Legal Services in Latin America and the Caribbean
Biz Latin Hub offers comprehensive legal services in Latin America, supporting corporate law, labor compliance, legal representation, and regulatory filings across multiple jurisdictions.
Our Corporate Legal Services
Provision of corporate, mining, trade and specialized legal services to enable your local business operations. Trust our team of local lawyers to guide you through the legal complexities of the local market, thereby ensuring legal compliance of your local entity, securing of permits, with registering trademarks, protection of your business Intellectual property and with navigating local employment laws and regulations.
Corporate Law
Power of Attorney (POA) in Latin America
Specialized Legal Areas We Cover
Corporate Law
Labor Law
Litigation & Negotiation
Trade Law
Mining Law
Liquidation Services
Why Choose Biz Latin Hub for Legal Support?
- End-to-end legal representation from setup to closure
- On-the-ground legal teams in 17+ countries
- Support across corporate, labor, and trade law
- Bilingual legal counsel with cross-border experience
- Integration with accounting and payroll services
our clients on Legal services
Biz Latin Hub Mexico have been providing us with logistics support and accounting since the beginning of 2017. In order to run a successful import business you need to have a solid logistics team in support. Biz Latin Hub Mexico have been able to provide us with the knowledge and experience required in order for us to avoid delays and cut costs at port.
-John Tominey, Managing Director, BrewDog Mexico
Frequently Asked Questions on Corporate Compliance and Legal Services
Based on our experience, these are the most commonly asked questions about corporate compliance, powers of attorney, legal representatives, and general legal services.
A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that grants another person, known as the agent or attorney-in-fact, the authority to act on your behalf in specified matters. This can include making financial, legal, or business decisions when you are unable or unavailable to do so yourself.
An attorney-in-fact, also known as an agent, is a person authorized to act on behalf of another person (the principal) through a Power of Attorney (POA). The attorney-in-fact can make decisions and enter into agreements as specified in the POA. While the attorney-in-fact does not need to be a lawyer, we recommend selecting an experienced legal professional for this role, especially when they will be handling significant legal or financial matters on your behalf.
A legal representative is an individual authorized to act on behalf of a company or legal entity in dealings with government agencies, regulatory bodies, and third parties. This role includes entering into contracts, hiring employees, and representing the company in legal matters. All companies typically need a legal representative to operate legally within a jurisdiction. We recommend appointing experienced legal counsel as your legal representative, as they will handle significant legal responsibilities on the company’s behalf.
In Latin America, this role is mandatory for company operations and may include liability for tax, labor, and commercial matters.
In most jurisdictions, foreigners must have the legal right to work or appoint a local through a Power of Attorney (POA). We assist with both setups.
A resident or registered agent is an individual or authorized business entity designated to receive legal documents, official correspondence, and service of process on behalf of a company within a specific jurisdiction. The agent must have a physical address in the jurisdiction and is responsible for ensuring that the company receives important legal notices in a timely manner.
Yes, Biz Latin Hub offers legal representative and agent services in most jurisdictions where we operate.
Annual entity legal compliance refers to the ongoing process of ensuring that a company meets all legal and regulatory requirements set by governmental authorities within its operating jurisdictions. This includes timely filings, renewals, reporting obligations, and adherence to corporate governance standards. Maintaining compliance helps prevent legal liabilities and supports the smooth operation of the business.
This includes filing Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) information, maintaining corporate books, and ensuring timely permit renewals.
Typical annual entity compliance requirements include:
- Maintaining registered office and agent information
- Updating company books and records
- Filing Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) information
- Conducting annual shareholders’ and board meetings
- Renewing business licenses and permits
- Preparing and submitting financial statements
- Filing annual tax returns and statutory reports
Non-compliance can lead to fines, legal restrictions, loss of permits, and even company suspension. Our team ensures you stay compliant.
A trademark is a distinctive sign, design, word, phrase, symbol, or combination thereof used by an individual or business to identify and distinguish its goods or services from those of others in the marketplace. Trademarks protect brand identity by preventing others from using similar marks that could cause confusion among consumers.
The key steps to applying for a trademark are:
- Conduct a comprehensive trademark search to ensure the desired mark is not already registered or in use.
- Classify the goods or services associated with the mark according to the Nice Classification system.
- Prepare the required documentation and application forms.
- Submit the trademark application to the relevant local or regional trademark office.
- Respond to any examination reports or oppositions during the review process.
- Upon approval, complete necessary formalities and maintain the trademark through renewals.
The typical types of employment contracts include:
- Freelance or contractor agreements: Contracts with independent contractors providing services but not classified as employees.
- Fixed-term contracts: Agreements where the employment relationship is set for a specific duration or until the completion of a particular task or project.
- Indefinite-term contracts: Also known as permanent contracts, where the employment relationship continues indefinitely until terminated by either party according to the terms of the contract and applicable labor laws.
- Part-time or temporary contracts: Agreements for employment that is less than full-time hours or for temporary assignments.
Our corporate legal services include company formation, compliance management, contract drafting and review, due diligence, intellectual property registration, labor law advisory, and legal representation before local authorities. We assist businesses in navigating the legal complexities of operating in Latin America and the Caribbean, ensuring full compliance with local laws and regulations.
We prepare employment agreements, NDAs, commercial contracts, service contracts, and more, tailored to local legal requirements.
Common legal challenges when entering a foreign market include:
- Understanding and complying with local laws and regulations
- Navigating complex incorporation and registration procedures
- Dealing with language barriers and cultural differences
- Protecting intellectual property rights
- Adhering to local labor and employment laws
- Managing tax obligations and differing tax systems
- Handling cross-border transactions and currency controls
- Understanding local business practices and legal systems
Our team can help you navigate these challenges to ensure a smooth market entry.
Our team operates in multiple languages to best serve our clients’ needs. We primarily work in English and Spanish, ensuring effective communication across different markets. Additionally, we have capabilities in other languages depending on the specific region and client requirements. Please contact us to discuss your specific language needs.
To engage Biz Latin Hub’s legal services, reach out via our contact us page. We’re here to deliver the legal support your business requires.
WHAT MAKES BIZ LATIN HUB DIFFERENT?
Your Local Partner
We can provide you the complete, fully-integrated and tailored back office, PEO and entity incorporation solution
Your Need is Our Focus
We know one size doesn’t fit all – we will work with you to understand your business needs and to provide a personalized market entry and back office solution
Globally Minded & Local Expertise
Trust our local team of lawyers and accountants to establish your business, form your legal entity, hiring employees and legal entity compliance
Communication at its Best
English, Spanish or Portuguese – Our local and expatriate team of accountants and lawyers can support you in multiple languages