DLA Piper Perú
Business firm DLA Piper was born in 2005 from the largest ever merger in the legal industry between Gray Cary Ware & Freidenrich, Piper Rudnick and DLA. The international law firm has offices in
almost every region in the world. In Peru, the firm
is located in Lima.
The Peruvian arm of the firm is active in the banking, debt capital markets, M&A and project development practice areas.
In banking, the team
advises lenders
on
project and corporate financing. In corporate financing matters, the firm has a lot of experience with development financing.
The capital markets practice works with underwriters and issuers in debt capital markets matters, including bond issuances.
The M&A practice advises strategic buyers and sellers in firm and asset acquisitions. The firm also represents banking and financial institutions in strategic financial investments.
In project development, the firm acts for concessionaires and developers in projects in the infrastructure, mining and energy industries. It has experience with PPP projects as well as private and public ones.
Key clients for the firm include United Stated DFC, Itaú
Corpbanca, ICBC Perú Bank, Japan International
Coorperation Agency, BTG Pactual, Credicorp Capital
Servicios Financieros, Banco Santander, Giddings Fruit, American Tower Corporation, IDB Invest, ADAMA Agriculture, Grupo Bancolombia,
Ministerio de
Transportes & Comunicaciones del Perú,
Convial Sierra Norte,
Concesionaria
Hidrovía
Amazónica and EPC Consortium.
Research period review: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
During the research period the firm was active
in banking, capital markets, M&A and projects.
The banking team
advised lenders in cross-border financing transactions in the banking and investment management sectors.
Most of the capital markets work was on the debt side in the banking and financial services sectors. The firm advised financial institutions as underwriters in various issuances.
The firm’s M&A team had a diversified impact on the market, advising
buyers and sellers in the energy, telecommunications, and technology
industries among others. The team also worked on
numerous confidential matters.
The
projects team
was engaged in significant
social infrastructure concessions
mainly in
healthcare and transport.
Deal highlights: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
Compañía Minera Raura $126 million financing
LatAm Airlines Group $3.7 billion DIP financing
Longitudinal de la Sierra Highway - Section 2 project
Metro de Lima Línea 2 project
Garrigues
International law firm
Garrigues was founded in 1941 in Spain. Since then, it has expanded to 34 offices across 13 countries. In Peru, the firm
is located in Lima and is known for its outstanding work in financial practice areas.
Garrigues’ Peruvian arm has top tier banking and finance and capital market practices. It also has highly regarded M&A and project development practices.
In banking, the firm acts for lenders and borrowers in project finance, acquisition finance, refinance and corporate finance matters.
The capital markets practice works on both the debt and equity side,
representing issuers,
underwriters and initial purchasers. In debt capital markets, the firm works on investment grade, high yield, municipal,
sovereign and green bond issuances. The equity capital markets practice has experience with IPOs and tender offers.
The M&A team works with buyers and sellers in strategic, private equity assets and company acquisitions, divestments and mergers. It also advises firms in strategic investments.
In project development, the team acts for concessionaires,
developers and financial sponsors in all steps of project development, from financing to construction. It works on PPP and private projects in the energy, social infrastructure, port, transportation and oil and gas industries.
Key clients for the firm include Credicorp, Scotiabank, Banco de Crédito del Perú, Citigroup, BBVA, Bank of America, Intercorp Financial Services, SK Innovation, Arval
Relsa, Corporación Andina de Fomento, Torres Unidas,
Alupar Inversiones, Consorcio Trecca, Auna Group and Santander.
Research period review:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
During the research period,
the firm was active in banking, capital markets, M&A and projects.
The banking
team advised more lenders than borrowers on
cross-border
financing transactions in
the financial services, oil
and gas,
agriculture and natural resources sectors.
In capital markets, the firm was active on the debt side, advising fintech companies in landmark
cross-border securitizations. The firm was also involved in debt issuances for project financing in the transport industry.
In M&A, the firm led cross-border merger transactions as well as
acquisitions in the fintech and technology sectors.
It also
advised investors in shareholder agreements and worked with startup companies.
