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Bruchou & Funes de Rioja

Banking & Finance

Latin America Guide 2027 : Argentina

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Bruchou & Funes de Rioja

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Since its inception Bruchou & Funes de Rioja has been a leading legal Firm in Banking & Capital Markets, a position acquired through 30 years of working along with its large client base within the international and local financial communities in different type of innovative transactions, as market dynamics evolved through time. We help our clients to achieve their goals with a smooth and efficient deal execution. As a consequence of having one of the largest teams that is fully and exclusively dedicated to the Banking & Capital Markets, we were able to keep the pace of the market´s dynamics by acquiring a leading and distinctive know-how on all financing products that were available in the financial market in Argentina. Our counselling extends to all legal aspects of banking and financial law: Restructuring; Investment funds; debt capital markets; equity; sovereign debt & public sector finance; private banking; project finance; acquisition finance; derivatives; leasing; structured products; syndicated loans and other bank financings.

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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 Argentine banking and securities market. Its unrivalled team represents top-tier banks, multilaterals and institutional investors, while demonstrating equal skill counselling corporate borrowers. Its lawyers handle 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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Work Highlights

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  • Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised YPF on a USD500 million senior note issuance due 2031, including securities law and regulatory matters relating to the offering.

Strengths

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  • The team at Bruchou & Funes de Rioja demonstrates a genuine understanding of the business, allowing them to contribute from not only a legal perspective but also from a commercial one. They quickly grasp the objectives of each matter and tailor their recommendations accordingly.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

  • Bruchou & Funes de Rioja combines deep technical expertise in Argentine regulatory and financing matters with strong transactional judgement, enabling the firm to navigate complex structures in a challenging legal and regulatory environment.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Hugo N L Bruzone
    Hugo N L Bruzone

    Hugo N L Bruzone

    Eminent practitioner 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 Bruzone is a market leader. He takes a hands-on approach and brings his experience and expertise to every detail of a matter.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
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  • José María Bazán
    José María Bazán

    José María Bazán

    Star individual José María Bazán is a prominent figure in the Argentine banking and finance and capital markets arena, handling both local and international transactions. He is often praised by clients for his expertise in debt refinancing, syndicated loans and debt offerings as well as regulatory matters.

    • José Bazán is an eminence in the Argentine finance field. His creativity and proactive approach set him apart.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

    • José María Bazán's experience is evident in the way he handles transactions. He shows sound judgement in determining how to proceed and avoids overcomplicating issues, which is highly valued in large deals.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

    • José María Bazán is an outstanding legal adviser in banking and finance. He is distinguished by his expertise, availability, responsiveness, knowledge and strategic vision.

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  • Alejandro Perelsztein
    Alejandro Perelsztein

    Alejandro Perelsztein

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

    • Alejandro Perelsztein demonstrates excellent strategic vision and brings leadership, experience, a commitment to finding solutions and great passion to his work.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

    • Alejandro Perelsztein possesses excellent technical expertise, particularly in complex transactions. He is a trusted adviser for critical matters.

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  • Analía Battaglia
    Analía Battaglia

    Analía Battaglia

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

    • Analía Battaglia combines extensive market knowledge with significant business acumen and is always available.

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  • Matías López Figueroa
    Matías López Figueroa

    Matías López Figueroa

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

    • Matías López Figueroa has strong technical expertise and handles complex mandates with ease. He is able to focus on the details while maintaining a clear view of the bigger picture.

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  • Leandro Belusci
    Leandro Belusci

    Leandro Belusci

    Up-and-coming partner Leandro Belusci is active on a wide array of finance matters in Argentina. He frequently assists clients with capital markets transactions.

    • Leandro Belusci is a well-rounded professional who combines strong technical skills with meticulous execution. He quickly grasps clients' needs, proposes well-thought-through solutions and is highly reliable.

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  • Ramón Poliche
    Ramón Poliche

    Ramón Poliche

    Associate-to-watch Ramón Poliche has a dynamic practice in Argentina advising banks, companies and investment funds on banking and capital markets matters.

    • Ramón Poliche takes a very hands-on approach, responds promptly and always understands what is needed to keep matters progressing. His explanations are clear and straightforward, helping the process run more efficiently.

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