Sought out by international financial institutions and corporations, CMS Grau’s banking and finance offering includes advising on bilateral financing, cross-border transactions and regulatory compliance. Miguel Viale leads the practice and advises on bank lending, collateral structures, project finance and securitisation, with specific expertise in the mining sector. Co-head Juan José Hopkins excels in the fintech space, with experience in advising startups in their seed funding and digital business needs. Cinthia Cánepa focuses on general corporate matters and securities markets, while Andrea Paiba covers syndicated lending.

At Cuatrecasas, the banking and finance group operates across the electricity, construction and renewable energy sectors to guide clients through corporate finance, direct lending, and refinancing and restructuring matters. Aldo Reggiardo spearheads the team and has demonstrable experience in syndicated loans, complex structured financing deals and project finance in the mining industry. Reggiardo is ably supported by Kiomi Osorio, who handles cross-border finance, securities offerings and investment funds work.

Damma Legal Advisors’ banking and finance practice is adept in advising clients on financing transactions and regulatory and compliance matters. Engaged by Peruvian companies, development banks, startups and angel investors, the group is jointly led by Álvaro Castro, who works on fintech business models and securitisation deals, and Juan José Cardenas, a key figure for infrastructure project finance transactions. Gabriela Cuadros focuses on the structuring and negotiation of corporate finance deals, whereas Alma Jimenez possesses banking and insurance regulation know-how.

The banking and finance team at De Bracamonte, Haaker & Castellares routinely advises clients on corporate finance, debt securities, regulatory matters and agricultural and real estate financing. Ricardo Manuel Haaker Yori, who is well-versed in complex trust structures, leads the team alongside Christian Castellares Alfaro, who represents issuers, underwriters and sponsors in the public and private issuance of asset-backed securities, in addition to project bond financing. Luis Fernando Edwards Rios focuses on syndicated loans.

With an established international network, Dentons Peru’s client roster comprises funds, banks, corporations and insurance companies. With ample experience in banking and finance transactions across the mining, energy and fishing sectors, the group routinely assists clients with cross-border transactions, such as lending, financial leases and derivatives and trade financing. Julio Gallo, who is well-versed in corporate finance, project finance and microfinance matters, heads the department alongside Ignacio López De Romaña, who is recommended for his strengths in credit line facilities, syndicated and bilateral loans and regulatory issues. Augusto Ibérico assists financial institutions in the structuring of contractual schemes involving bank trusts, Renzo Camaiora focuses on loans for working capital and project development and Alexandra Egas conducts due diligence exercises.

Distinguished by its extensive global network, DLA Piper Perú’s scope of work includes complex cross-border banking and finance deals, often working across the energy and infrastructure, mining and microfinance sectors. Acting for financial institutions, multinationals and development banks, the group advises on syndicated loans, debt restructuring, green finance and structured finance. The offering is co-led by Sergio Barboza, who has expertise in complex fintech issues, digital payment systems and financing mandates, and Ricardo Escobar, who assists clients in corporate finance matters. Reyna Silva-Santisteban works on the financial structuring of public and private infrastructure projects, Juan Carlos Ramírez focuses on project finance, Nelly Espinoza advises NGOs on sustainability-related financings and Farah Torres handles regulatory matters and debt issuances.

Recognised for its premier banking and finance capabilities, Estudio Echecopar advises a range of leading global financial institutions, in addition to emerging players in the regulatory banking space. The group’s workload includes financing and refinancing transactions, structuring tailored financial arrangements, unsecured term loan facilities and advising on e-lending regulations and international notes offerings. Industry veteran Pablo Berckholtz spearheads the department and advises on syndicated loans, derivatives, project finance, acquisition finance and repurchase transactions. Marco Alarcón covers complex corporate finance transactions and real estate financing, Juan Carlos De Los Heros focuses on project bonds and trusts, while Alonso Miranda handles asset securitisation and the development of real estate businesses. Adrian Tovar is recommended for his know-how in public and private securities offerings and the structuring of investment funds.

With ample expertise in both local and cross-border work, the team at Garrigues operates across the industrial, mining, energy and retail industries, serving a clientele comprising sponsors, international banks and corporations. The group routinely advises on refinancings, syndicated loans, regulatory matters, derivatives and sustainable finance. Oscar Arrús oversees the practice and concentrates on structured and corporate financing, advising a host of global financiers. Thomas Thorndike is well-versed in pre-bankruptcy financial restructuring, Sergio Amiel covers project and acquisition finance, and Diego Harman handles leveraged finance. Jorge Fuentes’ scope of work includes representing borrowers and domestic financial entities in complex financial deals, while Miluska Gutierrez draws from her fintech expertise to aid startups in various stages of fundraising through debt financing.

