BLP‘s compliance team acts for a sizeable portfolio of prestigious local and international companies throughout Central America, South America and Mexico, demonstrating industry-specific expertise across the public infrastructure, telecoms, financial services, pharmaceuticals, retail and real estate sectors, among others. The firm is frequently called upon to advise multinational companies on the drafting and review of compliance programmes, including adapting existing global policies to local regulations, in addition to providing training to clients worldwide and representing clients in global compliance investigations. The multidisciplinary team is well equipped to assist with the full spectrum of anti-bribery and corruption, antitrust, anti-money laundering, consumer protection, data privacy and environmental compliance policies, with a strong emphasis on compliance protocols relating to public sector contracts. At the helm, Juan Carlos Tristán is highly experienced in advising on internal investigation, training and the implementation of ethics and anti-corruption programmes in Central America and Mexico, while Uri Weinstok brings to bear significant expertise in competition, data privacy and consumer protection compliance matters. The team also includes Andrés López, who focuses on anti-money laundering compliance; former public defender and experienced litigator Alejandro Rojas; and directors Luis Palacios and León Weinstok, who assist with environmental, and data protection and consumer protection matters, respectively.

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Testimonials

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  • They stand out for their availability, patience, knowledge, and excellence.
  • Attention to detail
  • I would like to highlight the excellent attention and management of matters by Fabián Osorio.
  • The team provides a fast and high-quality response, aimed at resolving the requested issues.

Key clients

  • Microsoft
  • Pfizer
  • Bosch
  • Aspen
  • Globalvia
  • Isthmus
  • Boston Scientific
  • Cuestamoras
  • Siemens
  • Liga Agricola Industrial de la Caña
  • Colgate-Palmolive
  • Laticrete

Work highlights

Advised Globalvia on a global risk assessment, including the implementation of global compliance policies, and acting as external counsel on compliance complaints.
Advised Oracle on the review of its compliance policies in Costa Rica, with a focus on public procurement and interactions with government officials.
Advised Boston Scientific on the drafting and implementation of a compliance protocol aligned with the standards required by Costa Rican public authorities for participation in public procurement processes.

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Practice head

Juan Carlos Tristán; Uri Weinstok