BLP has been named “Central America Law Firm of the Year,” and partner Vivian Liberman has been awarded “Latin America: ESG Leader of the Year” at the 2025 Women in Business Law Awards.
San José, June 17, 2025.
During the Women in Business Law Awards ceremony held in New York City, BLP received two of the evening’s most prestigious accolades: Central America Law Firm of the Year and Latin America: ESG Leader of the Year, the latter awarded to BLP partner Vivian Liberman.
These recognitions, granted by Legal Benchmarking Group, highlight both the firm’s institutional commitment and individual leadership, positioning BLP as a benchmark of legal excellence across Latin America.
Vivian Liberman
Partner | Costa Rica
Leadership That Drives Change
The individual recognition of Vivian Liberman as ESG Leader of the Year honors her outstanding track record in sustainability, gender equity, and corporate social responsibility. Vivian leads BLP’s ESG practice and co-heads the Banking & Finance team, playing a pivotal role in several groundbreaking transactions in the region.
Her notable achievements include advising on the largest green bond issuance in Central America and the Caribbean, the first infrastructure bond issuance in Costa Rica, the structuring of USD 1.4 billion in financing for the region’s most significant hydroelectric project, and the issuance of USD 1.5 billion in Eurobonds by the Republic of Costa Rica.
In addition, she leads internal initiatives such as BLP’s sustainability strategy, Fundación BLP, and the Gender Equity Commission, actively promoting an inclusive and forward-thinking corporate culture.
A Recognition of BLP’s Collective Vision
The award for Central America Law Firm of the Year reinforces BLP’s vision as a firm that combines technical excellence with a strong commitment to innovation, diversity, and social impact. This distinction recognizes the work of an integrated regional team that upholds the highest standards of service across five countries and advocates for a forward-looking legal practice.
Both recognitions reflect BLP’s unwavering commitment to delivering value-driven legal solutions, fostering sustainable development, and promoting a more equitable and inclusive legal industry.
At BLP, we believe that trust is the most valuable asset of a law firm. We are deeply grateful to our clients for allowing us to support their most strategic decisions and for their continued confidence throughout the years.
We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to the entire BLP team. Your unwavering commitment, collaborative spirit, and pursuit of excellence make achievements like these possible. These awards are the result of our collective effort and the values that define our firm: integrity, excellence, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to sustainable development across the region.
About the Awards
The Women in Business Law Awards celebrate women leaders in the legal profession and the firms that champion diversity and inclusion. The awards honor both individual achievements and leading institutional practices in gender equity, leadership, sustainability, and innovation.