The Firm
The Firm
MHOV is one of the leading comprehensive services law firms in Latin America, it was founded by Leopoldo Marquez in 1988. Later, in 2006, Carlos Valedón joined the team as proprietary partner. In April 2021, MHOV restructured and expanded its team, in order to provide a more effective service aligned with the new times.
MHOV has expert professionals and leaders in different areas of specialty, with extensive experience at a national and international level. The specialization and development of each of our practice areas, coupled with a deep knowledge of current trade and industry trends, allows us to offer innovative and timely legal solutions, as well as preventive and strategic advice.
MHOV is a member of the International Trademark Association (INTA), the Inter-American Intellectual Property Association (ASIPI), the International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property (AIPPI), the Venezuelan Association of Industrial Property Agents (COVAPI) and the Chamber of Venezuelan-American Trade (VENAMCHAM), among others.
Memberships
MHOV is a member and actively participates in both national and foreign associations and chambers, such as:
Acknowledgements
MHOV has been recognized as one of the best Intellectual Property Firm in Venezuela:
Team
Leopoldo Márquez Lefeld (Caracas-1961)
Education
– Georgetown University (CCPE – Introduction to the US Legal Systems & Contract Law Series, 1985)
– Andrés Bello Catholic University (Lawyer, 1984)
– IEA – Associated Educational Institutes (El Peñón, 1979)
Professional activity
– Managing Partner of MHOV Abogados since (1988 – present)
– Lawyer in Travieso Evans (1985 – 1987)
– Legal Assistant at Travieso Evans (1981 – 1984)
Union Activity
– Principal Delegate for Venezuela in the Inter-American Association of Intellectual Property (ASIPI) period 2003 – 2006.
– Alternate Delegate for Venezuela in the Inter-American Association of Intellectual Property (ASIPI) period 2001 – 2003.
Areas of expertise
– Aeronautical Law (Financial Leasing, Purchase, Sale, Registration, Guarantee and Assurance of Aircraft in Venezuela and abroad).
– Industrial Property (Trademarks and Patents), Electronic Commerce, Franchise, Intellectual Property Litigation, license agreements and technology transfer, social networks, among others.
Memberships
– Inter-American Association of Intellectual Property (ASIPI)
– International Trademark Association (INTA)
– Venezuelan American Chamber of Industry and Commerce (VENAMCHAM)
– Venezuelan College of Intellectual Property Agents (COVAPI)
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
Languages
– Spanish
– English
Carlos Valedon (Caracas 1965)
Education
– Université Laval, Québec – Canada (Master of Laws
1993)
– Universidad Santa María, Caracas – Venezuela (Layer, 1989)
Professional Activity
– Partner of MHOV Lawyers since 2006
– Partner Torres Plaz & Araujo, Caracas – Venezuela (1994 – 2006)
Institutional and academic activity
– Arbitrator of the Arbitration Centers of the Caracas Chamber of Commerce and CEDCA. Former President of the respective committees.
– He was Advisor to the Permanent Commission on Economy of the Senate of the Congress of the Republic of Venezuela for the enactment of the Commercial Arbitration Law (1997-98).
–He was Secretary in 1998 of the national section in Venezuela of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) based in Paris.
– He was appointed by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) as an advisor for the mediation project of the Arbitration Center of the Caracas Chamber of Commerce (1999)
– Invited researcher in 1998 at the Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT) based in Rome on the Principles of International Commercial Contracts and Uniform Commercial Law.
– Professor from 1998 to 2008 of the subject “Alternate Means of Dispute Resolution in International Commercial Transactions” and “Uniform Commercial Law” in the Postgraduate course in International Law and Integration, as well as the Master’s in Law International Private the Faculty of Legal and Political Sciences of the Central University of Venezuela, Caracas.
– Speaker and lecturer on alternative means of dispute resolution, as well as legal aspects and Intellectual Property of Internet and E-Commerce.
Areas of Expertise
He has focused his practice in the areas of commercial, civil, tax, international commercial law, as well as litigation, foreign investment, intellectual property and national and international commercial arbitration.
