Akerman is once again ranked in the top tiers of the Legal 500’s “Latin America” guide. The firm earned Tier One ranking in the category of “City Leaders – Miami” in the 2025 guide. The firm also ranked in the category of “International Arbitration.” as one of the top law firms in the United States.

Legal 500 highlighted Akerman’s coveted reputation for commercial arbitration and litigation involving Latin American entities. The publication also noted the firm is at the forefront of Helms-Burton Act lawsuits and sanctions, as well as our work in corporate immigration and foreign investment. In its summary, Legal 500 individually praised the work of International Practice Chair Pedro A. Freyre, Latin America and the Caribbean Practice Chair Luis A. Perez, Cuba Practice Chair Augusto Maxwell, Litigation Partner Andrew Dominguez, Senior Policy Consultant Matthew Aho, and Special Counsel Daniel Andres Silva.  

Results for The Legal 500 Latin America are compiled based on information from independent researchers. The research provides a thorough review of the strengths and capabilities of law firms working in numerous practice areas across the region.

About Akerman
Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the country’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers in 25 offices throughout the United States.