Dentons utilises its vast global network of firms to assist multinational corporates and regional companies on their expansion either internationally or in El Salvador, with a workload encompassing everything from restructuring corporate governance to commercial agreements, often loan agreements. Daniel Martínez heads up the team, an experienced corporate transactions lawyer with ‘unique knowledge of Salvadoran law, as well as the regional and global economic landscape’, which is leveraged to work on cross-border M&A. Associate Alessandra Castillo, noted for her ‘client service and proactivity’, is emblematic of the group’s prowess in fintech, often counting cryptocurrency currencies as key clients. Senior associate David Aguilar displays expertise in regulatory matters and public procurement processes.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team has incredible synergy. They are incredibly interconnected, providing unique and multidisciplinary solutions.'
- 'They always go the extra mile and don't limit themselves to simply answering our questions.'
- ‘Daniel Martinez has unique knowledge of Salvadoran law, as well as the regional and global economic landscape, providing solutions rather than simple answers. Alessandra Castillo's client service and proactivity make her unique.'
- ‘Dentons champions best practices in every sense. Its partners are strategic in legal matters and provide significant support in various consultations. Compared to other firms, it covers many technical legal aspects to support the company.'
- ‘Good knowledge, response times, analysis and dynamism in the team.'
Key clients
- International Finance Corporation (IFC)
- Tether
- MSC
- Maersk
- Grupo Bancolombia
- Starbucks
- United Airlines
- Huawei
- Telefonica
Work highlights
Advised Tether on the digital use of traditional currencies for successfully relocating its headquarters to El Salvador, and obtaining and receiving approval to be licensed as a Digital Assets Service Provider (DASP).
Advised Grupo Arquero on vertical homes and boutique shopping malls, including matters related to the purchase of a land to be developed into an apartment complex, and the legal process for a loan to finance the project for a total amount of $8m.
Advised Zettahash on the due diligence process of a local company for the corporate good standing of a potential borrower for a $11m loan.
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Leading associates
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David Aguilar
Practice head
Daniel Martínez