Mayora & Mayora, S.C. leverages its full-service model and the support of its offices throughout the Northern Triangle region of Central America to provide comprehensive advice to clients ranging from local family-owned businesses to major multinationals. Combining ‘excellent knowledge of local requirements' with ’a good understanding of international practices', the team is well equipped to handle multi-jurisdictional mandates, assisting with M&A (including both deals in the region and in Latin America more widely), corporate reorganisations, joint ventures, divestments and the incorporation of the Guatemalan subsidiaries of international companies. Additionally, the firm has an active practice advising on local compliance and corporate governance issues. Sandra Castillo leads the practice, with a strong record of assisting multinational clients with M&A, restructurings and compliance, while banking head Claudia Pereira, Rafael Briz (an expert in administrative, labour and energy matters) and managing partner Eduardo Mayora are also key names at top level. They are ably assisted by senior associates Ana Cristina Garita and María de la Concepción Villeda and associate Sheyla Vargas.
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‘Excellent knowledge of local requirements and trends, with a good understanding of international practices and the standards of global companies.’
‘Ana Cristina Garita stands out for her attention to detail and excellent client service.’
‘Their knowledge of the client's line of business allows them to provide a personalised service.’
‘The work was excellent. At all times they were very professional. We had the opportunity to work with a diverse team that did labour, environmental, tax, IP and corporate law. Their service was diligent and they made us feel protected by their advice. They always advocated for the client and, when necessary, took a strong position with the other party. I would recommend their services to anyone interested in participating in an M&A transaction in Guatemala.’
‘Sandra Castillo was our point of contact. She coordinated the team internally and always paid attention to ensuring that the firm provided the best service. Other members of the team were Sheyla Vargas and Ana Cristina Garita. The team was very cordial and helped us understand the point of view of the Guatemalan executive and map the risks for a foreign investor. They were all very attentive and diligent.’
‘The Mayora team stands out in the corporate field for offering solutions focused on the interests of the client and its knowledge of the client's business, an aspect that makes it much superior compared to teams from other firms.’
‘The team stands out for its availability and promptness in responding to any query, reviewing the different points of view, including those of the company's internal staff, in order to achieve the best result for the benefit of the company.'
'Eduardo Mayora stands out for his ability to analyse and summarise problems, and Rafael Briz for his great charisma in managing strategic situations and great ability to relate to both the authorities and the high-level executives of large groups.’
Key clients
- Eductrade
- Sampol
- Iprocel
- Incatema
- Zaimella del Ecuador
- Amway Global
- Diageo North America
- Payless Shoesource
- Chevron
- Halliburton
Work highlights
- Advised Amspec Group on the due diligence and acquisition of a company with operations in 13 countries in Latin America.
- Advised Grupo Montecristo on the purchase of three Guatemalan companies in the petroleum and derivatives industry.
- Advised Halliburton on its incorporation and capitalisation in Guatemala.
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Sandra Castillo