Lauded for its 'dynamic, client-focused approach and multidisciplinary expertise', the team at Pérez Correa González is experienced in advising banks, investment funds, development agencies, non-bank financial institutions and fintechs on the negotiation and structuring of financial transactions. Financial services regulatory matters, payment systems, alternative lending and e-commerce management constitute additional areas of expertise. The practice is co-directed by experienced duo Jorge Labastida and Fernando Eraña. Labastida, who is praised for his 'pragmatic approach' and 'exceptional analytical skills', specialises in asset-backed and structured finance, project finance and real estate finance. Eraña, noted for his 'ability to handle high-stakes negotiations with remarkable aplomb', deals with M&A, finance and technology-related transactions. Emilio Carrillo Peñafiel (banking and finance, corporate law) is also noted. Following the August 2024 departure of senior Eduardo Montenegro, the key associate-level contacts are Eduardo Yrigoyen (financing transactions) and Omar Sarabia (corporate and M&A, real estate, banking and finance).
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Pérez Correa González stands out for its dynamic, client-focused approach and multidisciplinary expertise. They combine strong legal counsel with a highly collaborative and agile structure, ensuring tailored solutions for complex legal matters. The firm’s key strengths lie in its deep experience across banking and finance, corporate law, dispute resolution, allowing clients to benefit from a comprehensive legal strategy under one roof.'
  • ‘Jorge Labastida and Fernando Eraña - their unique qualities make them invaluable.'

Key clients

  • Sucro Can Sourcing
  • United States International Development Finance Corporation

Work highlights

Advising Manscaped on the negotiation and execution of a non-possessory pledge agreement over its assets in Mexican territory.
Practice head

Jorge Labastida; Fernando Eraña

Other key lawyers

Emilio Carrillo Peñafiel; Eduardo Yrigoyen; Omar Sarabia