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These countries do not have a monetary control
exchange, which allows us, as practitioners, to
document each and every transaction of the source
and origin of the funds to be invested.
Relationship with their Attorney
The majority of these investors are very comfortable working with their attorney. They have realistic expectations, and because they inevitably have
a legal background, some attorneys are their close
relatives, and they are responsible and expeditious
in getting documents. They turn to their attorney to resolve
many aspects of their situation. They will ask their attorney to
recommend real estate agents, communities in which to live and
tax preparation assistance. It is imperative for the attorney to be
able to provide good referrals as this will keep their client happy
with their legal visa process. The Latin American client places
their family above business. The comfort and happiness of the
family is extremely important. They want to reduce the stress
to their spouse and children as they transfer from their home
country to a foreign culture in the United States.
Conclusion
The best way to represent Latin American
clients is to be familiar with their culture, their
government workings and be available to refer
them to experts for other legal work and nonlegal work. You should have a great relationship with a good international tax lawyer and
accountant and always refer them to someone
who you have found to be good in assisting
your client with wealth management.
Maria Isabel (Marisa) Casablanca is the chapter chair
and one of the founders of the AILA Mexico City District Chapter. Her firm,
Casablanca Legal Group, is headquartered in Miami, Fla., but has attorneys
located in other Latin American countries. The firm handles all aspects of immigration and nationality, though specializes in investor applications. She is
admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court, the 11th District Court, the Southern
District of Florida, D.C. Bar and the Florida Bar. She coauthored “Immigration
Law for Paralegals” and has authored additional, professional articles in legal
journals, newspapers and magazines of general circulation. She has held positions in AILA national and local committees.
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