BLP’s corporate team is regularly the first port of call to advise prominent multinational companies operating in Honduras on complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions. The practice shows particular strength in the technology, telecoms, and energy industries, with extensive experience spanning M&A, corporate reorganisations, and the establishment or closure of operations in the country. José Miguel Álvarez, a noted adviser to clients in regulated sectors, leads the team alongside energy specialist Karla Aguilar. The wider team includes director Roy Zavala, a key contact for regulatory authorisations and antitrust clearances, senior associate Ivis Alvarado, who focuses on corporate, commercial, and banking matters, and associate Alí Ordóñez, a specialist in corporate law and anti-corruption issues. The firm has also implemented an Innovation Commission aimed at enhancing efficiency through new technologies.
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  • 'The team's strengths and skills are unquestionable. I've contacted them outside of work hours, and they've assisted me perfectly. In my case, they were extremely knowledgeable about the sector I work in, and that led to excellent results.'

  • 'What makes them stand out is their availability, organisation, and excellent client service. Their knowledge of business management from a legal perspective is extensive, and that sets them apart.'

  • 'In the specific case of our company, BLP is the law firm that always seeks to provide us with the best solutions and support in making legal decisions regarding the company's corporate affairs. They thoroughly analyse each case we consult with them about and provide quality advice.'
  • 'The BLP team in Honduras have excellent expertise and they are very diligent. They are outstanding in their response and resolution times.'
  • 'The availability and extensive knowledge demonstrated by Ivis Alvarado and Alí Ordoñez are what I would like to highlight most. I also really like José Miguel Álvarez's willingness to adapt to our budget and always take his client into consideration.'
  • 'I really like that they always provide specialised advice focused on my business. A very strong point is their ability to respond in a timely manner and adapt to my schedule.'

Key clients

  • JCDecaux
  • Santander US Capital Markets LLC and Citigroup Global Markets Inc.
  • Emasal De Honduras
  • Comercializadora de Productos Farmaceuticos y de Consumo S.A. de C.V.
  • United Parcel Service Co

Work highlights

Provided comprehensive legal counsel to JCDecaux as it acquired a 70% majority stake in IMC, a prominent out-of-home advertising company operating across Central America, Colombia, and Panama.
Advised Comercializadora de Productos Farmaceuticos y de Consumo on the corporate dissolution process.
Advised Santander US Capital Markets LLC and Citigroup Global Markets Inc. on the Republic of Honduras’ first sovereign green sustainable bond issuance.

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Practice head

José Miguel Álvarez; Karla Aguilar