The eight-strong team at CMS Carey & Allende is experienced across the gamut of banking and finance work, including project finance transactions, banking regulatory compliance, debt structuring, loan transfers, and the issuance and placement of listed and private bonds. It also assists with a range of loans (particularly syndicated credits), and M&A-related financings. At partner level since April 2024, practice leader Enrique Vergara (who ‘demonstrates exceptional technical knowledge’), is an expert in syndicated loans, infrastructure and energy project finance, debt restructuring, credit transfers, corporate bonds and banking regulatory issues; Jorge Allende Destuet has notable expertise in advising hospitality, finance and natural resources sector clients; and Ramón Valdivieso specialises in banking and finance, along with capital markets, M&A and telecoms. Also noted, Carolina Veas heads up the firm's competition and fintech practices.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Accolades
Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: NPS ®
Testimonials
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- ‘What distinguishes this practice is its combination of deep technical knowledge, strategic business vision, and exceptional ability to anticipate risks.’
- ‘The team stands out for its agility, commitment, and closeness to the client, delivering clear and timely solutions even in complex contexts.’
Key clients
- KKR
- OnNet Fibra
Work highlights
Advised OnNet Fibra regarding financing for the acquisition of the right to operate the existing fibre optic network of Claro and VTR.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Enrique Vergara