Banking and finance

Consortium Legal

Client Satisfaction

The 'capable and outstanding' banking and finance team at Consortium Legal is a preferred choice to advise both local and international lenders, benefitting from the firm's regional model when advising on transactions involving multiple Central American jurisdictions. The team also has a notable strong suit in financial regulatory and fintech matters; practice co-head José Ramón Paz Morales is a member of the firm-wide fintech group and is experienced in advising on regulatory filings to the Central Bank of Honduras and the National Commission of Banks and Insurance Companies. José Ramón Paz Padilla, who has a wealth of experience in cross-border financial transactions, José Rafael Rivera, whose areas of expertise include corporate finance, and Gustavo León-Gómez complete the leadership team. Senior associate Karla Andino is also recommended for her experience of advising fintech companies.

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Testimonials

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‘A capable and outstanding team who offer a prime-quality service. The way they interact with their clients enhances the development of the relationship.’
‘A very distinguished, empowered and organised team with ample knowledge. Jose Ramón Paz Morales is reliable and delivers exceptional work. Karla Andino shows great initiative and efficiency.’
‘We are satisfied with the services and legal advice in terms of costs, diversity and technology.’
‘Capable staff with excellent initiative and knowledge.’

Work highlights

Advised Blue Like an Orange, as lender, on $20m financing granted to Hybrico Spain and its local subsidiaries in Guatemala and Honduras.
Advised Banco Lafise on the feasibility of a new type of trust agreement (fideicomiso) which would allow the trustee to issue certificates of participation regarding the assets managed by the trustee and offered to a select group of local and foreign investors.

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