Memberships
– Inter-American Association of Intellectual Property (ASIPI)
– International Trademark Association (INTA)
– International Association for Intellectual Property (AIPPI)
– Association des Practiciens du Droit des Marques et des Modeles (APRAM)
– Venezuelan American Chamber of Commerce (VENAMCHAM)
– Venezuelan College of Intellectual Property Agents (COVAPI)
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
Languages
– Spanish
– French
– English
María Elena Terrero
María Elena Terrero has more than 30 years of experience in Intellectual Property, Corporate and Commercial Law. María Elena has worked with a vast number of Fortune 500 companies and large local clients.
In parallel, she consistently works to promote the modernization of the Venezuelan Intellectual Property Law and has actively participated in reforms discussions to the Law before the National Assembly. Also, María Elena has been member of important national projects regarding Intellectual Property developed by the prestigious Universidad Simón Bolivar.
In 2017 María Elena was appointed member of INTA’s Harmonization of Trade Law and Practice Committee and is currently president of its Free Trade Agreements Sub-Committee. In addition, she leads pro bono projects for NGOs.
Education
– Attorney at Law, Universidad Católica Andrés Bello, Venezuela (1997).
– Course on Intellectual property, Franklin Pierce Law Center, USA (2003).
– Certified arbitrator in Venezuela.
– Certified mediator in the United States.
Admissions
– Federal District Bar Association (1998).
– Intellectual Property Agent (1998).
Areas of Expertise
– Patents.
– Patent Brokerage.
– Trademarks.
– Arbitration.
– Licensing.
Industries
– Life Sciences.
– Fashion.
– Oil & Energy.
Memberships
– AIPPI.
– AIPLA.
– INTA.
– VENANCHAM.
– COVAPI.
Languages
– Spanish
– English
Flavia Amoroso
Education
– Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, Chicago, IL (LLM, 2018).
– Universidad Metropolitana – Caracas, VE (Abogado, 2014).
– Colegio Integral El Ávila – Caracas, VE (Bachiller, 2008).
Professional Activity
– Partner at MHOV Abogados (present).
– Junior Partner at Hoet & Partners (2021 – 2023).
– Lawyer at Clarke + Modet Venezuela (2018 – 2021).
– Lawyer at MHOV (2014 – 2017).
Areas of Expertise
Industrial Property (Trademarks and Patents), Electronic Commerce, Franchising, Intellectual Property Litigation, licensing and technology transfer contracts, social networks, among others.
Memberships
– Inter-American Association of Intellectual Property (ASIPI).
– International Trademark Association (INTA).
– Venezuelan American Chamber of Commerce (VENAMCHAM).
– Venezuelan-Israeli Chamber of Economy.
– Venezuelan College of Intellectual Property Agents (COVAPI).
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
Languages
– Spanish
– English
Alvaro Garrido Lingg (Caracas-1977)
Education
– Universidad Católica Andrés Bello (Especialista en Derecho Mercantil, 2021)
– Andrés Bello Catholic University, Caracas – Venezuela (Lawyer, 1999).
Professional Activity
– Founding Partner of Grupo Consultor AGJG, S.C. since 2012.
– Associate Attorney Grau, García Hernández & Monaco (2007-2008).
– Petroleum Lawyer Zuata, C.A. (PETROZUATA)- Barcelona- Venezuela (2006-2007).
– Lawyer Torres Plaz & Araujo, Caracas – Venezuela (1999 – 2006).
Institutional and Academic activity
– He was Advisor to the Office of the Vice Ministry of Planning and Development (2003).
– Author of an opinion article published on June 2, 2007 in the newspaper El Universal (www.eluniversal.com) entitled: “The Tyranny of the Majority”.
– Author of an opinion article published on May 25, 2006 in the newspaper El Universal entitled: “Citizen Participation Vs. Exit of Venezuela from the Andean Community”.
– Co-author of the work entitled: “The Functionally Decentralized Administration”, published in the Book Homage to the Manual of Administrative Law by Eloy Lares Martínez entitled “Venezuelan Law in the Thresholds of the 21st Century”. Collection of legal studies of the Monteávila University. Venezuelan Legal Publishing House. Caracas, 2006.
– Co-author of the work entitled: “The presumption of good faith and its treatment in the presidential recall referendum of 2004” published by the Supreme Court of Justice. Legal Studies Collection No. 15. Issues of Procedural Law. Caracas, Venezuela, 2005.