The stellar banking and finance practice at Hernández & Cía is a popular choice to advise leading local banks, private investors, investment funds and insurance companies. Working in tandem with the firm’s well-established tax department, the group’s workload includes complex international syndicated loans, corporate and real estate loans, leveraged buy-out financing and distressed debt and debt restructuring. Industry veteran Juan Luis Hernández anchors the team and has ample experience in leading major finance deals in the Peruvian market. José Manuel Abastos guides global companies in project finance and sovereign financing, while José Goyburu demonstrates transactional and regulatory expertise, focusing on financing in the infrastructure and construction sectors. Julien Labory-Alicq is well-versed in securitisation, debt funds and cross-border finance, and Andrea Limón is adept in domestic financial sector deals.

The banking and finance practice at Miranda & Amado continues to lead in the marketplace, bringing strength to representing a diverse spectrum of domestic and multinational corporates and financial institutions. The group’s wide-ranging skills covers such areas as acquisition finance, syndicated loans, structured finance, project finance, asset finance, the licensing of local banks and and regulatory compliance. The group is led by Gabriela Dañino, who also heads the firm’s fintech practice, and who brings expertise in project finance. Juan Luis Avendaño Cisneros draws of 20 years managing matters involving acquisition finance, debt offerings, hybrids and securitisation. Other key figures include Rafael Corzo, a specialist in bankruptcy proceedings and financial compliance matters; banking and financial structuring expert José Miguel Puiggros; Alvaro Del Valle, who manages matters involving syndicated loans and public and private securities offerings; and counsel Lisbeth Benavides, who displays expertise in project finance.

The nascent banking and finance practice at Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados works in coordination with the firm’s capital markets team, to advise on securities offerings, complex financing transactions and corporate and project finance. Serving an extensive range of leading international banks, the group is experienced in working across the retail, fishing and energy sectors. Carlos Enrique Arata anchors the department and is skilled in cross-border corporate acquisitions, particularly within the transport and automotive industries. Alesandra Azcárate is a key contact within the group and covers lending transactions, bilateral financings, credit line facilities and securities offerings under Rule 144A and Reg S.

Cementing its status as a market leader, Payet, Rey, Cauvi, Pérez Abogados demonstrates expertise in complex financing mandates, both locally and internationally. Counting top banks and financial institutions amongst its client roster, the group is active in the energy, mining and retail industries, and also advises on fintech and digital banking matters, sanctioning procedures and regulatory compliance. José Antonio Payet is revered for his proficiency in project finance, securitisations and acquisitions and divestitures of public and private companies, and leads the group alongside José Cúneo, who is well-versed in club financing deals and syndicated loans. Giovanna García covers bilateral loans and revolving credit facilities, Eduardo Vega advises institutional investors and fund managers on REITs and the structuring of financial instruments, and Susan Castillo handles the implementation of medium and long-term loans. Rocio Gordillo is adept in corporate and banking law, whereas Rafael Ortiz concentrates on financial regulation matters.

The banking and finance department at Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uria draws on its transactional and regulatory expertise to advise on cross-border financings, structured finance deals, ESG and real estate finance, and financial derivatives. Active across the logistics, tourism and agribusiness sectors, the group frequently advises leading local banks and multinational corporations. Rafael Puigross steers the team and has ample experience in project finance. Ronald Fernández-Dávila is a first-choice expert for infrastructure and aviation financing, while Antonio Guarniz focuses on medium-term loans and asset securitisation. Luciana Carpio-Rivero represents is a key contact for financial entities and private investors, whereas Sergio Rodriguez’s portfolio of work covers Reg S and Rule 144A issuances.

Reputed for its depth of expertise in the banking and finance field, Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas serves a range of banks, private equity and debt funds, and investors. The group is well-placed to advise on debt restructurings, project finance, medium-term loans and sustainable financing. Rafael Alcázar, who is proficient in banking regulation and securities market law, heads the practice alongside Daniel Gonzáles, a key contact for M&A and restructurings. José Jiménez concentrates on spin-offs and corporate reorganisations, Luis Miguel Elias handles financing in the mining and energy sectors, and Maite Colmenter is well-versed in the legal structuring of investment vehicles. Valeria Sánchez assists clients with asset securitisation matters, Valeria Sánchez focuses on financial and capital market regulation, and Alicia La Cruz is recommended for her work in private restructurings and credit recovery.

At Rodrigo, the banking and finance department covers the full spectrum of work, ranging from structured and trade finance to sovereign debt and derivatives, to acquisition and aircraft finance. Engaged by leading national banks, international financial institutions and foreign export credit agencies, the team also illustrates niche expertise in the microfinance sector. Drawing support from the firm’s tax practice, the department is led by the renowned Jean Paul Chabaneix, who has spearheaded complex transactions both locally and internationally. Fernando Molina has a strong corporate finance and M&A background, Juan Diego De Vinatea advises foreign clients on project and international finance and Nydia Guevara covers syndicated loans and the public and private offering of securities. Nicolás Cornejo is recommended for his experience in innovative financing transactions.