The Congress of the Republic has approved Decree 31-2024, the Framework Law for the Integration of the Primary and Agricultural Sector. This innovative legislation consolidates the tax collection framework for the primary and agricultural sectors into a single legal text. The initiative aims to address economic distortions in the tax chain caused by a lack…
Category Archives: Guatemala
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Nov
Nov
On November 20, 2024, the Congress of Guatemala urgently approved Decree 32-2024, the “Competition Law.” This approval marks a significant milestone for the country, aiming to promote a competitive market, attract foreign investment, and boost national economic growth. The new law seeks to prevent anti-competitive, monopolistic practices or practices that limit market access for small…
At BLP, Blog, El Salvador, Guatemala, News
BLP achieves tenth consecutive distinction at the Chambers Latin America Awards 2024
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Nov
Nov
We are pleased to announce that, for the tenth consecutive time and the eleventh overall, BLP has been recognized as Costa Rica Law Firm of the Year at the prestigious Chambers Latin America Awards 2024, presented by Chambers and Partners. At a ceremony held at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Miami, United States, this award reaffirms…
At BLP, Blog, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Guatemala, Honduras, News, Nicaragua
BLP is honored as Pro Bono Leading Light 2024 by Latin Lawyer
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Nov
Nov
We are excited to announce that BLP has once again been recognized in Latin Lawyer’s prestigious Leading Lights 2024 list, underscoring our steadfast commitment to fostering a robust pro bono culture across Central America. Latin Lawyer acknowledges law firms that have made significant strides in advancing pro bono initiatives, and BLP is proud to be…
Banking & Finance, Blog, Guatemala, News
BLP advised FMO on a loan facility extended to Banco de Antigua, S.A.
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Oct
Oct
BLP advised Nederlandse Financierings-Maatschappij voor Ontwikkelingslanden N.V. (FMO) on a loan facility granted in favor of Banco de Antigua, S.A. in Guatemala, in a principal amount of up to $15 million. This loan facility will enable Banco de Antigua to grant micro-loans to micro-entrepreneurs in rural areas in Guatemala, contributing to a positive impact on…
Blog, Business Law, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, News, Nicaragua
BLP advised JCDecaux on the acquisition of a majority stake in IMC
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Oct
Oct
BLP advised JCDecaux on acquiring a 70% majority stake in IMC, a leading out-of-home advertising company operating in Central America, Colombia, and Panama, through its majority-owned subsidiary, JCDecaux Top Media S.A. As part of the transaction, the remaining IMC shareholders contributed their 30% shares in IMC in exchange for a 9% stake in a newly…
Blog, Business Law, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, News, Nicaragua
BLP advised JCDecaux on the acquisition of a majority stake in IMC
08
Oct
Oct
BLP advised JCDecaux on acquiring a 70% majority stake in IMC, a leading out-of-home advertising company operating in Central America, Colombia, and Panama, through its majority-owned subsidiary, JCDecaux Top Media S.A. As part of the transaction, the remaining IMC shareholders contributed their 30% shares in IMC in exchange for a 9% stake in a newly…
Analysis, Blog, Guatemala, Intellectual Property
Management and Defense of Intellectual Property in Organizations
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Sep
Sep
Author https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/ART-Propiedad-Intelectual_FOTO.png Marleni García Associate Guatemala E-mail Ongoing intellectual property (IP) management involves strategic decisions on exploiting, defending, and transferring an organization’s intangible assets. These processes are vital for maximizing the value of IP assets and ensuring their protection in a competitive environment. Management of the Intellectual Property Portfolio Effective management of the IP portfolio…
Analysis, Blog, Guatemala, Intellectual Property
Strategies for Identifying and Protecting Intellectual Property Assets
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Aug
Aug
Author https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/ART-Propiedad-Intelectual_FOTO.png Marleni García Associate Guatemala E-mail Protecting intellectual property (IP) assets ensures an organization’s competitiveness and long-term success. This task begins by identifying intangible assets and continues with the implementation of robust protection strategies. Identification of Intellectual Assets The first step in managing Intellectual Property is identifying the intellectual assets within an organization. This…
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Aug
On August 9, 2024, Guatemala’s Superintendency of Tax Administration (SAT) published resolution SAT-DSI-1310-2024 in the Diario de Centroamérica. This regulation establishes the administrative provisions to enable authorized third parties, such as Lawyers and Notaries, Public Accountants and Auditors or Expert Accountants, to carry out procedures in the Digital Unified Tax Registry on behalf of taxpayers…