Banking and finance lawyers at Garrigues strike the right note with sources for their ‘in-depth knowledge of the issues’ and ’ability to explain complex concepts well’. Widely regarded as a leading banking regulation expert, department co-head Roberto Borrás is sought after by local and international banks, fintechs and other financial entities to advise on the incorporation of new financial institutions, banking M&A and digital payment issues, among other regulatory matters. Borrás is notably advising major neobank, Nubank, on regulatory processes connected to its incorporation and operation. On the transactional front, fellow group co-head Francisco Noguera stands out for his record in project finance; he acted in conjunction with the infrastructure team to advise Ashmore, BlackRock and Finaciera de Desarrollo Nacional (FDN), as lenders, on a $216m refinancing granted to Concesión Transversal del Sisga, as concessionaire of the 4G toll-road project, Corredor Transversal del Sisga. The team further benefits from a deep pool of associates, including Lissa Parra Alarcón, who was promoted to principal in January 2024; senior Mónica Rodríguez G, who specialises in cross-border transactions; projects-focused senior Nicolás Angulo; and intermediate María Parga.
Testimonials
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- ‘What makes Garrigues stand out from other firms is its excellent team of professionals, with whom one feels permanently supported. Its work is not only top quality, but also timely.’
- ‘Roberto Borrás mixes extensive experience in financial law with deep knowledge of public policy and regulatory affairs. Roberto's team is characterised by its knowledge, closeness, disposition and opportunity.’
Key clients
- Nequi Compañía de Financiamiento
- Investment Development Bank
Work highlights
- Advised Nubank on the regulatory processes for the incorporation and operation of a financial institution in Colombia.
- Advised BNP Paribas, Crédit Agricole CIB, Deutsche Bank (London branch), MUFG Bank, Natixis, Nomura Corporate Funding Americas, Société Générale and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation on the financing for Aligned Data Centers’ acquisition of ODATA.