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Guyer & Regules

Banking & Finance

Latin America Guide 2027 : Uruguay

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Guyer & Regules

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Guyer & Regules’ leadership is undisputed advising 66% of the private banks active in Uruguay and two out of three large private pension fund managers. It has also been the only Uruguayan firm in the past 30 years in Uruguayan sovereign debt deals.

Recent highlights include:

  • Guyer & Regules participated in Uruguay's inaugural Sustainability-Linked Bond assisting Credit Agricole Securities, HSBC Securities, JP Morgan Securities, and Santander Securities.
  • Guyer & Regules assisted Uruguayan fintech Bankingly to raise US$11 million in a Series A funding round.

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Banking & Finance - Uruguay

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Guyer & Regules houses a renowned practice that is highly experienced in advising major financial institutions and corporations on sophisticated banking and capital markets mandates in Uruguay. Its pre-eminent team has a high-level track record of handling sovereign debt issuances, as well as local and international offerings of equity securities and bonds for corporate clients. Guyer & Regules remains a firm of choice for cross-border bank lending transactions, with particular expertise in acquisition and project finance mandates. The team also has experience handling regulatory matters, including licensing, market entry, payment services and the development of innovative financial products in Uruguay.

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Work Highlights

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  • Guyer & Regules advised BP Holdings Mendocino and Port Delphi Asset Management on a USD190 million financing for the Cipriani Group.

Strengths

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  • The banking and finance team at Guyer & Regules is the most established in Uruguay. It is the firm I turn to for highly complex transactions, as its lawyers consistently anticipate our banking and finance needs, provide practical solutions and bring extensive market knowledge and experience to every matter.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

  • Guyer & Regules is a leader in the Uruguayan banking and finance market. The team has extensive knowledge and expertise in the legal aspects of cross-border transactions and consistently provides excellent service, acting responsibly and responding promptly to clients' needs.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Nicolás Piaggio
    Nicolás Piaggio

    Nicolás Piaggio

    Prestigious partner Nicolás Piaggio continues to be held in the highest esteem by interviewees for his acclaimed practice in the Uruguayan banking and finance arena. He is highly sought after for advice on sophisticated financing transactions, capital markets issuances and financial trust structures.

    • Nicolás Piaggio is a market leader in financing and capital markets in Uruguay, offering a high standard of client service and exceptional commercial understanding of the field.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

    • Nicolás Piaggio is one of Uruguay’s most respected banking lawyers. He is a luxury to have on highly complex matters.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
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  • Florencia Castagnola
    Florencia Castagnola

    Florencia Castagnola

    Skilled partner Florencia Castagnola is particularly noted for her expertise in banking regulatory matters, while also demonstrating significant experience in complex lending transactions and capital markets mandates.

    • Florencia Castagnola is my trusted lawyer in banking and finance matters. She has a thorough knowledge of the relevant regulations and is always someone I can rely on for advice and support.

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  • Juan Manuel Mercant
    Juan Manuel Mercant

    Juan Manuel Mercant

    Well-regarded partner Juan Manuel Mercant garners praise from clients for his expertise in banking and finance in Uruguay. He is noted for advising on cross-border financings, securities issuances and funding structures.

    • Juan Manuel Mercant has significant experience and strong capabilities. He possesses broad knowledge of the banking market across different jurisdictions and particular expertise in the financial industry.

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  • Federico Piano
    Federico Piano

    Federico Piano

    Federico Piano enjoys strong recognition from both clients and peers for his work in Uruguay's banking and finance sector. He is recognised for advising lenders and financial institutions on syndicated lending, leveraged finance, refinancing and sovereign debt transactions.

    • Federico Piano is a solid banking and finance lawyer. He maintains close relationships with his clients, demonstrates excellent technical expertise and is flexible in accommodating their needs.

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  • Guzmán Rodríguez
    Guzmán Rodríguez

    Guzmán Rodríguez

    Guzmán Rodríguez continues to amass positive market feedback for his activity in Uruguay's banking and finance arena. He regularly advises on domestic and cross-border syndicated loans, acquisition financings and secured lending transactions, with additional experience in capital markets matters.

    • Guzmán Rodríguez is a strong lawyer who always finds creative solutions. He has significant knowledge of banking and finance law.

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