– Author of the article “Lotel generated a tacit derogation” published in the legal field newspaper. May 2005.- Co-Author of the work titled: “Regime of constitutional and legal competences attributed to the national and municipal public power by the Consti– He was Advisor to the Office of the Vice Ministry of Planning and Development (2003).
– Author of an opinion article published on June 2, 2007 in the newspaper El Universal (www.eluniversal.com) entitled: “The Tyranny of the Majority”.
– Author of an opinion article published on May 25, 2006 in the newspaper El Universal entitled: “Citizen Participation Vs. Exit of Venezuela from the Andean Community”.
– Co-author of the work entitled: “The Functionally Decentralized Administration”, published in the Book Homage to the Manual of Administrative Law by Eloy Lares Martínez entitled “Venezuelan Law in the Thresholds of the 21st Century”. Collection of legal studies of the Monteávila University. Venezuelan Legal Publishing House. Caracas, 2006.
– Co-author of the work entitled: “The presumption of good faith and its treatment in the presidential recall referendum of 2004” published by the Supreme Court of Justice. Legal Studies Collection No. 15. Issues of Procedural Law. Caracas, Venezuela, 2005.
– Author of the article “Lotel generated a tacit derogation” published in the legal field newspaper. May 2005.- Co-Author of the work titled: “Regime of constitutional and legal competences attributed to the national public power of 1999 and the legal regulations in force to the electricity sector in Venezuela” published in the magazine of constitutional law No. 9. January- December 2004. Editorial Sherwood.
– Co-Author of the work entitled: “General considerations of the avocation in the Venezuelan jurisprudence. Special reference to the ruling issued by the Political-Administrative Chamber of the Supreme Court of Justice dated June 3, 2003. No. 809. Case: Jenny Mariela Lugo Méndez.”, published in the administrative law magazine No. 17. September- December 2003. Editorial Sherwood.
– Author of the work entitled: “Considerations related to the execution of judgments on the patrimonial responsibility of the State in Venezuela”, published in the magazine of administrative law No. 16. January-June 2003. Editorial Sherwood.
– Author of the work entitled: “Notes on the regulatory framework of the land and air transport system in Venezuela”, published in the administrative law magazine No. 15. May-December 2002. Editorial Sherwood.
– Co-Author in the publication of the third edition of the book entitled: “Venezuelan Tax Laws” published by Torres, Plaz & Araujo, Caracas-Venezuela, 2001.
Areas of Expertise
His professional career has been especially dedicated to advising on the full range of matters associated with public, corporate and tax law, with special emphasis on the oil, gas and energy areas, as well as litigation and judicial aspects; Preparation, presentation and follow-up of administrative resources before national, state and municipal public entities, as well as contentious-administrative resources, unconstitutionality and constitutional protection actions before the courts of the Republic; Experience in various administrative procedures and administrative litigation in general; Experience, participation and advice in aspects related to the energy and oil area, as well as in aspects related to matters of unfair competition.
Memberships
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
– AVEDA (Venezuelan Association of Administrative Law)
Languages
– Spanish
– English
Nazareth Djenanian Dertorossian (Caracas, 1989).
Education
– AVEDA (Venezuelan Association of Administrative Law).
– Andrés Bello Catholic University (Lawyer, 2014)
Professional Activity
– Lawyer of MHOV Lawyers (2017).
– Senior Lawyer of Products and Services in the Legal Consultancy of Banco Nacional de Crédito, C.A., Banco Universal (2014-2017).
– Junior Lawyer in the Legal Consultancy of Banco Nacional de Crédito, C.A., Banco Universal (2013-2014).
– Intern in the Legal Department of González & Makkekji, Financial Advisors. (2011)
Institutional and academic activity
– Arbitration Sessions. Within the framework of the fifteenth anniversary of the Commercial Arbitration Law. Andres Bello Catholic University (2013).
– Social and Community Reconciliation Program of the Legal Clinic. Business Center for Conciliation and Arbitration (CEDCA). Andres Bello Catholic University. (2012).
Areas of Expertise
–He has focused his professional practice in the areas of Commercial, Corporate and Banking Law.
al in the areas of Commercial, Corporate and Banking Law.
Memberships
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
– Lawyer’s Social Welfare Institute.
Languages
– Spanish
– Armenian
Sylvia L. Bselis Badra Senior Counsel | International Business & Global Mobility
STRATEGIC AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Corporate Law & M&A:
Consulting on the formation, merger, liquidation, and strategic planning of companies. International expansion and development.
