partner Fernando Berio, who handles pre-development activities, tax credit equity procurements and deal negotiations, and Jorge Fernandez-Reboredo, who specialises in the energy sector and real estate regulatory compliance.Practice head(s):
Fernando Berio; Jorge Fernández-Reboredo
Key clients
The Michaels Organization
Prisa
Hispanic Housing Development Corporation
Acruva Capital Partners
Bahia Apartments
Montblanc PR Associates
Aon Risk Solutions of Puerto Rico
Money Group
CIC Construction Group
Luis A. Ayala Colón & Sucres
Dorado Tech Park
Work highlights
- Assisted Luis A. Ayala Colón & Sucres, a family-owned transportation business in Puerto Rico, with the negotiation of 30-year lease agreement with the Puerto Rico government for the operation of the international shipping facility in San Juan at an estimated value of $90m.
- Providing ongoing support to The Michaels Organization (TMO) following the procurement process related to the award for the development of the Los Alamos Public Housing site, a mixed-finance project.
- Assisted Hispanic Housing Development Corporation (HHDC) with acquiring its first multifamily, HUD-assisted housing project in Puerto Rico.
Puerto Rico > Dispute resolution and bankruptcy Tier 4
The disputes group at ECIJA SBGB provides a full service, leveraging the bench strength of its global network to assist clients with arbitration and administrative, civil and commercial litigation. Experienced labour litigators and office founding members Jaime Sanabria Montañez and Antonio García Ramírez are key contacts.ECIJA SBGB > Firm Profile
With over 20 years of experience, we have positioned ourselves as one of the best multidisciplinary and independent firms in the Ibero-American market, as accredited by the most prestigious international directories, offering comprehensive legal services regarding regulatory compliance and information security.
With headquarters in Spain, Portugal, Colombia, Chile, Nicaragua, Argentina Panamá, Costa Rica, Honduras, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, El Salvador, Mexico, Ecuador, Brazil and Puerto Rico, ECIJA has a multidisciplinary team of over 900 professionals, with exceptional experience in their areas of specialisation, enabled to work in different jurisdictions, with extensive knowledge of the different sectors and international markets.
In addition, in 2019, the Firm signed the largest strategic agreement between a Spanish firm and a Chinese firm, through a joint venture with the fourth largest law firm in China, Grandall Law Firm, resulting in the creation of its own China Desk in its Madrid headquarters and the consolidation of a hub between Asia, Iberia and Latin America bringing together more than 3,500 lawyers in 18 countries in a total of 57 offices.
ECIJA, after merging with Sanabria Bauermesiter Garcia & Berio (SBGB LLC), now opens its first office in Puerto Rico and its 20th at the international level. ECIJA SBGB will be led by Jaime L. Sanabria Montañez, Antonio L. García Ramírez, Fernando L. Berio Muñiz and Jorge Alberto Fernández Reboredo. The partners along with their team of lawyers will handle all the corporate counseling practice in Puerto Rico. This strategic partnership also represents the beginning of ECIJA’s law practice in the United States of America.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing Partner | Jaime Sanabria | [email protected] | +787 300 3200 |
Partner | Enrique del Cueto | [email protected] | +787 300 3200 |
Partner | Jorge A. Fernández-Reboredo | [email protected] | +787 300 3200 |
Partner | Fernando Berio | [email protected] | +787 300 3200 |
Partner | Antonio L. García | [email protected] | +787 300 3200 |
Partner | Anfranz N. Vázquez | [email protected] | +787 300 3200 |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Fernando Berio | Partner | View Profile | |
Jorge Fernandez-Reboredo | Partner | View Profile | |
Jaime Sanabria Montañez | Partner | View Profile | |
Antonio García Ramírez | Partner | View Profile | |
Anfranz Vázquez | Partner | View Profile |
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ECIJA SBGB is led by Jaime L. Sanabria Montañez, Antonio L. García Ramírez, Fernando L. Berio Muñiz and Jorge Alberto Fernández Reboredo. The partners along with their team of lawyers will handle all the corporate counseling practice in Puerto Rico. This strategic partnership also represents the beginning of ECIJA’s law practice in the United States of America.
ECIJA SBGB particularly stands out for advising private equity firms and local and multinational companies in connection with public infrastructure projects, especially in the energy, housing and transportation sectors. Commercial banks, government entities and non-profit organisations are also important clients for the team. The group is led by Fernando Berio, who has significant experience in the real estate and tax fields. Jorge Fernandez-Reboredo is an ‘outstanding partner’; he focuses on business law matters, mergers, acquisitions, energy and infrastructure projects, and commercial litigation.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Managing Partner | Jaime Sanabria | [email protected] | T: +787 300 3200 |
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