Cross-border M&A is the cornerstone of the practice at corporate powerhouse Aguilar Castillo Love, which is able to leverage its full-service model and regional presence (with additional offices in Bolivia, Ecuador, Panama and Paraguay) to advise a growing roster of international clients on their investments in the Honduran market. The team is also well equipped to act for local companies, assisting with their international expansions and internal restructurings. The energy sector is a core area of expertise, but the team also demonstrates strength in the financial services (particularly fintech) space. Honduras managing partner Enrique Rodríguez Burchard and Juan José Alcerro Milla, who is sought out for antitrust matters, lead the four-partner-strong team, which also includes all-round practitioners Carolina Aguirre Larios and Victor Alejandro Martínez, and associates Ondina María Santos and Leonel Contreras. The firm also has robust D&I and pro bono programmes, including the Proyecto ACL Mujeres initiative which promotes the participation of women in business.
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- 'I would highlight the mastery of the laws in relation to the topics worked on, and the ability to propose creative and innovative solutions.'
- 'We were assisted by Victor Martinez. I would highlight his excellent customer service, dedication and efficiency at work. Also his ability to add value to transactions by protecting his client's interests.'
Key clients
- Hapag-Lloyd
- Mondelez International Holdings
- Capital Square Partners
- Cementos Argos
- Inkia Energy
- Caban Systems
- Grupo Deli
- Fundación Nasser para el Desarrollo Educativo de Centroamérica
- Astra Honduras
- INHESA
Work highlights
- Advised Hapag-Lloyd on the acquisition of the terminal business of SM SAAM in Honduras and Costa Rica, as part of a larger deal in which the client acquired 100% of the shares of SAAM Ports and SAAM Logistics.
- Advised Mondelez on the acquisition of shares in the Mexican entities of Ricolino, a subsidiary of Grupo Bimbo.
- Advising Cementos Argos on the potential acquisition of the Humuya energy project from Hidro Power.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Ondina María Santos
Aguilar Castillo LoveNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Carolina Aguirre Larios
Aguilar Castillo LoveVictor Alejandro Martínez
Aguilar Castillo LovePractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Enrique Rodríguez Burchard, Juan José Alcerro Milla