International Mobility & Citizenship by Investment:
Legal design for corporate relocations, international branch openings, and residency and citizenship-by-investment programs.
Institutional Relations & Development:
Leadership in strategic dialogue and engagement between the private sector and binational trade associations.
Corporate Succession & Wealth Planning:
Protection and transition of business and family assets under international standards.
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
MHOV ABOGADOS | Senior Counsel
Strategic integration for the Institutional Relations & Development department, focused on the firm’s expansion and the management of local and international client portfolios. Corporate legal consulting.
SLB GLOBAL | Founder & Director
Strategic management in global mobility and individual and corporate immigration for companies in international expansion. Legal business architecture.
VIVA EN CANADA LTD. (Canadá)| Founder & Director
Immigration through qualification and investment for high-net-worth clients. Legal advice for investors in Canada.
ZSA LEGAL RECRUITMENT (Canadá) | Consultant
Strategic legal talent consulting for the most prestigious firms in the Canadian market, under North American corporate standards.
TERÁN YANNUZZI Y ASOCIADOS LAW FIRM | Associate Attorney
Professional practice focused on corporate and civil law, providing counsel to individuals, economic groups, and influential sectors of the country.
EDUCATION & AFFILIATIONS
Attorney | Universidad Santa María (USM).
Specialization in Commercial Law | Universidad Católica Andrés Bello (UCAB).
Active Member | Colegio de Abogados de Caracas.
VENEZUELAN-CANADIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (CAVECAN) | First Vice Presidenta
Strategy management for strengthening binational trade and coordinating institutional synergies.
PROFESSIONAL PHILOSOPHY
“My approach involves transforming regulatory complexity into a strategic advantage. I support my clients in their local needs as well as their expansion and mobility challenges, ensuring that every legal step is aligned with their long-term goals.”
Languages
– Spanish
– English
– French
Solange Sheuat
Education
– Central University of Venezuela, Faculty of Legal and Political Sciences, School of Law. (Lawyer 2019).
Professional Activity
– De Sola Pate & Brown – Consulting Lawyers (2017- 2019). (Legal assistant)
Memberships
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
Lenguajes
– Spanish
– English (Basic)
Nahomy Estrada (Caracas, 1990).
Education
– Santa María University (Lawyer – 2013).
Professional Activity
– Lawyer of MHOV Lawyers (2018).
– Junior Lawyer of the Credit Documentation Management of the Agricultural Banking of BANESCO Banco Universal (March 2018-December – 2018).
– Junior Lawyer in the Mass Credit Documentation Management in the Legal Consultancy of Banco Nacional de Credito, C.A., Banco Universal. (2017-2018).
– Specialist in Law at the National Institute of Parks (INPARQUES). (2016-2017).
– Lawyer in the Substantiation area at the Ministry of Tourism (MINTUR) (2015-2016).
– Lawyer (Substitution) in the 16th AMC Prosecutor’s Office in matters of Common Crimes. (2015).
– Legal Assistant (Substitution) 108th Prosecutor’s Office for Children and Adolescents. (2013-2014).
Institutional and academic activity
– Arbitration Sessions. Within the framework of the fifteenth anniversary of the Commercial Arbitration Law. Andres Bello Catholic University (2013).
– Social and Community Reconciliation Program of the Legal Clinic. Business Center for Conciliation and Arbitration (CEDCA). Andres Bello Catholic University. (2012).
Institutional and Academic activity
– VIII National Congress of Jurisprudence in Labor Law (2011).
– VI International Congress on Forensic Sciences and Criminal Investigation (2010).
Areas of Expertise
–He has focused his professional practice in the areas of Commercial, Environmental, Criminal, Corporate and Banking Law.
Memberships
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
– Lawyer’s Social Welfare Institute..
Lenguajes
– Spanish
– English: Coursed at the School of Modern Languages ACEIM – FUNDEIM. (2017).
David Alexander Fuentes Hidalgo
Education
-Central University of Venezuela (Lawyer – 2025).
Central University of Venezuela (Bachelor’s Degree in International Studies – 2022).
Professional Experience
-Global Consulted (2025-2026) (Global Mobility Consultant).
Memberships
-Bar Association of the Capital District.
