Akerman is proud to share we have been named "Law Firm of the Year" in the category of Cuba (International Counsel) as part of the Chambers Latin America Awards 2024. Akerman is the first American firm to win the award.

"This is an incredible honor and one we proudly share with our visionary clients uniting the United States and Cuba," said Gus Maxwell, Cuba Practice Chair.

“We are delighted to have received this prestigious award from Chambers; it recognizes the pioneering work of Akerman lawyers and consultants in a challenging arena," said Pedro Freyre, International Practice Chair.

The Chambers award is based on extensive research into the achievements and reputation of each firm. It honors top national and international law firms across key Latin American jurisdictions – recognizing outstanding legal work, impressive strategic growth, and unparalleled excellence in client service delivery.

Akerman’s Cuba Practice has led frontline policy discussions with government and industry leaders on the future of U.S.-Cuba relations for more than a decade, pioneering the re-establishment of commercial relations between Cuba and the U.S. businesses with first-to-market ventures across numerous sectors.  More recently Akerman has emerged as the leading firm advising clients on doing business with Cuba’s emerging private sector. 

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Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the country’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers in 26 offices throughout the United States.