Baker McKenzie provides a comprehensive compliance offering that includes coverage of internal investigations and associated criminal proceedings, risk assessments around clients’ exposure to fraud and corruption charges under criminal and administrative law, corporate compliance programme design and implementation, and compliance training. Cross-border matters are a particularly active area of work for the practice, which can draw on the expertise of the global network of its parent firm to cover international regulations, such as the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and UK Bribery Act, for Argentine clients. The practice is led by well-known life sciences lawyer Maria Vanina Caniza, who also has a strong record in compliance and investigations work; and criminal law veteran Fernando Goldaracena, an expert in anti-corruption and compliance matters, as well as financial and cybersecurity crime. Nicolas Servente, who focuses on litigation and internal investigations, is the main contact at the associate level.
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Testimonials
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‘A highly experienced team in compliance issues with global coverage, which is particularly relevant for managing cross-border investigations. Their lawyers are strong technically and used to managing complex cases and clients.'
‘In-depth knowledge of US and European regulations on compliance. Most of the lawyers on the team have studied or worked abroad and can offer an international perspective.’
‘A team that takes the time to understand a client's specific situation and find the appropriate solution for that circumstance.’
‘Fernando Goldaracena's contribution is outstanding. He shows technical excellence, leadership, commitment and a strong focus on customer service.’
Key clients
- Bausch & Lomb
- Biogen
- WSA
- Novo Nordisk
- Federal Express
- Denso
- Karl Storz Endoscopia
- Yara
- Verallia Argentina
- Nu Skin Enterprises
Work highlights
- Provides Biogen with periodic advice on legislative trends, lawmakers' agendas, and the enforcement environment.
- Assists WSA with reviews of contractual relationships to assess compliance with local anti-corruption laws.
- Advising Federal Express on a review and adaptation of its code of conduct and compliance policies to align with guidelines published by local anti-corruption authorities.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Maria Vanina Caniza
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Maria Vanina Caniza; Fernando Goldaracena