Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C., Banking & Finance

About

Provided by Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez, S.C.

The Firm is recognized as one of the leading banking and finance law firms in Mexico.

We represent international and domestic lenders, borrowers and financing entities in general, in connection with a wide array of transactions, including:

Single bank and syndicated loan facilities
Acquisition financings
Secured and unsecured financings
Structured financings
Project financings
Asset based financings
Derivatives

As part of our Banking and Finance Practice, we advise clients on all aspects of their formation and operation, including various regulatory matters.

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Mexico

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez houses a revered practice group at the forefront of the banking and finance market in Mexico, which is regularly sought out by high-profile clients, encompassing leading national and international investment banks, asset managers and corporate borrowers. The banking and finance practice group possesses extensive expertise in assisting clients with high-profile financing mandates related to corporate mergers and acquisitions and complex debt refinancing. The firm acts for clients coming from a number of sectors, including insurance and real estate.

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Work Highlights

Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez acted as counsel to Grupo Axo, as borrower, on the negotiation and implementation of a syndicated credit agreement consisting of a term loan credit facility for an amount up to USD350 million approximately, and a revolving line credit facility for an amount up to approximately USD89 million.

Strengths

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Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez stands out among the top law firms in Mexico. They have a business-oriented approach that allows them to tailor deals to their client's needs.

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Latin America

The lawyers at Creel stay up to date both in legislation and in industry awareness. They always respond within the necessary and required timeframes demanded by transactions and by their clients.

Banking & Finance respondent
Latin America

Creel, García-Cuéllar, Aiza y Enríquez stands out among the top law firms in Mexico. They have a business-oriented approach that allows them to tailor deals to their client's needs.

Banking & Finance respondent
Latin America

The lawyers at Creel stay up to date both in legislation and in industry awareness. They always respond within the necessary and required timeframes demanded by transactions and by their clients.

Banking & Finance respondent
Latin America

Notable Practitioners

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Carlos Aiza

Head of Banking & Finance

Eminent Practitioners

Eminent practitioner Carlos Aiza is widely recognised as a reputed figure in the banking and finance sphere in Mexico. He is endorsed by peers and clients alike for his involvement in this area and the role he plays in his department.

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Pedro Velasco de la Peña

Band 1

Distinguished practitioner and managing partner Pedro Velasco de la Peña provides solid expertise in structuring sophisticated banking and finance operations in Mexico, and enjoys a strong reputation among his peers for his activity in the sector. Pedro acts for borrowers, lenders and collateral agents.

Pedro Velasco de la Peña's expertise and client orientation have always been reasons why we keep using the firm's services.

Pedro Velasco de la Peña is an excellent lawyer with extensive experience and deep industry knowledge, always willing to work for his client and close deals in their favour.

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Giovanni Ramírez Garrido

Band 2

Knowledgeable partner and co-head of department Giovanni Ramírez Garrido benefits from his solid expertise within the Mexican banking and finance arena, where peers see him as very active. Giovanni regularly assists lenders and FIBRAs.

Giovanni Ramírez Garrido is solution-oriented and extremely responsive. He is a terrific team leader and a pleasure to work with.

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Emilio Aarún Cordero

Band 3

Partner Emilio Aarún Cordero continues to be highly involved in the Mexican banking and finance sphere. The operations led by Aarún include debtor-in-possession financings and the amendment of revolving facilities.

Emilio Aarún Cordero is an excellent lawyer with strong expertise and experience in the banking and finance field. He provides solutions and closes deals while protecting the client's interests.

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Alejandro Isaac Beas

Band 4

Legal practitioner Alejandro Isaac Beas garners praise from clients and peers alike, and is active in different banking and finance operations such as syndicated loan agreements.

Alejandro Isaac Beas is an exceptionally well-rounded lawyer with a proactive and positive attitude that sets him apart.

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Rodrigo Castelazo

Band 5

Mexico City-based partner Rodrigo Castelazo can claim banking and finance experience, with a track record which includes financing of corporate and real estate projects.

Rodrigo Castelazo always provides good ideas and is pragmatic.

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