The
projects team was active in development and finance, advising on PPPs in energy, transport and particularly in the healthcare industry. The financing department worked
with development banks and other financial institutions on the expansion of existing projects in the transport
sector among others.
Deal highlights:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
Alicorp $220 million financing
Anillo Vial
Periférico PPP
Enerflex/Exterran Corporation $735 million merger
Engie Energía Perú $300 million financing
Luz del Sur $500 million bond issuance
Client feedback:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
“In general, good involvement of senior partners and specialization in project finance deals.”
Hernández & Cía
Full-service firm
Hernández & Cía does outstanding work according to their peers and clients. The firm was founded in 1992 and
is located in Lima. It is a member of the
Legalink alliance.
The firm boasts excellent teams across all practice areas. In banking and finance, the team advises lenders and borrowers in syndicated loans, credit agreements and bridge loans related to project financing, corporate financing, refinancings and acquisition finance.
The capital markets team regularly
advises issuers in debt and equity related deals, specifically tender offers, public offerings, secondary offerings, bond issuances and delistings. The team also works with structuring investment funds.
The M&A team has experience with both public and private M&A transactions. It
advises primarily private equity investors in acquisitions,
restructurings and investments, but does also work with strategic investors.
The project development team advises public and private developers and sponsors in the infrastructure, oil and gas, mining and energy industries.
Key clients for the firm include the Carlyle Group, Bank of China, BBVA, Credicorp, Graña y Montero, Faro Capital, W Capital, Grupo Wiese, Deloitte, Proinversion, IFC and
Contugas.
Research period review: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
Over the research period, the practice was active in the
banking, capital markets, M&A and projects practice areas.
The
banking team
advised syndicated lenders in cross-border financing
transactions with complex regulatory components.
The firm’s capital markets work consisted of
advising clients
on ongoing regulatory matters and quota offerings in the real estate sector.
The M&A team was active in the food production, renewable energy, automotive and real estate industries to name a few. The firm advised buyers and sellers in cross-border acquisitions,
and also led corporate reorganization transactions of substantial size.
The firm’s project development team was engaged in various
public-private partnerships such as wastewater treatment plants,
hospital constructions and highways. The team
frequently worked with development banks.
Additionally, the firm did a great deal of work in the mining sector.
Partner Diego Carrión departed
the M&A team to join
Cuatrecasas.
Deal highlights: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
Odebrecht $151 million refinancing
Specialized Hospital of Piura PPP
Talma
Servicios
Aeroportuarios $135 million financing
Client feedback: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
Bank lending: Lender side
“They had planning, order, quick responsiveness, coordination and go beyond the scope of work.”
“Knowledge, proactivity, time management,
compromise and engagement.”
“I worked directly with Jose
Goyburu and Andrea Limon. Highly proactive, critical thinking,
results and solution-orientated, and good negotiation with the counterpart. A lot of ownership.”
“Immediate response, sharp advice, personalized service.”
“Great experience and broad knowledge on this type of transaction, doing impeccable work, always generating creative solutions and bringing specialized advisory.”
“They have deep sector knowledge and strong M&A capabilities.”
“He is responsive, well prepared, deadline-sensitive and solves problems quickly.”
“Problem-solving and proactive, with risk management and creativity.”
“Shows considerable ownership of execution and leads transactions with responsibility. He is results oriented and on time.”
“A lawyer with
great experience and professionalism, super committed to
transactions and with a problem-solving attitude. Perfect execution of deals.”
“Fantastic lawyer – sharp and laser-focused, business-oriented and highly efficient.”
“Knowledge, reputation, problem-solving and commercial skills.”
“Andrea is very proactive and results oriented. She leads negotiations and is very diligent, which leads her to meet the deadlines of each transaction.”
“Deep sector knowledge and solid professional network.”
Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría
he most current iteration of full-service firm
Philippi
Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU &
Uría, or PPU, was formed in 2015 from the merger between Chilean firms Philippi, Yrarrázaval, Pulido & Brunner, Colombian firm Prietocarrizosa and Peruvian firms Ferrero Abogados and Delmar Ugarte. The Ibero-American firm
maintains offices in Chile,
Colombia and Peru, with
additional offices in Spain, Portugal, New York,
London and Brussels thanks to its partnership with Spanish and Portuguese firm
Uría Menéndez. The firm is also part of the SCG Legal and World Law Group networks. In Peru, the firm has one office located in Lima. The office is best known for its work in debt capital markets and project development and financing.
Though PPU is most well-known for its capital markets and projects work, it also has notable M&A and banking practices.
In M&A, the firm acts on behalf of buyers and sellers in acquisitions across
numerous industries. It also works on strategic investments and joint ventures.
In project development, the firm
represents developers and concessionaires in projects in the energy, power,
infrastructure and mining industries. The group has experience working with public and private projects.
The firm also has a notable restructuring and insolvency practice, where the team
represents debtors and creditors in out of court, cross
border and domestic insolvency proceedings.
Key clients for the firm include BHP, IDB Invest, Grupo BVL, Bolsa de Comercio de Santiago, Bolsa de Valores de Colombia and China Civil Engineering Construction.
Research period review: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
Throughout the research period, the firm was active in banking and finance, equity capital markets,
M&A, project development and restructuring and insolvency.
In banking, the firm advised guarantors and borrowers in cross-border financing transactions involving international financial development institutions.
The capital markets team worked on hallmark transactions involving multiple stock exchanges and also advised on complex bond issuances for the financing of projects
and fund raising.
The firm’s M&A department represented private equity firms and pension funds in private acquisitions. It also advised on public acquisitions in the pharmaceutical and agriculture sectors.
The project development team was active in airport concessions and PPPs, oil pipeline projects, wastewater projects and highways. The firm also advised on the financing of projects.
In restructuring and insolvency, the firm advised clients on
controversial
cross-border restructurings and bankruptcy proceedings, primarily in the infrastructure and real estate sectors.
Over the research period, partner Ignacio Lopez de Romaña departed from the firm’s banking and finance department to join Dentons. Partner Javier
Ezeta also
departed from the firm during this period.
Deal highlights: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
Anillo Periferico Vial
project
China Fishery Group
restructuring
Chinchero Airport project
LatAm Airlines $275 million financing
Special Electric Mass Transport System Project of Callao, Line 1 project
Rodrigo Elías & Medrano Abogados
Rodrigo Elías & Medrano Abogados is one of Peru’s premier firms. The full-service firm was founded in 1965 and
is located in Lima. The firm prides itself on its commitment to diversity and has an outstanding mentoring program.
The firm has top tier practices across the board. In banking, the team
represents borrowers and lenders in leasing financing, refinancing, project finance and acquisition financing.
The capital markets team works on both the debt and equity side,
representing issuers and underwriters in bond offerings,
delistings, tender offers and securitizations.
In M&A, the team works on acquisitions and corporate reorganization matters, where it
represents private equity investors and strategic buyers and sellers. The team has experience in public and private M&A across a wide array of industries.
In project development, the firm has
expertise in oil and gas, mining,
energy and infrastructure industries. It
represents concessionaires and financial sponsors.
Key clients for the firm include
Compañía Minera Antamina,
Minsur and LATAM Airlines in banking. In capital markets,
Luz del Suris a key client. In project development the key clients include Republic of Ecuador and BNP Paribas.
Research period review:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
Over the research period, the firm saw activity in banking and finance, capital markets, M&A, project development and restructuring.
The firm’s banking team was involved in
different types of financing transactions including asset acquisition financing in the infrastructure sector and bank lending transactions involving development banks. The firm also advised on syndicated loans.
In capital markets, the firm advised on high-profile sustainability linked bond issuances. The firm advised issuers and underwriters including development banks and other financial institutions.
All the firm’s work was concentrated in debt capital markets.
The M&A department advised buyers and sellers in public acquisitions and asset acquisitions across various industries. The firm also advised private equity firms in private acquisitions.
The firm’s projects team was mostly involved in advising transport infrastructure concessionaires on regulatory matters. The firm also advised sponsors and project companies in the project finance arena and advised on projects in the mining sector.
