Latin Lawyer 250 praised Reed Smith for its rapid ascent in the Latin American legal market, highlighting the firm’s “market-leading practice” and its ability to combine “highly specialized local knowledge with the broader perspective of a global firm.” The publication noted that Reed Smith’s Latin American arbitration offering is “highly regarded by clients and competitors alike,” and that the firm’s deep bench of talent has brought it notable success in both disputes and transactional work.
The following Reed Smith lawyers were recognized in Latin Lawyer 250, in order of appearance.
- Francisco Rivero (Houston): As head of Reed Smith’s Latin America practice group, Rivero brings high levels of experience and knowledge to the firm’s regional disputes and arbitration work. He is known for his strategic approach and deep understanding of cross-border matters.
- Francisco Rodriguez (Miami): Recently appointed managing partner of Reed Smith’s Miami office, Rodriguez is integral to the firm’s Latin American disputes practice. He represents multinational clients in the energy, infrastructure, biotech and financial sectors.
- José Astigarraga (Miami): Widely considered one of the top arbitration practitioners in Latin America, Astigarraga is recognized for his leadership in international arbitration and multi-jurisdictional litigation. He is a recipient of Latin Lawyer’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
- Ed Mullins (Miami): A prominent Floridian lawyer, Mullins has played a key role in the firm’s arbitration and litigation cases across Latin America. He is known for his leadership and deep experience in international disputes.
- Felipe Berer (Miami): Admitted to practice in both the U.S. and Brazil, Berer leads on matters for Brazilian clients, particularly in disputes. His dual qualification and cultural fluency make him a trusted advisor for cross-border matters.
- Gilberto Guerrero-Rocca (Miami): A foreign legal consultant, Guerrero-Rocca brings valuable insight into Latin American legal systems to the firm’s disputes work.
- Clément Fouchard (Paris): Fouchard has significant experience representing French companies in Brazil and advising Brazilian companies on their European operations.
- Efren Acosta (Houston): A key M&A partner, Acosta focuses on transactions in Latin America, especially in the manufacturing and oil services sectors. He is fluent in Spanish and is known for his proficiency in transactions.
- Lee Ann Dillon (New York): Dillon handles banking and finance transactions involving Latin America, providing clients with sophisticated advice on cross-border financial matters.
Reed Smith’s Latin American practice
Reed Smith’s Latin American practice is anchored in Houston and Miami, with key partners in New York and Paris, and is supported by the firm’s global network of more than 30 offices. The firm is recognized for its work in high-profile arbitrations, complex cross-border transactions, and major litigation matters, including representing the Panama Canal Authority and advising on significant M&A deals in the region.