Bruchou & Funes de Rioja, Banking & Finance

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Argentina

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Bruchou & Funes de Rioja's outstanding department acts at the forefront of the Argentinian banking and securities market. Its unrivalled team represents top-tier banks, multilaterals and institutional investors, while demonstrating equal skill in counselling corporate borrowers. The department handles complex syndicated lending transactions, debt refinancing and bond offerings in the local and international markets. The firm continues to maintain a leading position in project finance mandates and is further sought after to provide counsel on key regulatory concerns.

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Strengths

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One of Bruchou & Funes de Rioja's strengths and competitive advantages is their ability to handle complex issues and propose solutions for clients. Their service and response level are unbeatable.

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Bruchou & Funes de Rioja has excellent lawyers who have an exceptional depth of knowledge in legal matters involving transactions. They always deliver in a timely manner and provide excellent service.

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One of Bruchou & Funes de Rioja's strengths and competitive advantages is their ability to handle complex issues and propose solutions for clients. Their service and response level are unbeatable.

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Notable Practitioners

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Carlos E Lombardi

Senior Statespeople

Senior statesperson and founding partner Carlos Lombardi is recognised by market commentators for his vast experience advising clients in the Argentine banking and finance arena.

Carlos Lombardi is a great lawyer with a strong track record.

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José María Bazán

Star Individuals

Star individual José María Bazán is a prominent figure in the Argentine banking and finance and capital markets arena, involving both local and international transactions. He is often commended by clients to advise on debt refinancing, syndicated loans and debt offerings as well as on regulatory matters.

José knows the market very well. He knows the deals and keeps up with trends. He has the ability to use his experience to guide us. We value that. He adds value.

Without a doubt, due to his knowledge, experience and ability to provide solutions to extremely complex issues, José Bazán is the best financial lawyer in the market.

José María Bazán’s contribution is invaluable. His unwavering availability, business vision and knowledge of our sector are remarkable.

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Hugo N L Bruzone

Band 1

Outstanding partner Hugo Bruzone heads the law firm's banking and finance practice in Argentina. He is held in the highest esteem by the market and clients alike for his stellar expertise in the field, regularly advising banks and lenders on a range of transactions and regulatory work.

Hugo has the ability to think strategically, and is well-versed in our policies and the risks that we are willing to take. He has many years of experience and is pleasant to work with.

Hugo Bruzone is an excellent professional; he is dedicated to solving complex issues.

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Alejandro Perelsztein

Band 3

Solid partner Alejandro Perelsztein boasts extensive experience advising clients on debt restructuring and capital markets mandates. He is also well placed to assist public bodies with the issuance of debt.

Alejandro Perelsztein has a broad vision of the market, is always available and provides both legal and business guidance.

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Analía Battaglia

Band 3

Well-regarded partner Analía Battaglia routinely assists clients with bilateral and syndicated loan agreements. She is also experienced in project finance.

Analía Battaglia has terrific responsiveness and is great to work with. She is very knowledgeable about Argentine regulations, and she effectively represents her clients.

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Matías López Figueroa

Band 3

Noted partner Matías López Figueroa continues to be well-placed in advising arrangers as well as investment and commercial banks in banking and corporate financing transactions.

Matías López Figueroa stands out for his clear judgement, flexibility and strong legal and commercial knowledge.

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