Amy Guthrie
Amy Guthrie is Law.com International's Latin America correspondent, based in Mexico City. She covers legal and business issues, including law firms, in-house counsel, and regulatory matters across Latin America. She can be reached at [email protected]
April 03, 2020 | International Edition
Brazil's Antitrust Authority Investigates Alleged Anticompetitive Practices by BayerThe government arm is investigating whether Bayer has engaged in anticompetitive practices in the seed and biotechnology markets.
By Amy Guthrie
2 minute read
April 03, 2020 | Daily Business Review
Chiquita Sued by Nonprofit Alleging Colombians Hurt by Company's 'Campaign of Terror'A new lawsuit alleging Chiquita engaged in a "campaign of terror" is similar to a class action dismissed by a South Florida federal judge.
By Amy Guthrie
3 minute read
April 02, 2020 | International Edition
Nonprofit Files Human Rights Suit Against Banana Giant Chiquita Brands InternationalEarthRights International seeks compensation for more than 200 Colombians who were allegedly tortured or had family members killed by paramilitaries.
By Amy Guthrie
3 minute read
April 02, 2020 | The American Lawyer
Privatization Is Driving Deal Work in Brazil While Latin America Remains CautiousThe region's largest economy should draw an outsize amount of attention in 2020, lawyers say, thanks to pro-business President Jaír Bolsonaro.
By Amy Guthrie
4 minute read
March 31, 2020 | International Edition
Mexico Gives Food and Beverage Companies 6 Months to Comply With New Labeling RequirementsThe industry had asked for an extension due to the rise in COVID-19 infections.
By Amy Guthrie
4 minute read
March 30, 2020 | International Edition
DLA Piper Lures US and Latin America Finance Partner From Akin GumpDino Barajas will co-chair the firm's U.S. projects and infrastructure practice and its Latin America corporate and finance practice. Here, he shares some insights on what he expects to see in the region as the coronavirus ravages economies across the globe.
By Amy Guthrie
4 minute read
March 30, 2020 | International Edition
Baker McKenzie, Simmons & Simmons Advise on Chile Copper MineThe transaction involved explanation of multiple tax and legal schemes
By Amy Guthrie
2 minute read
March 27, 2020 | International Edition
Foley & Lardner Sees US-Mexico Trade Continue as Companies Scramble to Produce Essential GoodsClients on both sides of the border are seeking advice on whether and how to keep business going amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
By Amy Guthrie
4 minute read
March 25, 2020 | International Edition
Lawyers Advise Anxious Clients Amid Conflicting Messages in Latin America's Biggest EconomiesLawyers are advising companies about what they can do to contain the COVID-19 pandemic as the presidents of Brazil and Mexico fail to take action.
By Amy Guthrie
4 minute read
March 25, 2020 | International Edition
Willkie Farr & Gallagher Hires Latin America Practice Partner in WashingtonJorge Kamine makes the move from Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom. He expects energy and infrastructure projects to move forward in Latin America this year despite the rise of COVID-19.
By Amy Guthrie
2 minute read
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