Praised for its ‘deep knowledge of infrastructure', Garrigues operates at the forefront of the projects and infrastructure market. The practice fields a 30-strong group of practitioners who provide counsel on the full spectrum of infrastructure and energy project aspects, including PPPs, contractual, regulatory and permitting matters, financing and M&A, with an emphasis on the transport, water supply, sanitation, and energy industries. Oscar Arrús leads the practice group and specialises in infrastructure, energy and oil-and-gas projects. Further contributing to the team’s success are Thomas Thorndike, who boasts extensive experience in project finance; Diego Harman, a specialist in financing and contractual matters, in addition to hybrid project financings and project bonds; and of counsel Víctor Baca, an expert in regulation and public law who offers advice on regulatory matters as they pertain to project development. At the principal associate level, key contacts are Jorge Fuentes, who advises on energy and infrastructure project development and financing; and Giancarlo Vignolo, who specialises in energy, environment and natural resources. Senior associate Lissy Vega Centeno (zoning, public procurement) and counsel Eduardo Ortega (regulatory issues related to financing and project development) are also highlighted.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Garrigues stands out for its deep knowledge of infrastructure, which makes it a perfect fit for our business. They are very knowledgeable about regulations and how the various ministries operate, as well as all other areas that impact the structuring of financing.'
- ‘The firm’s lawyers have extensive experience in their field and are very open to dialogue. They are pro-business and usually act as great facilitators in negotiations with clients.
- 'There are several lawyers we work with most often and who stand out, led by Oscar Arrus. We also work with Jorge Fuentes and Diego Harman.’
- 'Sergio Amiel and Jorge Fuentes are both very capable in corporate, and Sergio is well-connected in the business community. Sergio is gracious and brings a broader historical and political perspective to the table. Jorge is a very talented young man who works very hard. We were never keeping others waiting.'
- 'It is a team with solid experience and always available to provide clear and personalised support to resolve queries from the internal team.'
- 'It is a solid team with extensive experience in the field, combined with the personalised and direct treatment of the team members in response to the internal team's questions, as well as decision-making support. The willingness, time, and clarity of their recommendations, both from the team's lead partner Oscar Arrús and associate Jorge Fuentes have been key.'
Key clients
- Natixis
- Metro de Lima Línea 2
- Niagara Energy
- ProInversion - Agencia de Promoción de la Inversión Privada
- Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank
- Natixis - New York Branch
- BTG Pactual - Cayman Branch
- Inter-American Investment Corporation
- BofA Securities
- BBVA Perú
Work highlights
Advised ProInversión on structuring and planning the Anillo Vial Periférico PPP, Peru’s first urban ring road valued at $3.4bn.
Advised Metro de Lima Línea 2 on refinancing a $811m guaranteed loan facility, originally secured from European banks and guaranteed by SACE, the Italian export credit agency.
Advised BBVA Perú, BNP Paribas, Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank and Natixis as senior lenders on a $176.6m loan for the San Martín Solar Project, which will be Peru’s largest solar photovoltaic plant.
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.
Diego Harman
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Thomas Thorndike
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Jorge Fuentes
Practice head
Oscar Arrús
Other key lawyers
Sergio Amiel; Thomas Thorndike; Diego Harman; José Francisco Meier; Victor Baca; Jorge Fuentes; Eduardo Ortega; Lissy Vega Centeno; Giancarlo Vignolo