Institutional and Academic Activities
-General Course on Intellectual Property – World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
-Course on Human Rights Protection Systems – Andrés Bello Catholic University (UCAB).
-1st Annual Seminar on International Criminal Law and Human Rights.
-International Conference on International Relations – Center for Strategic Studies in
International Relations (CEERI).
Languages
– Spanish
– English
Diego Alejandro Beltrán González
Educación
-Central University of Venezuela (Lawyer, 2019)
– Universidad Monteávila (Specialist in intellectual property, 2023)
Professional Activity
– Consulting Attorney at Collateral Base – Peoria, Illinois (2020 – Current)
– Lawyer at MHOV Lawyers – Caracas (2019-2020)
– Legal assistant at De Sola Pate & Brown – Caracas (2018-2019)
Areas of expertise
– Industrial property (Trademarks and Patents), Intellectual Property litigation, license agreements and technology transfer, social networks, among others.
Memberships
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
– International Trademark Association (INTA)
Languages
– Spanish
– English
– French
Team
Leopoldo Márquez Lefeld (Caracas-1961)
Education
– Georgetown University (CCPE – Introduction to the US Legal Systems & Contract Law Series, 1985)
– Andrés Bello Catholic University (Lawyer, 1984)
– IEA – Associated Educational Institutes (El Peñón, 1979)
Professional activity
– Managing Partner of MHOV Abogados since (1988 – present)
– Lawyer in Travieso Evans (1985 – 1987)
– Legal Assistant at Travieso Evans (1981 – 1984)
Union Activity
– Principal Delegate for Venezuela in the Inter-American Association of Intellectual Property (ASIPI) period 2003 – 2006.
– Alternate Delegate for Venezuela in the Inter-American Association of Intellectual Property (ASIPI) period 2001 – 2003.
Areas of expertise
– Aeronautical Law (Financial Leasing, Purchase, Sale, Registration, Guarantee and Assurance of Aircraft in Venezuela and abroad).
– Industrial Property (Trademarks and Patents), Electronic Commerce, Franchise, Intellectual Property Litigation, license agreements and technology transfer, social networks, among others.
Memberships
– Inter-American Association of Intellectual Property (ASIPI)
– International Trademark Association (INTA)
– Venezuelan American Chamber of Industry and Commerce (VENAMCHAM)
– Venezuelan College of Intellectual Property Agents (COVAPI)
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
Languages
– Spanish
– English
Carlos Valedon (Caracas 1965)
Education
– Université Laval, Québec – Canada (Master of Laws
1993)
– Universidad Santa María, Caracas – Venezuela (Layer, 1989)
Professional Activity
– Partner of MHOV Lawyers since 2006
– Partner Torres Plaz & Araujo, Caracas – Venezuela (1994 – 2006)
Institutional and academic activity
– Arbitrator of the Arbitration Centers of the Caracas Chamber of Commerce and CEDCA. Former President of the respective committees.
– He was Advisor to the Permanent Commission on Economy of the Senate of the Congress of the Republic of Venezuela for the enactment of the Commercial Arbitration Law (1997-98).
–He was Secretary in 1998 of the national section in Venezuela of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) based in Paris.
– He was appointed by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) as an advisor for the mediation project of the Arbitration Center of the Caracas Chamber of Commerce (1999)
– Invited researcher in 1998 at the Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT) based in Rome on the Principles of International Commercial Contracts and Uniform Commercial Law.
– Professor from 1998 to 2008 of the subject “Alternate Means of Dispute Resolution in International Commercial Transactions” and “Uniform Commercial Law” in the Postgraduate course in International Law and Integration, as well as the Master’s in Law International Private the Faculty of Legal and Political Sciences of the Central University of Venezuela, Caracas.
– Speaker and lecturer on alternative means of dispute resolution, as well as legal aspects and Intellectual Property of Internet and E-Commerce.
Areas of Expertise
He has focused his practice in the areas of commercial, civil, tax, international commercial law, as well as litigation, foreign investment, intellectual property and national and international commercial arbitration.
