Hogan Lovells welcomes Guillermo Larrea to leading global Privacy and Cybersecurity practice

“We are excited to welcome Guillermo to our team,” said Janice Hogan, Practice Group Leader for the Global Regulatory & Intellectual Property practice group. “His deep understanding of the legal landscape in Latin America and his proven track record in managing high-profile cases will be invaluable as we continue to see an increasing demand for technology, cyber, privacy, and data protection legal services in the region.”

Larrea is recognized as a leader in two areas. His privacy and data security work tackles emerging data-related issues, including international transfers, data breaches, cloud computing contracts, e-commerce, and the development of technologies such as artificial intelligence, and blockchain, focusing on their security and compliance implications in the region. He also assists clients with corporate compliance across Latin America, leading a team that handles anticorruption, fraud, and money laundering advisory matters and investigations and enforcement for domestic and multinational companies. He has a strong track record in investigating corruption allegations under Mexico's National Anticorruption System, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and the U.K. Bribery Act.

“We are thrilled to welcome Guillermo to our leading global practice,” said Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice Area Co-Leader Eduardo Ustaran. “Guillermo's experience and innovative approach will be invaluable as we continue to advise clients on the complexities of data protection. His addition to our team underscores our commitment to being at the forefront of this evolving field throughout the world."

Scott Loughlin, Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice Area Co-Leader, added: “Guillermo's success in creating global compliance and cybersecurity frameworks, especially those align General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and US frameworks with various Latin American data protection laws, will enable us to meet our clients' needs at a time of increased digitalization. His leadership will strengthen our ability to navigate regulatory challenges and offer strategic guidance on crisis management and cyber governance for clients seeking global solutions where regional differences matter.”

Larrea’s experience allows him to bridge cultural and language barriers effectively, which is particularly valuable when explaining Latin American business practices to foreign entities and vice versa. His regional focus extends beyond Mexico, giving him an advantage in handling multi-jurisdictional issues across Latin America. Larrea has been at the forefront of cybersecurity and privacy since 2015, developing global data protection programs across Latin American and the world, and leading initiatives in Fintech and responsible AI use.

“We are excited to welcome Guillermo to our office,” said Mexico City Office Managing Partner, Omar Guerrero. "His arrival reflects our dedication to investing in key markets and his experience across the region will be essential in addressing the cultural and language challenges facing our clients across Latin America."

Larrea said: “I am thrilled to join Hogan Lovells and contribute to their globally recognized Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice Area. The firm's commitment to excellence and its strategic focus on Latin America align perfectly with the goals of growing my practice. Our team’s integration and combined experience will allow a unique bridge in the edge of traditional while-collar-crime and legal technology, where business are moving, in what we call a true Digital Compliance Practice dealing with AI ethics & shield, data secure, cyber compliance and risk solutions. I look forward to collaborating with my new colleagues to navigate the complex legal landscape and deliver exceptional service to our clients."

Hogan Lovells' Privacy and Cybersecurity has been consistently ranked as a top-tier practice by Chambers Global and Legal 500. The practice is also known for handling some of the largest data breaches in the retail, health insurance, and hospital sectors1. With a strong presence in Europe and globally, they are at the forefront of legal developments and regulatory growth in cybersecurity.

Hogan Lovells’ Privacy and Cybersecurity practice is the trusted partner for the world’s leading innovators, handling high-stakes, sensitive issues at the forefront of data privacy and cybersecurity. Recognized globally for our expertise, we are proud to be the only firm ranked Band 1 for Data Protection in Chambers Global for several consecutive years—a testament to our unmatched capabilities and market leadership. With a team of more than 100 data protection lawyers spanning the United States, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, our practice is at the cutting edge of advising on data, technology, data, and cybersecurity.

Larrea earned his J.D. from Universidad Panamericana in Mexico, an LL.M. and a Certificate in Business and Public Policy and a degree in Financial Strategies from the University of Pennsylvania.