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A&O Shearman

Banking & Finance

Latin America Guide 2027 : International Counsel

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A&O Shearman

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Banking & Finance - International Counsel

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman has a pre-eminent practice with expertise in Latin American finance mandates, and remains highly active advising on some of the most significant bilateral and syndicated financial operations in Mexico, Chile and Peru, as well as in other key markets in the region, including involvement in Central America. The department caters to an impressive roster of lenders and borrowers, including international financial institutions and energy multinationals, assisting them with high-value acquisition finance, corporate finance and refinancing mandates, in addition to interbank lending matters. It is also praised for its restructuring expertise.

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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised BCI on a USD282.5 million green financing for the construction of the Aurora project.

Strengths

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  • A&O Shearman know the market exceptionally well. They also know a lot about our industry, and you can see their experience immediately, especially in complex matters.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

  • A&O Shearman is a highly experienced team that is exceptionally supportive and responsive, working tirelessly to help get deals closed. They are a pleasure to work with.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Denise M. Grant
    Denise M. Grant

    Denise M. Grant

    Prestigious practitioner Denise Grant stands out for her solid financing expertise in the structuring of highly significant and complex corporate finance, acquisition finance and refinancing mandates. She is highly sought after for her vast experience working on transactions involving Latin America.

    • Denise Grant is an amazing banking and finance lawyer.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

    • Denise Grant has an exceptional command of Latin American financial matters.

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  • Augusto Ruiloba
    Augusto Ruiloba

    Augusto Ruiloba

    Partner Augusto Ruiloba is recognised for his activity advising lenders and borrowers on a range of financing matters across Latin America.

    • Augusto Ruiloba is approachable and very knowledgeable. His commercial vision is very strong.

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