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FERRERE

Banking & Finance

Latin America Guide 2027 : Paraguay

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In Paraguay, FERRERE participates in the  largest and most complex banking and finance transactions. The team maintains a relationship with local regulators and supervisors, which allows it to anticipate problems and identify opportunities for clients, both in complex deals and in banking transactions of varying magnitude.

The Banking and Finance team has also notable experience in Capital Markets with a focus on structuring.

The team participates actively in assisting inconsumer loans, collections of future flows of funds from the sale of goods or services, , delinquent loan portfolios, taxes and real estate assets, among others. 

The Banking and Finance group assists many of the world’s major banks on their financing and financial transactions in the region.

Also, in Paraguay, FERRERE represents nearly all the multilateral credit organizations engaging in financing transactions in the region, including the Inter-American Development Bank, the Inter-American Investment Corporation, the Andean Development Corporation, and the International Finance Corporation.

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Banking & Finance - Paraguay

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

FERRERE is a leading regional firm with a prominent banking and finance practice in Paraguay. The department regularly advises major multilateral lenders and international investment banks on complex financing transactions. The team is well known for its expertise in project finance, investment fund formation and regulatory compliance mandates. The practice also boasts strong capital markets capabilities, frequently acting for issuers and guarantors in high-level debt issuances and securities transactions.

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Work Highlights

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  • FERRERE advised Consorcio Rutas del Mercosur on the preparation and submission of the winning bid for the duplication and improvement of the Route PY01 Cuatro Mojones-Quiindy section under a PPP tender launched by the MOPC.

Strengths

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  • FERRERE's team is best qualified to analyse complex and sophisticated regulatory issues. They have superior regulatory expertise and comprehensive knowledge, complementing their analysis with consideration of potential strategic implications and relevant prior experience.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

  • The team at FERRERE stands out for its creativity and ability to think outside the box. It actively seeks practical alternatives to achieve its clients' objectives.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Carlos Codas
    Carlos Codas

    Carlos Codas

    Esteemed partner and head of department Carlos Codas enjoys widespread recognition as a leading figure in Paraguay's banking and finance market. He is particularly noted for his expertise in regulatory banking matters, bond issuances and project finance transactions.

    • The experience with Carlos Codas has been spectacular. He is very responsive, always highly professional and fully available. If it were not for him, we would not have been able to close the deal.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

    • Carlos Codas has excellent regulatory expertise, combined with strong communication skills and sound business acumen.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
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  • Carlos Vasconsellos
    Carlos Vasconsellos

    Carlos Vasconsellos

    Noted partner Carlos Vasconsellos benefits from a wealth of experience advising international lenders and borrowers on turnkey project finance transactions and public-private partnership projects in Paraguay.

    • Carlos Vasconsellos' negotiation skills are fundamental to our transactions. His input helps us understand our red lines and areas for concession, allowing negotiations to progress smoothly.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
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  • Claudia Arietti
    Claudia Arietti

    Claudia Arietti

    Associate-to-watch Claudia Arietti maintains an active practice in Paraguay's banking and finance sector, regularly assisting clients with project finance mandates.

    • Claudia Arietti provides strong support to her clients in banking and finance transactions, demonstrating a high level of client service and commercial acumen.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
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