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Baker McKenzie

Banking & Finance

Latin America Guide 2027 : International Counsel

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Baker McKenzie

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Banking & Finance - International Counsel

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Baker McKenzie boasts an international financing group with an excellent track record in Latin American transactions, particularly those involving the Mexican market. The legal team offers regular counsel to a portfolio of investment banks and corporate borrowers engaging in refinancing and corporate and acquisition finance matters. Baker McKenzie benefits from distinct experience acting on sophisticated structured finance matters for syndicates of creditors.

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Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie represented Bank of America, Citibank, JP Morgan and Santander in amendments and restatements of credit agreements for Fibra Uno, valued at USD1.8 billion.

Strengths

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  • Baker McKenzie handles its work with exceptional precision and clarity. Their ability to synthesise legal, financial and governance considerations and translate them into a coherent, implementable framework is critical to our success.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Michael Fitzgerald
    Michael Fitzgerald

    Michael Fitzgerald

    Seasoned practitioner Michael Fitzgerald remains a first port of call for some of the most prestigious international financiers and corporate industry players in the market, particularly in Mexico. He is highly experienced in assisting clients with prominent refinancing, corporate and acquisition finance, and interbank lending mandates.

    • Michael Fitzgerald is the best lawyer in New York. He has it all.

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    • Michael Fitzgerald consistently delivers exceptional personal attention, deep technical knowledge, remarkable calm under pressure and a genuine problem-solving mindset. His judgement, experience and ability to navigate complexity make him truly stand out from his peers.

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  • Joy K Gallup
    Joy K Gallup

    Joy K Gallup

    Joy Gallup is adept at representing both debtors and creditors in corporate and acquisition finance and refinancing matters involving Mexico.

    • Joy Gallup truly understands the depth of complex transactions and the timing and level of service clients need.

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  • Arturo Carrillo
    Arturo Carrillo

    Arturo Carrillo

    New York-based partner Arturo Carrillo offers a broad banking and finance practice and is often instructed by prominent financial institutions. His work spans Latin America, and he attracts attention for his activity in Mexico.

    • Arturo Carrillo provides a level of service that is out of this world. He is always on top of every single matter and client.

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