With a strong presence across Latin America and Spain, Garrigues is well versed in complex and high-value M&A, particularly within the entertainment, green energy and power generation sectors. Sergio Amiel heads the department, bringing significant experience in project development and project finance work. Amiel is ably supported by Thomas Thorndike, who handles acquisition finance and the issuance of securities in capital market transactions, and José Francisco Meier, who offers know-how on structured corporate finance and project finance. Counsel Héctor Zegarra’s strengths include the structuring and negotiation of domestic and global corporate transactions, while principal associate Jorge Fuentes assists financial institutions and sponsors in private equity matters.
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‘The team has a lot of M&A experience. They demonstrate agility and a deep knowledge of the field.'
‘Partners are always nearby and directly involved in matters. Sergio Amiel and Thomas Thorndike stand out in these M&A processes.'
‘It is a cohesive team that has been working together for more than 15 years. They think about the business angle first, then they see the legal angle. It is a partner at your side, not a legal service per se.'
‘Sergio Amiel is probably the best M&A lawyer with varied experience to the caliber of NYC lawyers. Jorge Fuentes is recommended.'
‘The team is commercially proactive and competent.'
‘I like the level of commitment and the time they dedicate to getting to know the client and their needs. This gives the team a much deeper level of collaboration when advising and representing you.'
Key clients
- Howden Broking Group
- Samay Holdings
- Actis
- Grupo Romero
- Scotiabank Perú
- Andean Telecom Partners Perú
- Colca Capital
- Inkia Energy
- I Squared Capital
- Inversiones Piuranas
Work highlights
- Advising Credicorp on the acquisition of 100% of Joinnus.
- Advising Grupo Romero on the sale of 50% of Trabajos Marítimos and its subsidiaries, through a strategic joint venture with Global Infrastructure Partners.
- Advising Inkia and I Squared Capital on the sale of 100% of its shares of Inkia Americas II and Samay I to Chambers Capital Holding.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Héctor Zegarra
Practice head
Sergio Amiel