Banking and finance

Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados

Client Satisfaction

Highly experienced across the gamut of banking and finance matters, Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados acts for an impressive roster of clients, including major global banks and foreign export credit agencies. The scope of work covered by the team includes structured finance, acquisition finance, derivatives, trade finance, as well as a growing microfinance offering. Jean Paul Chabaneix oversees the work within the department and covers project finance and high-value M&A deals for clients in the agribusiness, telecoms and electricity sectors. Fernando Molina demonstrates skill in advising multilateral entities on infrastructure and energy project financing, as well as public takeover bids, while Luis Enrique Palacios frequently represents sponsors in the development of mining projects. Nydia Guevara is noted for her know-how in securities issuances and derivatives, and Nicolás Cornejo assists clients with regulatory issues. Juan Diego De Vinatea is reputed for his experience in the structuring of international M&A deals. Senior associate José Villafuerte handles the negotiation and structuring of corporate loans, in addition to the issuance of debt instruments.

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Testimonials

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‘They have a very solid financial team, and also very integrated and coordinated with the other areas that normally intersect in a financing operation (tax, corporate, regulatory, etc.).'
‘Fernando Molina is very clear in his ideas, creative in finding solutions, and is always oriented to ensuring that the objectives are met. Nydia Guevara is very knowledgeable about the capital markets in Peru, particularly the regulatory part.'
‘The finance team has consistently provided pointed, timely and practical advice and high-quality work product and have been a pleasure to work with. We would recommend Luis Enrique Palacios, in particular.'
‘The firm is a powerhouse. Their level of delivery is superb, and they constantly demonstrate levels of excellence rarely seen in the market.'
‘Jean Paul Chabaneix has accompanied us in the most emblematic, complex and significant deals of the group in the region. He stands out for his business acumen and excellent responsiveness and availability.'
‘I work with Luis Enrique Palacios. His knowledge of the law and of international lending documents is unmatched. His advice is clear and responsive, and he makes everything go smoothly.’
‘The level of professionalism of the REM studio is unique in Peru. Their level of attention is equivalent to large American firms where every detail counts; every negotiation is vital; and each communication receives the same care. It sits head and shoulders above the other firms in Peru for these qualities. I really highlight the level of attention that each partner has throughout the transaction. Not only at the beginning and at the end, but also during the negotiation.'
‘We recommend Nicolas Cornejo, who routinely demonstrates a level of care and direct involvement with each transaction. I easily consider him the best lawyer for banking in Peru. The firm's level of preparation is unmatched, as is their way of adapting to each situation and work method. He is the only partner in Peru whom I would recommend for loans.'

Key clients

International Finance Corporation
Inter-American Development Bank
Macquarie Asset Management
Corporación Andina de Fomento – CAF
Société Générale
Banco BBVA Perú
JP Morgan Chase
HSBC UK Bank
Banco Santander
Fortress Credit Corp
Banco de Sabadell, Miami Branch
Minera Las Bambas
Barrick Gold Corporation
Latam Logistic Per Propco Lurin I
Gases del Pacifico
Goldman Sachs
Coöperatieve Rabobank
DNB Bank ASA
Banco Interamericano de Finanzas – BANBIF
Banco de Crédito del Perú

Work highlights

Advised various banks including DNB Bank ASA and Banco Santander, as lenders, lead arrangers and joint bookrunners, in connection with the senior secured syndicated credit facilities in an aggregate principal amount of up to $150m granted in favour of Pesquera Exalmar.
Advised BBVA Peru, Banco Santander and Banco de Sabadell in a $150m credit facility granted to the concessionaire of the Metro de Lima Línea 2 Project.
Advised JP Morgan Chase in connection with two lines of credit granted to Peruvian Fondo Mivivienda, the first line for PEN551m and the second for $150m.

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