Mendoza, Palacios, Acedo, Borjas, Paez Pumar & Cia. advises clients in the financial sector on the full range of transactional, contentious and regulatory matters. The firm has particular expertise in the field of foreign sanctions, where Diego Lepervanche and Luisa Lepervanche (who lead the international sanctions team) advise clients on related insurance, compliance and financial issues, with the assistance of Manuel Acedo Sucre and Luisa Acedo. The team also acts for syndicated lenders in public project financings and restructurings, and is experienced in advising international and domestic banks with regards to their regulatory and contractual matters, with some members serving on the board of directors of major Venezuelan banks and credit committees. Carlos Eduardo Acedo is also noted for his expertise in the insurance and reinsurance sector.
Testimonials
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- 'Responses are fast and efficient. They understand the client's approach and needs.'
- 'Luisa Lepervanche stands out for her ability to understand the issues and make concrete and specific suggestions, and for her handling of compliance matters.'
Key clients
- Citibank
- Miranda Capital Partners
Work highlights
- Assisted Miranda Capital Partners in all its legal matters regarding funding structures, including the drafting of agreements and the review of the overall design and implementation, and the coordination of international efficiencies.