Consortium Legal is a full-service firm in Central America with over 200 lawyers at seven offices located in five countries throughout the region. Over 20 of its legal professionals are based in El Salvador. The firm is particularly strong in banking, advising on many lending deals both domestically and cross-border. Its experience working with banks makes it especially strong in business formation and structuring matters. It also has a strong M&A practice.   

Highlights  

The firm’s banking and finance department advised Digicel as borrower in a financing via bridge loan granted by Citibank for the purpose of debt restructuring. The firm was local counsel on this cross-border transaction, advising on the Salvadorian law aspects. 

The firm also leads in cross-border transactions. In one example, it advises Grupo Financiero Ficohsa in the acquisition via share purchase agreement of Asesuisa, the subsidiary of a multinational insurance company. 

Key clients  

Walmart, La Constancia / AB Inbev, Volaris, Energizer Holdings and D’Empaque  

Testimonials 

“They are a very experienced firm with a robust team. Their expertise is evident, and response time are great.” (Banking: lender side client)