In restructuring, the firm
participated in restructuring and insolvency proceedings that had notably high market impacts. The firm advised creditors and debtors.
Deal highlights:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
Centenario Renta
Inmobiliaria $300 million bond issuance
Compañía Minera Raura $126 million financing
Inchcape
$1.5 billion acquisition of Derco
LATAM airlines
$3.7 billion DIP financing
Patagonia Holdco $500 million 7.5% bond issuance
The Central America Bottling Corporation
$1.1 billion 5.25% bond issuance
Client feedback:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
“They are extremely responsive, their advice is
very accurate, they are commercial in their approach, their turnaround time for work is excellent and their fees are reasonable for the quality of the work they provide.”
“Very strong across the board. Thoughtful. Close to clients.”
Capital markets: Structured finance
“Experience and dedication.”
“Proactivity, deep knowledge, and availability.”
“REM is undoubtedly the premier firm in Peru for any type of sophisticated cross-border transaction. Their people are well trained, client-focused and extremely diligent. They are also the most commercially minded of the Peruvian firms, with advice that reflects broad experience and sharp analytic skills.”
“Knowledge of the process and relevant issues. Senior lawyers' involvement. Business-orientated, which allows them to understand that legalities could easily kill a deal. Fast response, hard-working lawyers, detail-orientated and creative.”
Project development: Energy
“High knowledge of the sector, partners' involvement, and availability of the team.”
“Excellent substantive knowledge and technical skills. Good bench. Quality client management and deal execution.”
“Very thoughtful.
Very good with clients. Knows Peru.”
“Luis Enrique is a very experienced transactional lawyer with flawless English and a warm personality. He communicates extremely well and is an artful negotiator. He is thoughtful, diligent and has an eye for detail, yet his advice is pragmatic and commercially minded. He is also highly client service- oriented and works exceptionally hard and hits his deadlines.”
“Very knowledgeable of the law, business-oriented, detail-oriented, with problem-solving capabilities.”
Nydia Guevara Villavicencio
“She has experience,
know-how, and problem-solving ability.”
“He's very responsive, his advice is
very accurate and clear, he understands our business and risk tolerance and provides guidance that is aligned with our risk parameters.”
“Mauricio is a good communicator and has solid experience in cross-border M&A.”
“Deep knowledge and availability.”
“Very proactive, young and with promise.”
“A hard-working lawyer, knowledgeable, detail-oriented and trustworthy.”
“Very knowledgeable on tax issues, with problem-solving capabilities and excellent client management.”
“She offers knowledge of the sector, absolute availability for the client, and empathy.”
Arbe Abogados
Arbe Abogados is located in Lima. The firm specializes in corporate and financial law, especially in banking, debt capital markets and M&A.
Focusses/specialisms
In addition to its work in banking, capital markets and M&A, the firm also has experience with the project development practice. In banking, the team acts for borrowers in the banking and financial institutions industry regarding project finance and corporate finance matters. It also advises on regulatory compliance and investment fund related matters.
The capital markets practice has experience on both the debt and equity side, representing issuers. The equity capital markets team helps with public M&A transactions, as well as with investment fund related matters, while the debt capital markets practice advises on bond issuances. The team also has a lot of experience with securitizations.
In M&A, the firm represents strategic firms in buy and sell side acquisitions. It also advises companies in reorganizations and incorporations.
In project development, the firm represents developers with PPP projects in the energy and infrastructure industries.
Key clients
Key clients for the firm include Glide Master Fund, Global Factoring, Moody’s, AV Proyectos & Construcciones, Los Portales, Energy Development Corporation, Rinno Lab, Plataforma D’Iniciatives, Proinversión and Gestora Peruana de Hospitales.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Capital markets
"cercania con el cliente, disponibilidad, conocimiento, practicidad"
M&A
"Responsive, and have the business sense always present"
Dentons Gallo Barrios Pickmann Abogados
One of the world’s largest law firms,
Dentons is truly a global law firm, with 193 locations across 77 countries. In Peru, the firm has one office in Lima.
