The corporate and M&A team at Garrigues operates across the energy, investment and telecoms sectors, and undertakes a high-level of acquisitions, sales and landmark transactions. Under the guidance of the reputed Sergio Amiel, who is well-versed in project development and finance, the team’s clientele includes major Peruvian corporations and investment funds. Thomas Thorndike focuses on acquisition financing, José Francisco Meier is a go-to for corporate structured finance and Héctor Zegarra (appointed partner in January 2025) assists with M&A in the Spanish market, in addition to the structuring and negotiation of local and global corporate deals. Ky support at associate level is provided by principal's Jorge Fuentes and Alessandro Mussio.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team is solid with extensive knowledge not only in practice but also in my company's industry. The team's closeness and swiftness of action give the client complete peace of mind.’
- ‘We can always count on the team. They work very efficiently. They know how to adapt to business needs.’
- ‘Sergio Amiel and Héctor Zegarra are a great team. They are always attentive and very willing. They also have extensive knowledge and experience in all types of transactions.’
Key clients
- Actis
- Atitlan
- Linzor Capital
- Grupo Energía Bogotá and Dunas Energía
- Luz del Sur
- Boylesports (Gibraltar) Limited
- Advent International
- AmFresh
- Abu Dhabi Developmental Holding PJSC
- Vitapharma
- Grupo Blumos
- Andean Telecom Partners Perú
Work highlights
Advised Actis on the acquisition of 92.35% of the shares of Enel Generación Perú, for approximately $1.5bn.
Advises Linzor Capital Partners on the acquisition of 100% of Wi-Net Telecom.
Advised Alicorp as the seller of its griding business in Bolivia, Peru, and Uruguay for an enterprise value of approximately $173m, for 100% of the shares of Industrias de Aceite, its subsidiary R.Trading, and Hammer.
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.
Héctor Zegarra
Practice head
Sergio Amiel
Other key lawyers
Thomas Thorndike; José Francisco Meier; Héctor Zegarra; Jorge Fuentes; Alessandro Mussio