Miller & Chevalier Chartered

Miller & Chevalier Chartered remains at the forefront of white-collar crime, investigations and compliance matters in Latin America. It operates in all the key markets including Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Argentina, Chile and Peru. It has worked on many of the headline investigations and enforcement actions in the region, including landmark FCPA settlements, along with large-scale compliance and anti-corruption programmes. With its focus on white-collar defence work, the Washington DC firm has developed a team of top practitioners, many of whom have a major focus on Latin America. Many team members are fluent or native Spanish or Portuguese speakers, including a number that have deep cultural connections to the region. Matteson Ellis is a leader in anti-corruption and investigations, a vastly experienced figure in FCPA investigations and an authority on compliance and best practice for major corporates and governments. James Tillen is also highly-rated with a background in headline and big-ticket investigations, having represented clients in some of the largest cases in the region. Alejandra Montenegro Almonte has also made a significant impression on the market, leading clients in investigations across multiple jurisdictions and establishing herself as a top expert in FCPA matters. Jeffrey Lehtman, William Barry and Margarita Sánchez are additional well-regarded practitioners, as area Gregory Bates and Maria Lapetina. Counsel Leah Moushey also impresses.