Focusses/specialisms
The Peruvian office of Dentons is best known for its work in banking, M&A and project development. Though it is capable of working in numerous industries, it is especially prevalent in the real estate and manufacturing industries.
In banking, the firm represents lenders and borrowers in real estate financing, import financing and general working capital financing.
The M&A practice represents strategic firms in asset and firm acquisitions on the buy side, as well as mergers. It also helps companies with incorporations and corporate reorganizations.
The project development practice works largely in the infrastructure and mining industries, representing concessionaires and developers in public procurement and private projects.
Key clients
Key clients for the firm include Natixis, Oikocredit, Banco do Brasil, Minera Bateas, Megacentro, JCDecaux, Wenco, GEA Holding, Autoland, Lactalis Group, Aeropuertos del Perú, GyM Ferrovías and Fresenius Medical Care.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Bank lending
"They have excellent knowledge in the industry, ability, attention to detail, very responsive,"
M&A
"Hands on approach. Excellent local network and knowledge of the market. Insightful advice."
Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie International
Global law firm Baker McKenzie has 76 offices spread across six continents. In Peru, the firm known as
Estudio Echecopar is located in Lima and is best known for its outstanding work in capital markets, project development and project financing.
Focusses/specialisms
Though the firm is known for its top tier work in capital markets, project development and project financing, it also has highly regarded banking and M&A practices.
In banking, the firm acts for borrowers and lenders in project financing, acquisition financing, real estate financing and general corporate financing.
The capital markets team is active across both debt and equity, representing issuers. The debt capital markets has experience with sovereign bond, investment grade, high yield and green bond issuances. On the equity side, it works on public offerings. It also has experience with investment fund formations and securitizations.
The M&A practice acts on the sell and sell side in strategic and private equity acquisitions across a wide variety of industries. It also acts for firms in strategic investments.
In project development, the firm acts for developers and sponsors in PPP and private projects. It is very prevalent in the social infrastructure, sanitation, energy, oil and gas, mining and transportation industries. It works on both financing and development aspects of the projects.
Key clients
Key clients for the firm include Ergon Perú, Inversiones Centenario, Banco Santander, Scotiabank, Republic of Peru, Banco Internacional del Perú, Fondos Sura, Consorcio Transmantaro, Fypasa Construcciones, COSAPI, Citibank and Sinia Capital.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Capital markets: Debt
“Its partner, Alonso Miranda, has impressive knowledge on Capital Markets and he is always available.”
M&A
“They are deeply knowledgeable, customer focused and with good commercial sense.”
Estudio Muñiz - Muñiz Olaya Meléndez Castro Ono & Herrera Abogados
Full service firm Estudio Muñiz was founded in 1981. Since then it has become well known for its work in corporate law. It has also grown to 11 offices across Peru, with the main office being in Lima.
Focusses/specialisms
The firm does notable work in banking, debt capital markets, M&A, project development and project finance.
In banking, the team represents borrowers and lenders in acquisition finance, project finance and corporate finance. It also acts for banks and financial institutions in regulatory matters. The project development and finance team is especially known in the mining industry.
The capital markets practice advises issuers in bond issuances. It also helps out with equity matters stemming from public M&A transactions and investment fund formations.
The M&A practice acts for strategic and private equity firms in acquisitions on the buy and sell side. Many of these transactions are related to project development matters. It also advises on joint ventures and corporate reorganizations.
Key clients
Key clients for the firm include China Three Gorges, Goldman Sachs, Silvestre Perú, BBVA, Gemini Trust Company, the Peruvian Department of Social Security, Arca Continental, Citibank, Whitehelm Capital, China Yangtze Power, Cerámica Lima, HNG Group and Backus and Johnston.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
“They are the top M&A firm in the Peruvian market. They provide sophisticated advice in several industries (which as an investment office we truly value). The depth of the team is also exceptional.”
"It is a firm highly specialized in M&A matters, which is reflected in the number of transactions of this type in which it has participated and in the excellent service they have provided us. Has highly qualified professionals, from the most experienced lawyers to the youngest lawyers with whom we have interacted."
