Alta Melara & Asociados
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Alta Melara & Asociados leverages its strong domestic expertise alongside support from its regional offices in Guatemala, El Salvador, and Costa Rica to provide comprehensive advice on both local and cross-border M&A transactions. The team demonstrates particular skill in the financial services, automotive, and technology sectors; its most notable recent highlights include advising the purchasers on major acquisitions in the Honduran banking sector and assisting distributors of leading automotive brands with their market entry and expansion strategies. Honduras managing partner Óscar Melara, who has additional capabilities in the competition law aspects of transactions, leads the team alongside Melissa Pastrana, who was promoted to partner in January 2025, and associate Paulette Montoya.
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Testimonials
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‘What makes the Alta Melara law firm special is its diverse range of services.’
‘Our main point of contact is Melissa Pastrana, a highly capable professional who is diligent in handling our requests. She is also accompanied by a team of lawyers who assist us promptly and with a very positive attitude. They stand out in that they deliver what they promise.’
Key clients
- Ubiquity
- Nauffar Germany Doors and Windows, S.A.
Work highlights
Together with the offices in Guatemala and El Salvador, advised Beijing Oriental on the acquisition process of Ovniver Group (Cemix) in all jurisdictions, as well as providing advice on the competition matters related to the transaction.


