Latham & Watkins LLP continues to stand out for its strength in Latin America M&A and private equity transactions. It consistently handles deals valued in excess of $1bn along with a large number of mid-cap transactions. It now advises a range of private equity and financial investors on Latin America deals and has expanded its corporate client base of multinationals and Latin American businesses. In particular, the Latin America team has impressed in banking and financial institutions M&A. Among numerous headline transactions, the practice advised Banco Davivienda on its integration of Scotiabank’s operation in Colombia, Panama and Costa Rica. Antonio Del Pino is chair of the Latin America practice and a recognised leader in M&A and private equity transactions in the region; Global Infrastructure Partners, Patria Investments and Linzor Capital are notable clients. Madrid partner Ignacio Pallarés is central to the firm’s work for Spanish clients in Latin America and has handled a series of major divestments in recent years. Washington DC-based Carlos Ardila is a native of Colombia and has a growing reputation in Latin America M&A and finance, with a particularly notable record in private equity transactions. Eli Curi provides further expertise in venture financings and growth company transactions. Francisco Lanusse continues to impress at associate level. Named individuals are based in New York unless stated otherwise.
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‘The team that assisted us is made up of excellent professionals, with exceptional commitment, the highest level of professionalism, and specialised knowledge. Their constant availability, their clarity of concepts and advice, their extensive knowledge, and their human qualities make them excellent advisers.’
‘The lawyers are characterised by their professionalism, unconditional commitment, high level of knowledge, and their human qualities. Carlos Ardila and Antonio Del Pino are exceptional professionals and wonderful people.’
‘The team's depth; they have the muscle to handle several complex transactions at once. Their knowledge of Latin America is enormous.’
‘ Tony Del Pino, very practical and business-oriented. Francisco Lanusse, as an associate, is a tireless worker with an impressive ability to handle several issues simultaneously.'
‘I think the Latham & Watkins team in Latin America is extraordinary. They know the region and the key players in the firms and the industry very well.’
‘Tony Del Pino is a rock star. His knowledge of Mexico and the region is a huge plus for the team. '
Key clients
- Banco Davivienda
- Banco Galicia
- Elliott Investment Management
- Global Infrastructure Partners
- Almar Water Solutions
- Transelec
- Apollo Global Management
- Energy Capital Partners
- Ares Management
- Investment Management Corporation of Ontario (IMCO)
- Softys
- EIG Global Energy Partners
Work highlights
Ongoing advisory to Banco Davivienda on its integration of Scotiabank’s operation in Colombia, Panama and Costa Rica.
Advised Grupo Financiero Galicia on its $550m acquisition of HSBC’s Argentine business, (including more than 100 branches) and provides banking, asset management and insurance services.
Representing Amber Energy on its potential acquisition of PDV Holding, the parent of CITGO Petroleum Corporation.
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Practice head
Antonio Del Pino