White & Case LLP

White & Case LLP has deep experience in white-collar criminal defence and investigations in Latin America, primarily through its Miami and Mexico City offices. Along with internal and government investigations, the firm is active in pre-acquisition due diligence, compliance programmes and sanctions-related matters. The Latin America-focused team is also noted for its expertise in the cryptocurrency and fintech field. The group features a number of native Spanish speaking partners, along with other team members. Much of the practice centres on large multinationals and their Latin American subsidiaries; the firm’s Mexico City team is particularly active in compliance programmes for major multinationals. With its strong focus on Mexico, the team is increasingly active in connection with the US government's designation of certain cartels as terrorist organisations. Miami partner Maria Beguiristain focuses on internal investigations, white-collar criminal defence and white-collar crime. Enrique Espejel is co-head of the disputes practice in Mexico and has an extensive record in white-collar defence and compliance programmes. Mexico City’s Fernando García Gómez is another compliance specialist. Michael Garcia left the firm in January 2025.