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Bufete Aguirre, Quintanilla, Soria & Nishizawa Sociedad Civil - BAQSN

Banking & Finance

Latin America Guide 2026 : Bolivia


Bufete Aguirre, Quintanilla, Soria & Nishizawa Sociedad Civil - BAQSN

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About

Provided by Bufete Aguirre, Quintanilla, Soria & Nishizawa Sociedad Civil - BAQSN

We advise on matters related to securities in general and stock transactions, corporate finance, project finance, asset finance, structured finance and general finance, credit and banking operations. The firm regularly represents the major shareholder in a leading local bank and provides two financial entities, one entity of complementary financial services, and one securities brokerage services company with board responsibilities and supervisory functions. Clients include multilateral and bilateral financing agencies, agents of the State of Bolivia in connection with sovereign bond issues and services cover regular advise to an international cooperation agency financing projects of the Bolivian government.

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Banking & Finance - Bolivia

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Dynamic firm Bufete Aguirre, Quintanilla, Soria & Nishizawa is in high demand for the strength of its banking and finance department. With offices in Santa Cruz and La Paz, the team offers impressive credentials in cross-border transactions related to project financing. Established regional and international financial institutions benefit from its prowess in negotiating sizeable loan agreements and advising on regulatory aspects. The department is also renowned for representing microfinance banks in microcredit operations.

Work Highlights

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  • Bufete Aguirre, Quintanilla, Soria & Nishizawa advised responsAbility on the structuring of a USD2.2 million loan, granted in favour of Beneficiadora San Agustín, a Bolivian company.

Strengths

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  • Bufete Aguirre, Quintanilla, Soria & Nishizawa's lawyers are technically gifted and understand our business needs. They handle complex matters well and always get back to us in a timely manner.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleFernando Aguirre
    Senior StatespeopleFernando Aguirre

    Fernando Aguirre

    Senior statesperson Fernando Aguirre remains an esteemed practitioner within the Bolivian banking and finance space and is highly respected by market peers.

    • Fernando Aguirre has exemplary command over specialist matters. We are constantly in contact and he has a deep understanding of our business.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
  • Band 1Ignacio Aguirre Urioste
    Band 1Ignacio Aguirre Urioste

    Ignacio Aguirre Urioste

    Leading partner Ignacio Aguirre Urioste boasts extensive expertise in advising clients on secured and sovereign note issuances as well as the structuring of debt offerings. He is also well versed in assisting with loan agreements and related regulatory mandates.

    • Ignacio Aguirre Urioste is a gentleman. He is very precise, clear-headed and prudent with his analysis.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
    • Ignacio Aguirre Urioste is excellent. He is always aware of our business needs and offers practical solutions.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
  • Band 3Santiago Nishizawa Takano
    Band 3Santiago Nishizawa Takano

    Santiago Nishizawa Takano

    Noted partner Santiago Nishizawa Takano is experienced acting for clients in structuring major loan agreements as well as advising on regulatory questions in Bolivia.

    • Santiago Nishizawa Takano is very focused in FinTech and startups. He is an excellent attorney who is trusted in the market.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

Ranked Individuals at Bufete Aguirre, Quintanilla, Soria & Nishizawa Sociedad Civil - BAQSN (3)

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