Department profile
Martinez de Hoz & Rueda

Banking & Finance

Latin America Guide 2027 : Argentina


Martinez de Hoz & Rueda

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Martínez de Hoz & Rueda (MHR) is a widely recognized player in the area of Banking & Finance and the leading Banking & Finance team in the energy industry in Argentina.

We have unparalleled experience in all types of cross-border and domestic corporate and project financing transactions, and regularly represent financial institutions, banks, ECAs, multilateral organizations, sovereign and private issuers, borrowers, underwriters and trustees. Our experience includes a wide range of debt and equity capital markets, lending, structured finance, project finance and trade finance transactions spanning across multiple industries.

We were the first to develop a strong practice in renewable energies project financing, and regularly advise prominent sponsors and lenders in the financing of oil & gas, renewable energy and infrastructure projects.

We have also developed a robust expertise in sovereign and sub-sovereign financing, both in-and-out of the capital markets.

We also have a strong regulatory team that represents clients before the Argentine Central Bank, the Argentine Securities Commission and the Argentine Money Laundering Prevention Authority, and that regularly advice financial institutions, fund managers, private banking offices, stock-brokers, money transfer companies, credit card issuers and fintech companies.

Clients (12)

  • International Finance Corporation (IFC)
  • BNP Paribas Group
  • Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (CA-CIB)
  • UBS
  • Corporación Andina de Fomento (CAF)
  • Agence Française de Développement (AFD)
  • Banco de Galicia
  • Pan American Energy
  • YPF Luz
  • Neoen
  • Proparco
  • Santander Asset Management

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Banking & Finance - Argentina

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Martínez de Hoz & Rueda's strong finance practice in Argentina services key multilaterals, banks, and energy and natural resources clients. The team is skilled in acting for both lenders and borrowers on the financing of large-scale projects, including renewable energy developments. The department also handles multi-jurisdictional loan agreements, as well as securities transactions.

Work Highlights

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  • Martínez de Hoz & Rueda advised Chevron on the USD2 billion financing of VMOS in connection with the Vaca Muerta Sur project.

Strengths

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  • Martínez de Hoz & Rueda champions the client's position as its own and consistently seeks creative solutions to support the business. The team's technical expertise and experience, coupled with their commitment and dedication, give them an excellent ability to handle complex matters.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1José Martínez de Hoz (n)
    Band 1José Martínez de Hoz (n)

    José Martínez de Hoz (n)

    Outstanding partner and co-head of department José Martínez de Hoz has longstanding experience in banking and finance as well as capital markets matters in Argentina. He comes highly recommended by clients for his commercial acumen.

    • José Martínez de Hoz is an impeccable lawyer, undoubtedly one of the best in the banking and finance field in Argentina.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
    • José Martínez de Hoz is an excellent lawyer who combines strong critical thinking skills with the ability to perform in complex, high-pressure environments.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
  • Band 3Pablo Martín Lepiane
    Band 3Pablo Martín Lepiane

    Pablo Martín Lepiane

    Experienced partner and co-head of department Pablo Martín Lepiane is regularly instructed by lenders and borrowers to advise on loan and credit agreements, debt issuances and project finance mandates in Argentina.

    • Pablo Martín Lepiane is an excellent lawyer with extensive market knowledge and a strong understanding of financial structuring.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Pablo Schreiber
    Band 4Pablo Schreiber

    Pablo Schreiber

    Dynamic partner Pablo Schreiber assists clients with loan and credit agreements, debt issuances and project finance mandates in Argentina.

    • Working with Pablo Schreiber is a great experience. He is always willing to help and offers a strong commercial perspective.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
  • Band 5Ignacio Meggiolaro
    Band 5Ignacio Meggiolaro

    Ignacio Meggiolaro

    Partner Ignacio Meggiolaro receives strong endorsements from clients, particularly for his work on fintech and financial regulatory matters in Argentina.

    • Ignacio Meggiolaro demonstrates strong expertise in banking and finance, communicates clearly and ensures that clients feel well supported.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

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