BLP

Dispute Resolution

Director

Fernando Zelada is Director of BLP in Guatemala, specializing in Dispute Resolution. He has provided legal counsel in defense of rights both in writing and orally before judicial and administrative authorities in various legal areas such as Civil, Commercial, Labor, and Administrative Litigation, among others. He also participates in the drafting and authorization of public deeds and private contracts according to the client’s needs and the nature of the legal business. With 32 years of experience, Fernando has acted ethically and in compliance with Guatemalan laws, including adhering to anti-corruption standards such as the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). He joined BLP in 2023.

Spanish

Guatemalan Bar Association  International Bar Association: Member 

Bachelor´s degree in Social Sciences, Lawyer and Notary Public, USAC 1991.  Diploma for completing the Executive Program of Legal Aspects of International Business at INCAE, sponsored by Georgetown Law School, Managua, Nicaragua, 2003.  Master of Civil Law and Civil Procedure, USAC 2004-2005.  Master of Environmental Law, USAC 2016-2017.