Estudio Olaechea
Estudio Olaechea is a Peruvian firm with an international presence and expert associates.
Focusses/specialisms
The firm is well versed in banking, capital markets and M&A.
The banking team advises international lenders in the infrastructure sector.
In capital markets, the firm advises investment banks and other foreign investors in real estate financing especially.
M&A work is bolstered by a team that possesses expertise in the energy infrastructure sectors.
Key clients
Some of the firm’s key clients include JP Morgan, Deutche Bank, BlackRock, HSBC, Jefferies Group,
Caterpillar International Services del Peru and Credit Suisse.
García Sayán Abogados
García Sayán has over 130 years of experience in financial and corporate law. It is located in Lima and is a member firm of Meritas.
Focusses/specialisms
The firm is well known for its work in the banking and finance practice. It advises borrowers on project financing, corporate financing and refinancing matters. In project financing specifically, the firm is very experienced in the mining industry.
Key clients
Key clients for the firm include Compañía de Minas Buenaventura, Inversiones Colquijirca, Empresa de Generación Huanza, Proveedora de Productos Marinos and Deutsche Investitions-und Entwicklungsgesellschaft.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
“They are very professional, specialized and fulfilled in the issues that we request, it is very helpful to have their advice.”
“Luis Gastañeta provides advice that goes beyond what is normally expected, expanding on his own initiative the look towards the business under evaluation, raising unseen issues and even proposing to improve the initial approach.”
Martinot Abogados
Martinot Abogados is located in Lima. It is a member of several international alliances including Lexwork.
Focusses/specialisms
The firm has many focuses but is well known for its work in the M&A and project development practices. In M&A, the firm acts for buyers and sellers in private whole firm and asset acquisitions. It also works on other corporate matters including restructurings, joint ventures and strategic investments.
In project development, the firm is especially active representing developers in the mining and real estate industries in projects and project acquisitions.
Key clients
Key clients for the firm include Minera CRC, Distribuciones Diesel Peru, Costeño Alimentos Oriente, Mochica Resources, SMC Toropunto, Inversiones Hausser and Avla.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
“Experienced team with attention to detail and outstanding negotiation skills. Impressive working ethics committing and delivering on extremely short timelines. Great judgment identifying relevant matters to be discussed and not allowing minor matters to become issues in the negotiation. Broad range of experience in a number of industries.”
“Excellent knowledge of bankruptcy and restructuring.”
Miranda & Amado
Prominent firm Miranda and Amado
was founded in 1999. It has since grown to become one of Peru’s top firms. It maintains one office in Lima and is a member of the Affinitas alliance.
Focusses/specialisms
The firm is skilled in banking, capital markets, M&A and projects.
The banking team often advises international banks and collaborates with the project finance team on various infrastructure matters.
The capital markets department works with investors in corporate bonds and other debt securities.
The M&A team participates in transactions in a wide range of sectors such as retail, energy, food and beverages, real estate and pharmaceuticals.
Along with the project finance team, the firm also has a project development department that focuses on projects in mining and energy.
Key clients
The firm’s key clients include HSBC, JP Morgan, Bank of America, Citigroup, Banco Santander, SSA Marine, ENGIE and Transportadora de Gas del Perú.
Osterling Abogados
Full service firm Osterling Abogados was founded in 1980. It has since become known for their work in the corporate practice, operating out of their office in Lima.
Focusses/specialisms
The firm has a notable M&A practice. Team members act for strategic firms on the sell side of asset and firm acquisitions. The firm also works on other corporate matters including corporate reorganizations. It also has some experience with securitization and derivatives matters.
Key clients
Key clients for the firm include Wester Construction, Cabo Merlin, Gol TV LatinAmerica and Corpac.
Payet Rey Cauvi Pérez Abogados
Founded in 1996, Payet Rey Cauvi Pérez Abogados is a full service firm highly regarded in the market. The firm is located in Lima, but has an international presence thanks to its affiliation with the World Law Group.
