The rapidly growing corporate and M&A practice at Hernández & Cía advises Peruvian economic groups, notable corporations and private equity firms on various complex and cross-border mandates. Working in tandem with the firm’s tax department, the team demonstrates expertise in the energy, infrastructure and mining sectors, and also has specific expertise in advising on corporate crisis and compliance matters. Industry veteran Juan Luis Hernández concentrates on sophisticated M&A deals and leads the group alongside Alfredo Filomeno, whose core strengths include advising high-profile clients on corporate governance issues. Sandro Cogorno is reputed for his work in the international M&A space, Gloria Zubizarreta handles the negotiation and structuring of M&A transactions, and Erick Calla is a key contact for M&A-related litigation.
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Key clients

  • AB Inbev Group
  • Andino Group
  • BBVA Peru
  • Branch Out Food
  • Cemento Yura
  • Cencosud
  • Compañía Española de Petróleos - CEPSA
  • Compañía Minera San Ignacio de Morococha
  • Chart Industries
  • Chubb Seguros
  • Clarios
  • Colony Capital (formerly The Abraaj Group)

Work highlights

Advised Compañia Española de Petróleos in the sale of its Peruvian oil and gas asset.
Advised Falabella Group in the sale of the controlling stake of Falabella Perú to Plaza, for $454m.
Advised Grupo Romero Investment Office and Primax Perú in the acquisition of products for a value of $64m.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.

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.

Practice head

Juan Luis Hernández; Alfredo Filomeno

Other key lawyers

Sandro Cogorno; Gloria Zubizarreta; Erick Calla