Colab’s banking and finance practice is renowned for its expertise in structuring complex project financings, cross-border transactions and public-private partnerships (PPPs). The team handles major deals in the infrastructure and financial inclusion sectors, advising on high-profile syndicated loans, private placements and fintech investments. The team has notable experience advising on banking regulations, M&A and emerging tech matters. Jorge Gross Brown is a leading figure in the market with a strong track record advising on complex transactions for international development finance institutions and private equity firms. Mauricio Salgueiro is recognised for his leadership in transactional law, excelling in complex financings, particularly regarding green hydrogen initiatives and fintech investments, making him a key player in venture capital and financial services. Renato Tenace combines his judicial background with regulatory expertise, focusing on AI infrastructure, digital assets and other highly regulated sectors.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction

Key clients

  • IDB Invest
  • United States Development Financial Corporation
  • AGB Constructora
  • Atome Energy
  • Financiera FIC
  • Allianz Capital Partners
  • JPMorgan Chase Bank
  • Puente Casa de Bolsa
  • Banco Itau Paraguay
  • Petra Emprendimientos
  • Fundación Moises Bertoni
  • Importadora Paraguay

Work highlights

Advised Allianz Capital Partners on a $100m private placement in in a HoldCo financing related to Paraguay’s PPP toll road project.
Advised on a joint $200m senior unsecured loan provided by US DFC and JP Morgan for on-lending to SMEs, with a focus on supporting women-led businesses.
Advised IDB Invest on a $19.25m senior unsecured loan to Ueno Bank for financing Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in local currency.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Jorge Ignacio Gross Brown; Mauricio Salgueiro

Other key lawyers

Renato Tenace