Memberships
– Inter-American Association of Intellectual Property (ASIPI)
– International Trademark Association (INTA)
– International Association for Intellectual Property (AIPPI)
– Association des Practiciens du Droit des Marques et des Modeles (APRAM)
– Venezuelan American Chamber of Commerce (VENAMCHAM)
– Venezuelan College of Intellectual Property Agents (COVAPI)
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
Languages
– Spanish
– French
– English
María Elena Terrero
María Elena Terrero has more than 30 years of experience in Intellectual Property, Corporate and Commercial Law. María Elena has worked with a vast number of Fortune 500 companies and large local clients.
In parallel, she consistently works to promote the modernization of the Venezuelan Intellectual Property Law and has actively participated in reforms discussions to the Law before the National Assembly. Also, María Elena has been member of important national projects regarding Intellectual Property developed by the prestigious Universidad Simón Bolivar.
In 2017 María Elena was appointed member of INTA’s Harmonization of Trade Law and Practice Committee and is currently president of its Free Trade Agreements Sub-Committee. In addition, she leads pro bono projects for NGOs.
Education
– Attorney at Law, Universidad Católica Andrés Bello, Venezuela (1997).
– Course on Intellectual property, Franklin Pierce Law Center, USA (2003).
– Certified arbitrator in Venezuela.
– Certified mediator in the United States.
Admissions
– Federal District Bar Association (1998).
– Intellectual Property Agent (1998).
Areas of Expertise
– Patents.
– Patent Brokerage.
– Trademarks.
– Arbitration.
– Licensing.
Industries
– Life Sciences.
– Fashion.
– Oil & Energy.
Memberships
– AIPPI.
– AIPLA.
– INTA.
– VENANCHAM.
– COVAPI.
Languages
– Spanish
– English
Alvaro Garrido Lingg (Caracas-1977)
Education
– Universidad Católica Andrés Bello (Especialista en Derecho Mercantil, 2021).
– Andrés Bello Catholic University, Caracas – Venezuela (Lawyer, 1999).
Professional Activity
– Founding Partner of Grupo Consultor AGJG, S.C. since 2012.
– Associate Attorney Grau, García Hernández & Monaco (2007-2008).
– Petroleum Lawyer Zuata, C.A. (PETROZUATA)- Barcelona- Venezuela (2006-2007).
– Lawyer Torres Plaz & Araujo, Caracas – Venezuela (1999 – 2006).
Institutional and Academic activity
– He was Advisor to the Office of the Vice Ministry of Planning and Development (2003).
– Author of an opinion article published on June 2, 2007 in the newspaper El Universal (www.eluniversal.com) entitled: “The Tyranny of the Majority”.
– Author of an opinion article published on May 25, 2006 in the newspaper El Universal entitled: “Citizen Participation Vs. Exit of Venezuela from the Andean Community”.
– Co-author of the work entitled: “The Functionally Decentralized Administration”, published in the Book Homage to the Manual of Administrative Law by Eloy Lares Martínez entitled “Venezuelan Law in the Thresholds of the 21st Century”. Collection of legal studies of the Monteávila University. Venezuelan Legal Publishing House. Caracas, 2006.
– Co-author of the work entitled: “The presumption of good faith and its treatment in the presidential recall referendum of 2004” published by the Supreme Court of Justice. Legal Studies Collection No. 15. Issues of Procedural Law. Caracas, Venezuela, 2005.
– Author of the article “Lotel generated a tacit derogation” published in the legal field newspaper. May 2005.- Co-Author of the work titled: “Regime of constitutional and legal competences attributed to the national and municipal public power by the Consti– He was Advisor to the Office of the Vice Ministry of Planning and Development (2003).
– Author of an opinion article published on June 2, 2007 in the newspaper El Universal (www.eluniversal.com) entitled: “The Tyranny of the Majority”.
– Author of an opinion article published on May 25, 2006 in the newspaper El Universal entitled: “Citizen Participation Vs. Exit of Venezuela from the Andean Community”.
– Co-author of the work entitled: “The Functionally Decentralized Administration”, published in the Book Homage to the Manual of Administrative Law by Eloy Lares Martínez entitled “Venezuelan Law in the Thresholds of the 21st Century”. Collection of legal studies of the Monteávila University. Venezuelan Legal Publishing House. Caracas, 2006.
– Co-author of the work entitled: “The presumption of good faith and its treatment in the presidential recall referendum of 2004” published by the Supreme Court of Justice. Legal Studies Collection No. 15. Issues of Procedural Law. Caracas, Venezuela, 2005.
