White & Case LLP has one of the most prestigious Miami-based Latin America practices. With its outstanding teams in banking and finance, projects and energy, and white-collar crime and investigations, it continues to build its standing in the market. The Miami office is central to the firm’s leading position in project development and finance throughout Latin America. This includes multiple engagements from Inter-American Investment Corporation (IDB Invest), which the team recently advised on a $103m term financing facility for Terminal Cuenca del Plata, as part of the Port of Montevideo’s expansion. Sean Goldstein is head of project development and finance for the Americas, has played a pivotal role in developing the firm’s connection to IDB Invest and has an outstanding record in Latin America projects; he is widely recognised for his expertise in project documents and construction arrangements. Previously head of the Latin America practice, native Spanish speaker Carlos Viana retains an illustrious reputation in project finance across the region, particularly in the renewable energy segment. Anna Andreeva provides further senior expertise in bank and project finance, along with aviation finance and equipment leasing financings. Maria Beguiristain is a leading name in white-collar crime and investigations, focusing on Latin America. Silvia Marchili has over 20 years’ experience in international arbitration in the energy, natural resources and infrastructure sectors; she is particularly known for investor-state arbitrations. Estefanía San Juan is another emerging talent in international arbitration in the Latin America market. White collar crime and investigations partner Michael Garcia left the firm in January 2025.
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