DLA Piper Canada LLP is enhancing its service capabilities in Toronto by welcoming Jerónimo Zabala as a Foreign Legal Consultant. Known for his extensive experience in corporate and commercial law, Zabala's appointment marks a significant enrichment of the firm's proficiency in mergers and acquisitions, asset deals, joint ventures, and corporate reorganizations.

Zabala’s legal practice is not only broad but deep, covering crucial areas such as governance, commercial contracts, credit arrangements, and financing transactions. His expertise spans corporate and structured deals to complex project financings, making him a versatile asset to the DLA Piper team.

Previously, Zabala sharpened his legal acumen in Chile where he practiced with DLA Piper Chile before moving to Canada. His educational credentials are equally impressive, having completed an LL.M. at the University of Sydney. Moreover, his status as a Foreign Legal Consultant, permitted by the Law Society of Ontario, allows him to practice law in Chile, thus providing seamless legal advice for clients with cross-border operations involving the South American country.

One of Zabala’s standout areas of expertise is in mining law, where he has accumulated significant experience in exploration, project development, and contract negotiations. This specialization is particularly beneficial for DLA Piper’s clients in the mining sector, offering them deep and informed insights into one of the most challenging and lucrative industries.

DLA Piper, a global law firm with offices in over 40 countries, continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing top-tier legal services across a multitude of industries and sectors. The firm is renowned for its collaborative approach, tailoring its vast legal expertise to meet the complex, cross-border needs of its diverse client base, which includes multinational corporations, governments, and individuals.

As Jerónimo Zabala joins the ranks of DLA Piper in Toronto, his unique qualifications and background are set to enhance the firm’s ability to deliver innovative and strategic advice to its clients, reaffirming DLA Piper's position as a leader in the global legal landscape.