Latin America Guide 2027 : Guatemala
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Aguilar Castillo Love
Our banking and finance practice has a deep understanding of the financial world and of the securities and banking markets in particular. Our knowledge comes from experience, local, regional as well as international. Practice head and co-managing partner of the firm, Juan Carlos Castillo, served as president of the board of the largest exchange in Guatemala, for eight years, giving the team standout strength in securities mandates in particular.
We have participated in more than half of all bond issuances made in Guatemala’s history and advised on the first-ever, dollar-denominated loan guaranteed with bonds issued in local currency. Clients come to us for business critical and first-of-a-kind mandates.
Our experience allows us to give clients flexibility to raise the finance that they need. We understand how local players in the market operate as well as what foreign banks need to gain security over their operations in the region.
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Dynamic regional firm Aguilar Castillo Love possesses a solid banking and finance department in Guatemala. The experienced team has a noteworthy client roster comprising multiple well-reputed international financial institutions. Aguilar Castillo Love routinely handles debt securities transactions, and advises on credit agreements and regulatory matters, including operating licences.
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Aguilar Castillo Love acted as local counsel to HC Holding on the USD575 million financing for its acquisition of Harvest Hill Beverages, including credit facilities, guarantees and related security arrangements.
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Aguilar Castillo Love has highly experienced, intelligent professionals with extensive knowledge of the investment banking sector. They provide excellent customer service, creativity in finding solutions that suit our businesses and added value to our projects.
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Esteemed partner and department co-head Juan Carlos Castillo Chacón remains highly sought after for his ability to handle complex financing, derivatives and securities matters in Guatemala, often with cross-border implications.
Juan Carlos Castillo Chacón combines extensive experience with a strong track record in financing matters.
Reputed partner and department co-head Natalia Callejas Aquino is active in Guatemala's banking and finance market. She is particularly noted for representing leading banks in bond issuances and credit agreement matters.
Natalia Callejas Aquino is one of the leading professionals of her generation and is a pleasure to work with. She offers excellent service and demonstrates strong commercial vision.
Banking & Finance
Banking & Finance
Provided by Aguilar Castillo Love
Iván David Quintana
Natalia Callejas Aquino
Natalia Callejas Aquino
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Practice area: Banking & Finance
Location: Guatemala
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