ECIJA
More informationLeveraging the bench strength of offices in 17 countries spanning Central America, Europe and Asia, and working relationships with Magic Circle firms such as Clifford Chance LLP, and bolstered by the firm’s March 2023 alliance with Taylor Wessing, the corporate and M&A team at ECIJA advises major multinationals (including Sanofi) on day-to-day matters and high-value, cross-border transactions. The practice’s services cover matters ranging from M&A, due diligence and corporate governance to commercial contracts and foreign investments. The group’s active client base spans the pharmaceuticals, energy, financial services, consumer goods, e-commerce, tourism, automotive and agrochemicals industries. The team is headed by corporate structure expert Guillermo Zúñiga, who has led the practice for over 20 years, and who brings strength to managing complex distribution schemes and matters involving the real estate and energy sectors. Other key figures include real estate specialist Mercedes Sancho, who brings expertise to advising NGOs and foundations seeking to establish a presence in Costa Rica, and experienced associate Monserrat Soto Roig. Since publication, the firm has also strengthened it global hallmark practice of TMT with the hire of former vice minister Edwin Estrada; previously at the country’s Ministry of Science, Technology and Telecommunication, he joined the firm as of counsel in March 2024.
Testimonials
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‘A very high level of commitment and service, 100% availability and, above all, a very high service capacity.’
'Guillermo Zuñiga's attitude is always professional and friendly.'
‘"Impeccable" is the word to describe the ECIJA team. What distinguishes them is the 360-degree approach with which they address each of the queries that are made to them.'
‘Precise, clear approach and excellent response times for day-to-day queries and more complex issues. Its answers are easy to understand and digest both for lawyers and for the members of the company in the commercial area that are usually involved in the processes. In addition to this, all the firm's lawyers have an enviable disposition. They really are an outstanding firm.'
'They have trained and expert people in our areas of activity. They provide support to meet the needs and queries of our parent company.'
'Guillermo Zúñiga stands out for his personalised and committed service.'
Key clients
- Opella Healthcare - Sanofi
- Conelectricas
- Sunshine Financial
- Toro Energia
- Operation Underground Railroad
- Automercado
- Triple-S Blue
- PedidosYa
Work highlights
- Assisted with the negotiation of a distribution scheme for a newly created company of Sanofi, involving the negotiation of over 20 distribution agreements in different jurisdictions.
- Assisted Conelectricas in the negotiation and drafting of a $35m five-year contract to design, implement and install a new infrastructure project.
- Advised Toro Energia on the negotiation, structuring and drafting of the contractual agreements to close the acquisition of its crypto-mining hosting business.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Guillermo Zúñiga