Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance remains a major force in Latin American projects and energy matters, building on its experience in representing a large number of investment banks, commercial banks, development finance institutions and export credit agencies. It has achieved a leading position in loan financings, project bonds and hybrid financings in Colombia, Peru, and Paraguay. It has led the field in 4G and 5G toll-road financings and refinancings in Colombia. The return of Gianluca Bacchiocchi to the New York office from Latham & Watkins LLP in March 2025 is a major boost; Bacchiocchi has a major focus on the Latin America energy and infrastructure sectors, bringing decades of experience in project finance, acquisition finance and hybrid financing structures. Fabricio Longhin is co-head of the firm’s Latin America group and has an outstanding record in infrastructure projects in Colombia and throughout the region, along with renewable energy projects in multiple jurisdictions. Jessica Springsteen is an increasingly prominent practitioner in renewable energy and energy transition projects in Latin America, as is the Madrid-based José Guardo, who is making a greater impression in the market. Counsel Alberto Haito has also led a number of the firm’s key engagements in Latin America.The deeply experienced Lori Ann Bean provides further expertise in power and renewables projects in Latin America. New York-based Hugo Triaca covers capital markets transactions and financings in the energy and infrastructure sectors, while fellow New York partner Mariana Estévez is also noted for hybrid financings. All named individuals are based in Washington DC unless stated otherwise.Former counsel Patricio Abal moved in house in July 2025.