Augusto Figueroa Chavarría

Augusto Figueroa

Senior Counsel

Augusto Figueroa is Senior Counsel at GarciaBodan Managua (Nicaragua).

He brings more than 20 years of legal experience advising domestic and international companies on corporate, commercial, labor, and civil law matters. His practice is characterized by a strong focus on risk management, regulatory compliance, and strategic legal support for business operations.

Throughout his career, he has advised companies and individuals on due diligence processes, business structuring, contract drafting, and the acquisition of licenses, permits, and special authorizations. He also has experience providing legal support for investment projects and handling regulatory matters related to commercial and operational activities.

His professional background includes senior management roles in companies engaged in manufacturing processes, logistics, import, and export operations. Augusto has also advised on real estate and telecommunications matters, strengthening his expertise in regulated industries and complex business transactions.

  • Litigation
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Arbitration
  • Mediation
  • Conciliations
  • Advising local and international companies on corporate, commercial, labor, civil, and regulatory matters.
  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial, corporate, and civil contracts.
  • Assisting clients in obtaining licenses, permits, and special authorizations required for business operations.
  • Advising on real estate transactions and the preparation of related legal documentation.
  • Participating in projects involving the telecommunications sector and other regulated industries.
  • Supporting import, export, and commercial logistics operations through legal and regulatory guidance.
  • Advising on negotiations and dispute resolution strategies aimed at mitigating risks and protecting business interests.
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  • Diploma in Trusts – Ibero-American Institute of Higher Studies, 2023.
  • Admitted to practice as Attorney since 2007 and as Notary Public since 2022.
  • Graduated in Law – Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua (UNAN-Managua), 2003.
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Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

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