The banking and finance team at Garrigues handles structured finance, project finance and corporate deals, in addition to offering regulatory expertise. With a notable track record in transactions in the healthcare, energy and industrial sectors, the firm is a popular choice for major national and global banks, as well as various financial sponsors. Oscar Arrús spearheads the department and advises borrowers and international financiers on corporate and structured financings. Sergio Amiel is recognised for his work in energy-related financing, while Thomas Thorndike covers capital markets regulation and pre-bankruptcy financial restructurings. José Francisco Meier’s practice extends to structured finance transactions, while Diego Harman handles leveraged finance and hybrid financings. At the principal and senior associate levels, Jorge Fuentes assists clients with the local and global issuance of securities, Miluska Gutierrez concentrates on derivatives and fintech matters, and Carolina Pérez-Taiman works on corporate deals in the infrastructure sector. Counsel Héctor Zegarra is another key practitioner to note.
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Testimonials
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‘We have been working with Garrigues for many years. They are leaders in the market and can carry out any transaction.'
‘Thomas Thorndike has led the team in charge of our transaction, and with his excellent work he has brought our financing transactions forward. Miluska Gutierrez is an excellent lawyer who does not make mistakes.'
‘They are knowledgeable and experts in the field, especially in complex transactions.'
‘Diego Harman, Thomas Thorndike and Jose Francisco Meier are stand-out team members.'
‘Thomas Thorndike is a first-class professional.'
‘I have worked with the team in specific circumstances, and they are solid and well-coordinated. Their strength has been demonstrated through the outcome of the work, which illustrates a collaborative team effort.'
Key clients
- Bank of China
- Bank of Communications
- China Minsheng Banking
- Shanghai Rural Commercial Bank
- Scotiabank Peru
- Andean Telecom Partners
- Gas Natural de Lima y Callao (Cálidda)
- Banco Santander
- Banco BTG Pactual
- Metro de Lima Línea 2
- Citibank del Peru
- Banco Interbank
Work highlights
Advised Enerflex Services Perú in connection with a $850m financing granted to Enerflex, and a $625m notes issuance by Enerflex.
Advised IMI FUELS and its affiliates in connection with a financing transaction for $650m, obtained from a group of financial entities that included Citizens Bank as agent and lender.
Advised Citigroup, HSBC, and Banco Santander in a $550m bank financing transaction for AUNA and Grupo Salud Auna Mexico.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Thomas Thorndike
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Diego Harman
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Jorge Fuentes
Miluska Gutierrez
Practice head
Oscar Arrús