In recent years many Latin American markets have benefited from a booming economic growth, with increasing commerce. In this context, certain standard clauses are frequently included while drafting cross-border agreements. To avoid future headaches, never simply ‘copy and paste’ such clauses, but carefully consider what they establish. This panel will discuss the most commonly used clauses in Latin American cross-border agreements and their effects on parties’ future relationship. Session Chair Mariano Batalla, Batalla Salto Luna, San Jose; Website and Newsletter Officer, IBA Law Firm Management Committee Speakers Cesar Amendolara, Velloza & Girotto Advogados Associados, São Paulo Rafael Boisset, Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uria, Lima Jacobo Cohen Imach, Vice-President General Counsel - Government Relations, MercadoLibre.com, Buenos Aires Juan Manuel Marchan, Perez Bustamante & Ponce, Quito Francisco R Tassi, Bullo Abogados, Buenos Aires