The banking and finance team at Garrigues handles structured finance, project finance and corporate deals, in addition to offering regulatory expertise. With a notable track record in transactions in the healthcare, energy and industrial sectors, the firm is a popular choice for major national and global banks, as well as various financial sponsors. Oscar Arrús spearheads the department and advises borrowers and international financiers on corporate and structured financings. Sergio Amiel is recognised for his work in energy-related financing, while Thomas Thorndike covers capital markets regulation and pre-bankruptcy financial restructurings. José Francisco Meier’s practice extends to structured finance transactions, while Diego Harman handles leveraged finance and hybrid financings. At the principal and senior associate levels, Jorge Fuentes assists clients with the local and global issuance of securities, Miluska Gutierrez concentrates on derivatives and fintech matters, and Carolina Pérez-Taiman works on corporate deals in the infrastructure sector. Counsel Héctor Zegarra is another key practitioner to note.
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‘We have been working with Garrigues for many years. They are leaders in the market and can carry out any transaction.'
‘Thomas Thorndike has led the team in charge of our transaction, and with his excellent work he has brought our financing transactions forward. Miluska Gutierrez is an excellent lawyer who does not make mistakes.'
‘They are knowledgeable and experts in the field, especially in complex transactions.'
‘Diego Harman, Thomas Thorndike and Jose Francisco Meier are stand-out team members.'
‘Thomas Thorndike is a first-class professional.'
‘I have worked with the team in specific circumstances, and they are solid and well-coordinated. Their strength has been demonstrated through the outcome of the work, which illustrates a collaborative team effort.'
‘The Garrigues team has provided us with excellent service for many years on a variety of banking and capital markets issues. They work efficiently and are collaborative with other parties to the transaction, which improves the transaction closing process. They have a very complete team, including very strong women in their specialisations.'
‘They are professionals attentive to the particular needs of their clients. They respond quickly, clearly and accurately. Thomas Thorndike and Miluska Gutierrez are excellent attorneys!'
Clients clés
- Bank of China
- Bank of Communications
- China Minsheng Banking
- Shanghai Rural Commercial Bank
- Scotiabank Peru
- Andean Telecom Partners
- Gas Natural de Lima y Callao (Cálidda)
- Banco Santander
- Banco BTG Pactual
- Metro de Lima Línea 2
Points forts
- Advised Enerflex Services Perú in connection with a $850m financing granted to Enerflex, and a $625m notes issuance by Enerflex.
- Advised IMI FUELS and its affiliates in connection with a financing transaction for $650m, obtained from a group of financial entities that included Citizens Bank as agent and lender.
- Advised Citigroup, HSBC, and Banco Santander in a $550m bank financing transaction for AUNA and Grupo Salud Auna Mexico.
Avocats
Les grands avocats du marché
Avocats associés reconnus parmi les leaders du marché par leurs pairs et leurs clients, régulièrement présents dans les grands dossiers dans lesquels ils sont au premier plan.
Thomas Thorndike
Les grands avocats de demain
Jeunes associés disposant d’une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.
Diego Harman
Meilleurs collaborateurs
Jeunes avocats collaborateurs ou counsels qui se distinguent régulièrement par leur présence dans des dossiers importants du marché, et qui sont identifiés par le marché comme de jeunes talents à suivre.
Jorge Fuentes
Miluska Gutierrez
Responsable de la pratique
Oscar Arrús