ISO 37001
ROE LATAM has extensive experience in implementing and advising on the ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management System. Their expertise covers guiding organizations through the entire process of adopting the standard, including risk assessments, policy development, and the design of tailored anti-bribery controls. ROE LATAM ensures alignment with international best practices and local regulatory requirements, helping clients establish robust systems for bribery prevention, detection, and response. Their approach also includes providing comprehensive training and capacity building for key personnel, as well as conducting internal audits to ensure ongoing compliance and continuous improvement of the anti-bribery management system.
- Design and implement the ethical compliance system at the largest state-owned bank in Mexico.
- Design and implement the ethical compliance system in the largest housing fund for government workers in Mexico.
- Design, implement and support the ISO 37001 standard at the Zumpango High Specialty Hospital (Black Rock Investment).
- Design, implement and support the ISO 37001 standard at the Camara de Diputados Federal (House of Representatives) of Mexico.
- Design, implement and support the ISO 37001 and FCPA compliance in one of the largest USA energy copmanies in its operations in Mexico.
- Design, implement and support the ISO 37001for the Ministry of Transportation and Public Works of the Government of the Republic of El Salvador.
Real Estate
Our firm boasts extensive experience in providing legal advice throughout all phases of real estate operations. From the acquisition of land to its regularization, obtaining resources for construction, and subsequent sale or rental, we offer comprehensive assistance in every aspect.
- We have served as advisors to the world largest retail shop chain, ensuring that their stores across Mexico comply with local regulations and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
- Acting as fiduciary delegates of the lartest German Commercial Bank in Mexico, we have handled operations involving various FIBRAS (Mexican Real Estate Investment Trusts).
- We have drafted and negotiated a fixed price construction agreement for a skyscraper in Mexico City, involving an investment of approximately 200 million dollars.
- We have adviced tens of foreign individuals purchasing or renting properties in Mexico.
Our expertise extends to advising both national and foreign clients on multiple real estate purchases and sales.
Corporate
We provide comprehensive legal support across the entire spectrum of corporate transactions, governance matters, and capital raising activities essential in today's global marketplace.
Representative Experience:
- We have drafted and negotiated a comprehensive consulting services agreement for a leading global professional services firm (Big 4)
- Managed and implemented the legal corporate restructuring of Mexico’s second-largest car tire company.
Banking
Whether you are seeking new financing, exploring refinancing options, or considering a restructuring, we possess the tools and experience to assist you.
- We have drafted and negotiated the construction trust agreement for the third tallest building in Mexico.
- Additionally, we have facilitated the necessary credit and banking agreements among contractors, banks, and owners involved in the project.
- We served as external counsel for the largest bank of Panama, providing legal assistance in excess of USD 2 million in credit, mortgage, and guarantee matters.
Trusts
We possess extensive experience in drafting, negotiating, and executing various types of trusts to cater to your specific needs, be it real estate, restricted zone, construction, administration, hereditary, or others.
- We have drafted the construction trust agreement for the “Los Ramones” pipeline project.
- We were involved in drafting and negotiating the construction trust agreement for the third tallest building in Mexico.
- As a trust delegate of the largest German Bank for its operations in Mexico, we have handled operations involving various FIBRAs (Mexican REITs) .
Mergers and Acquisitions
With over 16 years of experience in national and international mergers, acquisitions, and corporate splits, we provide comprehensive support, including contingency diagnosis (due diligence) and preparation of all necessary legal documents to minimize errors or omissions during the transaction
- We have provided advisory services to the largest retail stores chain in the world in several real estate acquisitions across Mexico, ensuring compliance with local regulations and the FCPA.
- We facilitated the acquisition of a large coffee company by a publicly traded entity, with a transaction value of approximately USD 25 million.
- We played a pivotal role in the acquisition of a multinational company based in Spain, which operated factories in multiple countries. The target company, specializing in cosmetics and beauty products, had assets valued at around 40 million dollars in Mexico.
Public Procurement
Our firm possesses proven expertise in advising companies participating in public procurement processes, ensuring compliance with legal requirements within specified timelines.
- We have drafted and reviewed a Joint Venture agreement between a UK-based oil company and a Mexican counterpart, specifically for oil-related business.
- Our firm has served as legal advisors for a joint venture awarded in a public tender for oil drilling contracts.
- We advised a large Virginia based German transportation company on public tenders in Mexico, Chile, and Peru.
Corporate Integrity & FCPA
We possess extensive experience in creating and implementing corporate ethics programs for both private organizations and government agencies.
- We have conducted due diligence and implemented an ethical compliance system at the largest state-owned bank in Mexico.
- We also performed due diligence and implemented an ethical compliance system at the leading housing fund for government workers in Mexico.
- We provided due diligence, implementation, and support for ISO 37001 at the Zumpango High Specialty Hospital, a project funded by Black Rock.
- We conducted due diligence, implementation, and support for ISO 37001 at one of the largest USA energy firms.
- Our firm designed and implemented the integrity program to comply with ISO 37001 in the Federal House of Representatives (Cámara de Diputados) of Mexico.
Corporate Governance
We offer guidance on implementing best corporate practices for companies of all types.
We have advised medium-sized family businesses in the process of succession planning. We have provided guidance to companies seeking to transition to a corporate profile that enables them to attract investments for growth.