Focusses/specialisms
The firm is best known for its top tier work in banking, debt capital markets and M&A. However, it also does excellent work in equity capital markets and projects. In banking, the team advises borrowers and lenders in loan agreements for refinancing, acquisition finance, project finance and corporate financing matters.
The debt capital markets team represents issuers and underwriters in bond offerings. Regarding equity capital markets deals, the team participates in public offerings.
In M&A, the team advises strategic buyers, sellers and private equity investors in acquisition related matters.
The project development team represents developers in the port, mining, power, telecommunications and social infrastructure industries. Many of these projects had a financial aspect that the banking team assisted with. The firm also has experience with both PPP and private projects.
Key clients
Key clients for the firm include The Carlyle Group, Banco de Crédito del Perú, Scotiabank Perú, Administradora Prime, Inmobiliaria JyD, Creditcorp, Empresas CMPC, Grupo Gold Fields Comercio, Aksiom Partners, Proinversion, Cosco Shipping Ports Chancay Perú and Conselsur.
Client feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021)
Bank lending: Lender side
"Excellent technical solutions. Quick responses. Solid support."
Capital markets
"I believe the most important attribute of the firm is its deep knowledge of the different issues involved in the proceeding. In addition, the members of the firm had a very positive and constructive approach on any of the problems that arose during the proceeding. "
"Excellent expertise and track record on the Peruvian capital markets legal framework."
"The firm exceeds my expectations. I usually interact with Jose Antonio Payet, Eduardo Vega, Juan Antonio Eguez and Alan Garcia. Alan Garcia in particular is very accessible, diligent, and dependable when it comes to me and my company's legal needs. Jose Antonio Payet is very knowledgeable on capital markets and his opinions are very reliable. He is always our go-to lawyer when it comes to difficult, edgy situations. I have used multiple attorneys in the past and this relationship has lasted for more than 10 years because of their professionalism."
Investment funds: Private equity funds
"Knowledge of the matter."
M&A
"Knowledge, good service, dedication"
"Knowledge, deal-oriented. "
"Excellent advice and constant monitoring of moving forward the deal."
Project development: Energy
"Knowledge of the energy sector."
"They demonstrated important knowledge in this state bidding process, considering and preparing all information required. In conclusion, they were very good advisers."
Project development: Mining
"Excellent specific knowledge in areas associated with exploration and mining; support on negotiations; support on legal due diligence."
Rebaza Alcázar & De Las Casas
Rebaza Alcázar & De Las Casas was founded in 2004 and since then has grown to have one of Peru’s leading M&A practices. The firm has two locations in South America: Lima, where it is headquartered and Santiago.
Though the firm excels at M&A, it also does excellent work in banking, debt capital markets and project finance. The banking team participates in loan and credit facilities for agricultural financing and general corporate financing. The team advises both borrowers and lenders.
The capital markets team only works on debt matters such as bond offerings and programs and represents both issuers and underwriters. The team also works with clients to structure investment funds.
In M&A, the team advises private equity investors and strategic buyers and sellers in acquisitions.
The project development team advises public and private developers and sponsors in projects in the oil and gas, infrastructure, port and energy industries.
Key clients for the firm include Grupo Wiese,
Camposol, Scotiabank Peru, Fondo
MiVivienda, Banco Bilbao
Viscaya Argentaria, Coöperatieve Rabobank, HSBC, Grupo El Comercio, Volcan
Compañía Minera,
Proinversion, Petroperu and Monte Azul.
Research period review: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
During the research period, the
firm was active in banking and finance, capital markets, M&A and project development.
The
banking team worked
with investment funds financing the acquisition of real estate and other interests.
Some of the
financings also had ESG components, specifically social.
The capital markets team was also
somewhat active in the real estate sector and advised on debt issuances, among other securitizations. The firm also
advised a few investment funds on capital markets
related
regulatory matters.
In M&A, the firm was active in several domestic asset acquisitions as well as investments and divestments. Some of the acquisitions were also cross-border.
The
projects team was active on the development and financing sides, advising clients on regulatory matters in the mining and port infrastructure sectors. The firm also
advised
on concessions for transport-related infrastructure.
