Winston & Strawn LLP

Winston & Strawn LLP has a burgeoning commitment to Latin America, including teams dedicated to government investigations, enforcement, compliance and international trade. The firm has deep knowledge of Title III of the Helms-Burton Act relating to the Cuba economic embargo, including compliance advice. It has worked on a series of sanctions matters relating to Cuba and Venezuela, and continues to represent a number of multinationals and Latin American corporates in connection with government and internal investigations. The firm’s nascent offices in Miami and São Paulo have provided further connections into the region and relationships with public and private companies, institutions, professional service organisations, corporate boards and committees, executives, officers, public officials, and other individuals. Abbe Lowell is co-chair of the global investigations, enforcement and compliance practice, and maintains a strong focus on Latin America. Cari Stinebower is chair of the international trade practice and has leading expertise in sanctions against Cuba and Venezuela. New York-based Marcelo Blackburn is also experienced in SEC and DOJ investigations involving Latin American entities. Pamela Davis  has left the firm. Named individuals are based in New York unless stated otherwise. Since publication, Lowell has left the firm - effective as of April 2025.