Banking & Finance - Venezuela
What the Team is Known For
Leĝa Abogados enjoys a dynamic banking and finance team handling a range of mandates spanning securities, term lending and private placements. The department is adept at advising on regulatory matters, as well as exchange control considerations. The firm boasts a well-developed roster of multinational banking entities, multilateral lenders and investment funds.
Strengths
"Leĝa Abogados is very knowledgeable group of partners and associates who know the complexity of the Venezuelan market very well and provide excellent advice for all customers."
Work Highlights
Leĝa Abogados provided regulatory advice to Sberbank on the requirements imposed on the Central Bank of Venezuela in relation to the purchase or sale of physical gold bars from or to Sberbank.
Notable Practitioners
Established practitioner José Alberto Ramírez León is well placed to advise clients on securities, regulatory considerations and financing transactions. "José Alberto Ramírez León masters legal issues and has a practical view of problems, as well as the ability to provide alternative solutions."
Dynamic partner Pedro Urdaneta elicits significant praise from market commentators. He routinely assists clients with regulatory matters, as well as exchange control considerations.
