Latin America Guide 2027 : Guatemala
Ranked Individuals
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With over 15 years of regional experience, references from leading local and international banks demonstrate that we are undisputed leaders in banking and finance. Our extensive history in financial transactions has resulted in a deep practical understanding of the regulatory landscape, making us the chosen firm for top-notch legal advice in the financial industry.
Advising investment projects, our multidisciplinary team flexibly covers all phases of your projects across a spectrum of legal areas (labor, corporate, criminal, and tax). Our Mergers and Acquisitions, Corporate, and Regulatory teams work together to advise our clients, saving them weeks in M&A transaction negotiations by addressing legal issues simultaneously.
In Guatemala, our Banking and Finance practice is recognized as a department committed to providing the highest quality standards and the widest experience in legal advice and consulting for all types of financial institutions, multilaterals and corporate clients. Our department provides 24/7 service to clients located over various jurisdictions which require our team to be readily available to attend the client’s requests. Our department has a strong base and services, mostly, financial institutions and multilaterals in the structuring and execution of financial transactions as well as with the development and implementation of new products.
Recently the department has branched out to include advice to clients who are looking to capitalize on FinTech.
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Consortium Legal is a distinguished regional firm with an excellent reputation in the Guatemalan banking and finance field. The team is renowned for its expertise in assisting international banks and multilateral groups in granting senior secured and subordinated loans to Guatemalan and regional banking institutions. Consortium Legal also has significant know-how in the securities arena.
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Consortium Legal acted for Banco Santander and private-placement investors in Banco Industrial’s diversified payment rights securitisation, comprising a three-series offering valued at USD996 million.
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Consortium Legal stands out as one of the best law firms we work with, combining an excellent team with outstanding client service. Its lawyers demonstrate professionalism, agility, ethical conduct and a strong understanding of clients' needs.
Consortium Legal is always only a phone call away. The team stands out for its knowledge and experience in the financial sector, providing us with immediate service and significant support on fintech best practices.
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Co-head of department Álvaro Castellanos routinely advises clients in Guatemala on work spanning bond issuances, credit facility mandates and syndicated loans. He is also well versed in restructuring mandates.
Álvaro Castellanos always remains closely aligned with our team and supports us with solid expertise in capital markets matters.
Department co-head and notable partner Melissa Moran is recognised for her involvement in high-profile banking, finance and capital markets matters in Guatemala, including loan facility agreements, as well as bond and note issuances.
Melissa Moran has a strong grasp of the regulatory and legal aspects of financial matters, while remaining up to date with developments in the fintech sector.
Banking & Finance
Head of Banking & Finance
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Álvaro Castellanos
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Practice area: Banking & Finance
Location: Costa Rica
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Practice area: Banking & Finance
Location: Guatemala
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Practice area: Banking & Finance
Location: Costa Rica
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