Financial regulation makes up the core of Brum Costa Abogados‘ banking and finance practice. The team regularly advises on new regulations and compliance and excels in obtaining licences before the Central Bank of Uruguay. Anti-money laundering and terrorist financing are other specialist areas of expertise; it advises banks, stockbrokers and investment advisors on internal AML and CFT (combating the financing of terrorism) policies and procedures. Practice head Leonardo Costa has specialised expertise in AML regulations. He is regularly involved in the drafting of regulations and counts public entities among his clients. Sofia Milsev brings extensive regulatory experience to the team and is active in proceedings before the Central Bank of Uruguay. At the associate level, Juan Cabrera is praised by clients, alongside Juan Diana, who also specialises in AML and CFT matters, as well as advising on the securities market, payment systems and virtual assets.
Testimonials
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‘The firm's banking and financial practice is led by Leonardo Costa, a prominent lawyer in tax and legal matters, who is a reference and is constantly consulted by companies, the government and the press. The Brum Costa firm, hand in hand with its success, has had constant growth. Despite this, the partner remains involved in the issues and remains in close contact with clients, which is notable and a great added value. Despite their growth, they have not lost their agility and speed of response.’
‘Accurate and precise advice, agility in response and closeness to people. Having Leonardo and his team as advisors is a support, not only for the quality of their advice, but for their professionalism and prestige and their people skills.’
Key clients
- HSBC Bank
- Mercado Libre
Work highlights
- Advised BIND and carried out the execution of activities to obtain a securities agent license before the Central Bank of Uruguay.
- Advised More Money Transfers on the opening of new lines of business with local counterparties.