In the banking and finance arena, CMS Grau is recognised for its experience in financing projects in the renewable energy, oil and gas, mining and retail industries. Leveraging its international network to undertake cross-border deals, the firm advises on traditional lending, equity funds and trusts, and often liaises with its tax and regulatory teams. The offering is co-led by Miguel Viale, who concentrates on complex international transactions involving collateral structures and financing, and project finance in the hydroelectric sector, and Juan José Hopkins, who assists start-ups with fintech, venture capital and seed funding matters. Diego Peschiera is noted for his work on syndicated loan operations and the structuring of medium-term financing. Senior associate Cinthia Canepa handles the drafting and negotiation of financial contracts, while associate Andrea Paiba advises on general corporate law matters.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Willingness to answer queries, openness to the discussion of legal aspects that could have different interpretations and protection of the interests of their clients.'

  • ‘Miguel Viale is an outstanding lawyer.'

  • ‘CMS Grau is always committed to the client, and they assume responsibility with a sense of urgency.'

  • ‘The preparation, availability, humility and people skills of the team are excellent, and we would recommend Miguel Viale and Juan José Hopkins in particular.'

Key clients

  • Scotiabank Peru
  • BBVA
  • Banco Santander
  • CAF - Development Bank of Latin America
  • Banco Internacional del Perú - INTERBANK
  • IBM del Perú
  • Credicorp Capital
  • Glencore International
  • Banchile Administradora General de Fondos
  • Transelec
  • Aleatica
  • Schlumberger
  • Inkaberries
  • Boart Longyear
  • Pangeaco
  • Minera Caraveli
  • La Fiduciaria
  • Power Pay
  • Deutsche Bank
  • BanBif

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Miguel Viale, Juan José Hopkins