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Project Finance

Latin America Guide 2027 : International Counsel

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Latham & Watkins LLP

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Project Finance - International Counsel

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins houses a deeply admired project finance group that benefits from longstanding experience in Latin America. The group remains a go-to practice for financiers, regularly acting for prominent financial institutions and funds looking to invest in key jurisdictions such as Chile, Colombia and Mexico. Latham & Watkins has an excellent track record of advising on the financing of major infrastructure and renewable energy projects. The law firm also wins mandates to advise project sponsors.

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Work Highlights

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  • Latham & Watkins represented Golar LNG in a USD7 billion joint venture with Pan American Energy and YPF for an LNG development in Argentina.

Strengths

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  • Latham & Watkins provides us with excellent service. The team is highly responsive, has a strong understanding of the energy market and knows exactly what we need, allowing matters to progress quickly and efficiently.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Guido Liniado
    Guido Liniado

    Guido Liniado

    Guido Liniado is recognised for his high level of activity and expertise in the project finance market. He regularly advises prominent banking clients on the financing of major infrastructure projects in Colombia, Chile and other jurisdictions.

    • Guido Liniado is a great lawyer who is extremely helpful and patient.

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  • Carlos Ardila
    Carlos Ardila

    Carlos Ardila

    Partner Carlos Ardila continues to be well regarded in the Latin American project finance market. He is particularly active in Chile, working on renewable energy projects.

    • Carlos Ardila has a very positive attitude, responds promptly and has a strong understanding of the market. He drives matters forward, understands exactly what is needed and reaches agreements quickly.

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