Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uria’s capital markets practice illustrates strengths in securities regulation, in addition to domestic bond issuances and securitisation structures. With ample experience in undertaking cross-border work across Chile and Colombia, the group’s client roster includes brokerage firms, issuers, banks and fund managers. Antonio Guarniz heads the department and is proficient in equity issues, medium-term and syndicated loans and the acquisition of companies listed on the stock exchange. Victor Bravo focuses on finance leases and asset securitisation, while Mario Arce handles financial regulation matters and the incorporation of fintech companies in Peru.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Partner Antonio Guarniz stands out, in addition to his in-depth knowledge, for his ability to understand clients' needs, proposing structures tailored to their needs.’
  • ‘It's a highly qualified team. The senior partner has extensive knowledge of the subject matter and a very good understanding of the business.’
  • ‘It's a highly qualified team with a very good understanding of the business. They are ready to resolve any issue in a practical way, seeking the greatest efficiency for the company.’
  • I worked directly with Antonio Guarniz, the senior partner, who is highly qualified and has extensive knowledge and experience in this type of transaction. I also worked with Mario Arce, who demonstrated knowledge of the subject matter and, above all, great willingness and availability to answer questions at any time.’

Key clients

  • Mall Aventura
  • Grupo BVL, Bolsa de Comercio de Santiago and Bolsa de Valores de Colombia
  • Redditus Capital
  • Popular Sociedad Administradora de Fondos de Inversión
  • Faro Capital Sociedad Administradora de Fondos Mutuos
  • Enfoca Sociedad Administradora de Fondos de Inversión
  • Grupo Coril
  • Grupo Visiva
  • Grupo Megacentro
  • LXG Capital
  • Core Capital
  • Grupo Lindcorp

Work highlights

Advising Mall Aventura in the process of obtaining a bridge loan of up to PEN350m with Scotiabank Perú, and in the issuance of securitised bonds through a private placement in the Peruvian Stock Market for up to PEN400m.

Practice head

Antonio Guarniz

Other key lawyers

Victor Bravo; Mario Arce