– Author of the article “Lotel generated a tacit derogation” published in the legal field newspaper. May 2005.- Co-Author of the work titled: “Regime of constitutional and legal competences attributed to the national public power of 1999 and the legal regulations in force to the electricity sector in Venezuela” published in the magazine of constitutional law No. 9. January- December 2004. Editorial Sherwood.
– Co-Author of the work entitled: “General considerations of the avocation in the Venezuelan jurisprudence. Special reference to the ruling issued by the Political-Administrative Chamber of the Supreme Court of Justice dated June 3, 2003. No. 809. Case: Jenny Mariela Lugo Méndez.”, published in the administrative law magazine No. 17. September- December 2003. Editorial Sherwood.
– Author of the work entitled: “Considerations related to the execution of judgments on the patrimonial responsibility of the State in Venezuela”, published in the magazine of administrative law No. 16. January-June 2003. Editorial Sherwood.
– Author of the work entitled: “Notes on the regulatory framework of the land and air transport system in Venezuela”, published in the administrative law magazine No. 15. May-December 2002. Editorial Sherwood.
– Co-Author in the publication of the third edition of the book entitled: “Venezuelan Tax Laws” published by Torres, Plaz & Araujo, Caracas-Venezuela, 2001.
Areas of Expertise
His professional career has been especially dedicated to advising on the full range of matters associated with public, corporate and tax law, with special emphasis on the oil, gas and energy areas, as well as litigation and judicial aspects; Preparation, presentation and follow-up of administrative resources before national, state and municipal public entities, as well as contentious-administrative resources, unconstitutionality and constitutional protection actions before the courts of the Republic; Experience in various administrative procedures and administrative litigation in general; Experience, participation and advice in aspects related to the energy and oil area, as well as in aspects related to matters of unfair competition.
Memberships
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
– AVEDA (Venezuelan Association of Administrative Law).
Languages
– Spanish
– English
Nazareth Djenanian Dertorossian (Caracas, 1989).
Education
– – AVEDA (Venezuelan Association of Administrative Law).
– Andrés Bello Catholic University (Lawyer, 2014).
Professional Activity
– Lawyer of MHOV Lawyers (2017).
– Senior Lawyer of Products and Services in the Legal Consultancy of Banco Nacional de Crédito, C.A., Banco Universal (2014-2017).
– Junior Lawyer in the Legal Consultancy of Banco Nacional de Crédito, C.A., Banco Universal (2013-2014).
– Intern in the Legal Department of González & Makkekji, Financial Advisors. (2011)
Institutional and academic activity
– Arbitration Sessions. Within the framework of the fifteenth anniversary of the Commercial Arbitration Law. Andres Bello Catholic University (2013).
– Social and Community Reconciliation Program of the Legal Clinic. Business Center for Conciliation and Arbitration (CEDCA). Andres Bello Catholic University. (2012).
Areas of Expertise
–He has focused his professional practice in the areas of Commercial, Corporate and Banking Law.
al in the areas of Commercial, Corporate and Banking Law.
Memberships
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
– Lawyer’s Social Welfare Institute.
Languages
– Spanish
– Armenian
Sylvia L. Bselis Badra Senior Counsel | International Business & Global Mobility
STRATEGIC AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Corporate Law & M&A:
Consulting on the formation, merger, liquidation, and strategic planning of companies. International expansion and development.
International Mobility & Citizenship by Investment:
Legal design for corporate relocations, international branch openings, and residency and citizenship-by-investment programs.
Institutional Relations & Development:
Leadership in strategic dialogue and engagement between the private sector and binational trade associations.
Corporate Succession & Wealth Planning:
Protection and transition of business and family assets under international standards.
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
MHOV ABOGADOS | Senior Counsel
Strategic integration for the Institutional Relations & Development department, focused on the firm’s expansion and the management of local and international client portfolios. Corporate legal consulting.
SLB GLOBAL | Founder & Director
Strategic management in global mobility and individual and corporate immigration for companies in international expansion. Legal business architecture.
VIVA EN CANADA LTD. (Canadá)| Founder & Director
Immigration through qualification and investment for high-net-worth clients. Legal advice for investors in Canada.
ZSA LEGAL RECRUITMENT (Canadá) | Consultant
Strategic legal talent consulting for the most prestigious firms in the Canadian market, under North American corporate standards.
