Lega
Lega is involved in local and cross-border financing transactions, with some of its standout matters including advising Scotiabank on a number of foreign investment and capital market issues. The firm has also played a key role in the development of the private capital sector in Venezuela, as a means of alternative financing, by promoting the growth of the Venezuelan Private Capital Association (Venecápital), of which practice co-head Pedro Urdaneta was appointed as director and secretary general. The firm is active in a wide variety of banking and finance matters, including the negotiation of credit facilities for public agencies and corporations and advising clients on matters related to cryptocurrencies. Practice co-head José Alberto Ramírez has been involved in complex financing transactions, including advising Japan Bank for International Cooperation on a JPY17bn loan agreement, and has developed expertise in banking and capital markets regulatory work. Miguel Rivero is experienced in financing transactions in the oil and gas sector.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Deep knowledge of the local laws and practices. Thorough feedback and prompt responses.’
‘José Alberto Ramírez is very solid and proactive. It is a pleasure to work with José and his advice is very strong.’
Key clients
- The Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank)
- Banco Comercial Portugues
Work highlights
- Assisted Scotiabank on the planning and execution of the sale of its interest in Bancaribe.
- Advised Amerant Bank on conducting visits for compliance purposes to more than 100 companies located in different states in Venezuela.