Rodrigo’s bankruptcy and restructuring department is recognised for its strength in private reorganisations, post-petition and distressed financings, and asset acquisitions involving insolvent or financially distressed companies. The practice is led by Guillermo Puelles, who specialises in distressed M&A, private and public insolvency, restructuring, and liquidation proceedings; while Hugo Silva is recognised for his expertise in domestic public restructuring and liquidation matters. At associate level, Sabrina Montoya is well-versed in Chapter 11 proceedings, while Gaspar Flores focuses on administrative law, insolvency proceedings and financial restructuring. Associate Renzo Rossi recently rejoined the firm after completing his master’s degree in France and advises debtors, financial creditors and strategic creditors on crisis situations, multilateral negotiations and refinancing matters. Jorge Trelles, who focused on corporate liquidation proceedings, left the firm in August 2026.
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Testimonials
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- I must highlight Guillermo Puelles and Renzo Rossi, given the enormous expertise and professionalism they demonstrate in every legal engagement we entrust to them. They are two leading and highly regarded specialists in restructuring.
- It is unique in Peru in terms of the high quality of its services, the consistent quality and professionalism of its partners, and the impeccable nature of its work.
- In-depth knowledge of the market and regulations. Excellent response times and creative solutions.
- Gaspar Flores: Commitment to the client and creativity in providing solutions.
- Rodrigo's Bankruptcy and Restructuring team is highly specialized and has extensive experience in both domestic and cross-border processes. It is a cohesive and highly capable team, well-suited to meet its clients' needs. The team is perceived as very reliable and prudent in its decisions, which provides clients with peace of mind when making their choices.
- The team led by Guillermo Puelles is highly specialized and offers its advice in clear terms for the best understanding of its clients. Their attention to detail in the consultation allows clients to make decisions with a proper assessment of potential contingencies.
Key clients
- LATAM Airlines Group
- Entel Perú
- Frontera Energy del Perú
- Special New Fruit Licensing Limited
- Heinz Panamá
- Scotiabank Perú
- Banco Santander Perú
- Chubb Peru Compañía de Seguros y Reaseguros
- Trafigura Perú
- Southern Perú Copper Corporation, Sucursal del Perú
- Casco G-3 Investments
- Astaldi Sucursal del Perú
Work highlights
Advised Frontera Energy del Perú on its crisis and liquidation strategy arising from financial distress and environmental sanctions.
Advised Chubb Peru as lead counsel on the insolvency of Obrainsa, securing recognition of a $70m claim.
Advised Trafigura PTE and Trafigura Perú on the insolvency of Compañía Minera San Ignacio de Morococha.
Lawyers
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Leading associates
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Renzo Rossi
Gaspar Flores
Practice head
Guillermo Puelles
Other key lawyers
Hugo Silva; Sabrina Montoya; Gaspar Flores; Renzo Rossi