TERÁN YANNUZZI Y ASOCIADOS LAW FIRM | Associate Attorney
Professional practice focused on corporate and civil law, providing counsel to individuals, economic groups, and influential sectors of the country.
EDUCATION & AFFILIATIONS
Attorney | Universidad Santa María (USM).
Specialization in Commercial Law | Universidad Católica Andrés Bello (UCAB).
Active Member | Colegio de Abogados de Caracas.
VENEZUELAN-CANADIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (CAVECAN) | First Vice Presidenta
Strategy management for strengthening binational trade and coordinating institutional synergies.
PROFESSIONAL PHILOSOPHY
“My approach involves transforming regulatory complexity into a strategic advantage. I support my clients in their local needs as well as their expansion and mobility challenges, ensuring that every legal step is aligned with their long-term goals.”
Languages
– Spanish
– English
– French
Solange Sheuat
Education
– Central University of Venezuela, Faculty of Legal and Political Sciences, School of Law. (Lawyer 2019).
Professional Activity
– De Sola Pate & Brown – Consulting Lawyers (2017- 2019). (Legal assistant)
Memberships
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
Lenguajes
– Spanish
– English (Basic)
Nahomy Estrada (Caracas, 1990).
Education
– Santa María University (Lawyer – 2013).
Professional Activity
– Lawyer of MHOV Lawyers (2018).
– Junior Lawyer of the Credit Documentation Management of the Agricultural Banking of BANESCO Banco Universal (March 2018-December – 2018).
– Junior Lawyer in the Mass Credit Documentation Management in the Legal Consultancy of Banco Nacional de Credito, C.A., Banco Universal. (2017-2018).
– Specialist in Law at the National Institute of Parks (INPARQUES). (2016-2017).
– Lawyer in the Substantiation area at the Ministry of Tourism (MINTUR) (2015-2016).
– Lawyer (Substitution) in the 16th AMC Prosecutor’s Office in matters of Common Crimes. (2015).
– Legal Assistant (Substitution) 108th Prosecutor’s Office for Children and Adolescents. (2013-2014).
Institutional and academic activity
– Arbitration Sessions. Within the framework of the fifteenth anniversary of the Commercial Arbitration Law. Andres Bello Catholic University (2013).
– Social and Community Reconciliation Program of the Legal Clinic. Business Center for Conciliation and Arbitration (CEDCA). Andres Bello Catholic University. (2012).
Institutional and Academic activity
– VIII National Congress of Jurisprudence in Labor Law (2011).
– VI International Congress on Forensic Sciences and Criminal Investigation (2010).
Areas of Expertise
–He has focused his professional practice in the areas of Commercial, Environmental, Criminal, Corporate and Banking Law.
Memberships
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
– Lawyer’s Social Welfare Institute..
Lenguajes
– Spanish
– English: Coursed at the School of Modern Languages ACEIM – FUNDEIM. (2017).
David Alexander Fuentes Hidalgo
Education
-Central University of Venezuela (Lawyer – 2025).
Central University of Venezuela (Bachelor’s Degree in International Studies – 2022).
Professional Experience
-Global Consulted (2025-2026) (Global Mobility Consultant).
Memberships
-Bar Association of the Capital District.
Institutional and Academic Activities
-General Course on Intellectual Property – World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
-Course on Human Rights Protection Systems – Andrés Bello Catholic University (UCAB).
-1st Annual Seminar on International Criminal Law and Human Rights.
-International Conference on International Relations – Center for Strategic Studies in
International Relations (CEERI).
Languages
– Spanish
– English
Diego Alejandro Beltrán González
Educación
– Central University of Venezuela (Lawyer, 2019)
– Universidad Monteávila (Specialist in intellectual property, 2023)
Professional Activity
– Consulting Attorney at Collateral Base – Peoria, Illinois (2020 – Current)
– Lawyer at MHOV Lawyers – Caracas (2019-2020)
– Legal assistant at De Sola Pate & Brown – Caracas (2018-2019)
Areas of expertise
– Industrial property (Trademarks and Patents), Intellectual Property litigation, license agreements and technology transfer, social networks, among others.
Memberships
– Bar Association of the Capital District.
– International Trademark Association (INTA).
Languages
– Spanish
– English
– French