Bruchou & Funes de Rioja, Banking & Finance | Chambers Latin America Profile

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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.

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. Their 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

Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised Vista Energy Argentina on the issuance of its senior secured notes due 2035 in both local and international markets.

Strengths

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Bruchou & Funes de Rioja excels in resolving complex issues with remarkable precision. Their deep specialisation and the direct involvement of partners ensure swift, expert attention to every case.

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Latin America

Bruchou & Funes de Rioja is one of the most experienced law firms for handling complex regulatory issues in Argentina, with a responsive team committed to meeting both transactional and client needs.

Banking & Finance respondent
Latin America

Bruchou & Funes de Rioja excels in resolving complex issues with remarkable precision. Their deep specialisation and the direct involvement of partners ensure swift, expert attention to every case.

Banking & Finance respondent
Latin America

Bruchou & Funes de Rioja is one of the most experienced law firms for handling complex regulatory issues in Argentina, with a responsive team committed to meeting both transactional and client needs.

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Latin America

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 in advising clients in the Argentine banking and finance arena.

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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 in Argentina, 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 María Bazán is our most trusted legal adviser. He treats our challenges as his own, showing unwavering responsibility and dedication.

José María Bazán brings together legal expertise, efficiency and responsiveness, always ensuring we feel well-supported and prioritised.

José María Bazán plays a hands-on role in complex matters, remains consistently accessible, and delivers creative solutions suited to Argentina's unique context. He is an invaluable asset.

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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 Bruzone is an excellent professional with deep expertise in his field and a broad, well-rounded perspective that adds legal and business value.

Hugo Bruzone leads with solid regulatory insight. His advice is robust, and he is fully dedicated to his clients.

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Alejandro Perelsztein

Band 2

Notable 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 combines rigorous analysis, extensive subject-matter expertise, and a broad strategic outlook to deliver meaningful value.

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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 expertly understands the commercial aspects and the market where transactions take place. She supports negotiations, identifies potential risks, and anticipates future scenarios.

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Matías López Figueroa

Band 4

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 is precise and deeply understands his clients' goals. He is a dedicated professional with strong market knowledge and the ability to address a wide range of financial issues.

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Leandro Belusci

Up and Coming

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

Leandro Belusci is a skilled lawyer who knows how to provide effective solutions for his clients.

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