Clients seek out the banking and finance practice at Ferrere for its regulatory prowess and strong experience in advising clients on interactions with the Bolivian government. The group also excels at assisting international financial institutions and multilateral organisations on structuring operations with local companies. In response to the economic situation in Bolivia, the firm has worked to optimise costs for international payments, and designed debt restructuring with innovative alternatives such as crypto assets. Diego Villarroel leads the team, specialising in project finance, regulatory banking matters and capital markets. Raised to the partnership in September 2025, Santiago Rodríguez has in-depth knowledge of infrastructure financing, bond issuances in the US market, and crypto regulations. Associate José Rivero is a key member of the team, and advises on fintech, private equity, and insurance and reinsurance matters.
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Key clients
- ADP International Services
- AIRTM
Work highlights
Advised Cargill Americas on twenty-three transactions related to loan arrangements with relevant clients and players in Bolivia.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
José Rivero
Practice head
Diego Villarroel
Other key lawyers
Santiago Rodriguez; José Rivero