In March of 2022, partner Cesar Luna Victoria
was recruited
from
Rubio Leguía Normand law firm to join the firm’s corporate practice.
Deal highlights: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
Aguaytía and Pucallpa 138 kV transmission line project
Compañía
Eléctrica El
Platanal $141 million asset acquisition
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Equinix $758 million asset acquisition from Entel
Fondo
MiVivienda $600 million bond issuance
North Port Callao Concession Agreement
Rubio Leguia Normand
Rebuio Leguía Normand
is a skilled firm that was established 4 decades ago.
Focusses/specialisms
The firm specializes in project development, typically advising on concession agreements, public tenders and bidding processes. The mining and energy industries are where the firm is most familiar.
Key clients
Some of the firm’s key clients include Minera Yanacocha, Nexa Resources, Orion Resources Partners,
Compañia Minera Santa Luisa, Minera Toro de Plata and
Hartree Metals.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Bank lending : Lender side
"Excellent knowledge of the market; very strong technically as to legal issues; responsive, creative, commercial. "
Bank lending : Borrower side
"Knowledge"
Santivañez Abogados
Since its founding in 1964, Santiváñez Abogados has expanded to two offices in Peru. Though its main hub is in Lima, the firm has another location in Piura.
Focusses/specialisms
The firm has notable corporate and project development practices. In M&A, the firm acts for acquirers and sellers in strategic and private equity acquisitions, mergers and joint ventures. It also works on general corporate financing transactions, acting for borrowers.
The project development team acts for public and private developers and sponsors in project development and finance matters in the energy, mining and oil and gas industries.
Though the firm works across multiple industries, they are especially skilled in the energy industry, specifically electricity.
Key clients
Key clients for the firm include Inkia Energy, Blue Water Worldwide, Electro Dunas, Syneos Health, Proinversion, Nexa Resources, Anglo American Quellaveco and Tarucani Generating Company.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
"They are available 24/7 "
Project Development: Energy
“Santivañez has the top team on energy practice in Perú. They had the responsibility for all the Regulatory Framework on Energy on such M&A deal.”
Sumara Hub Legal
Since its founding in 2018, Sumara Hub
Legal has quickly become known as an up and coming firm in Peru for banking and capital markets. The firm is headquartered in Lima.
Focusses/specialisms
The firm specializes in banking, finance and capital markets law. It works with numerous startup, venture capital and fintech companies.
In banking, the team acts for lenders and borrowers in acquisition financing and corporate financing transactions.
The capital markets team has experience largely in investment funds. It acts for investment fund managers in fund formation, management, development and acquisition matters. It has experience with securitization matters. It also works on capital raises and fundraising matters.
Key clients
Key clients for the firm include La Fiduciaria, Capia Sociedad Administradora de Fondos de Inversión, Diaphanum SAFI, Acres SAFI, Angel Ventures Peru, Pestamype, RebajaTusCuentas, Adelantos Capital, Savar Agentes de Aguana, Global 66, Kambista and FintechLab.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Capital markets: Debt
“Understanding of the market and the business; deep knowledge of the topic.”
Investment funds: Private equity
“The Sumara team specialized in the venture capital industry and startups. That is extremely valuable for us. Also, they are always up to the date, and working with different stakeholders from the venture capital ecosystem to improve regulation for our sector.”
Vizquerra Córdova & Gálvez Abogados
Vizquerra Córdova & Gálvez
Abogados was founded in 1984. Since then, it has grown into a notable firm, especially in the hydrocarbon industry, where the firm has special expertise. The firm is headquartered in Lima.
Focusses/specialisms
The firm does notable work in M&A and project development. In M&A, the team represents strategic sellers in acquisitions and joint venture matters. Though it has unique expertise in hydrocarbons, the firm also works in the agriculture industry.
The project development team represents developers in projects, largely exploration related, in the oil and gas industry.
Key clients
Key clients for the firm include Papelera Panamericana, Agrícola Valle del Sol, GCZ Energía and Grupo Rocio.
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