Corporate/Commercial

McConnell Valdés is an esteemed full-service firm boasting an outstanding corporate department. The team is regularly called upon to assist with major M&A transactions and corporate reorganisations. The department possesses additional expertise in advising clients on debt restructuring, securities offerings and the negotiation of credit facilities. The firm continues to handle the development of major commercial real estate projects for clients in the hospitality and infrastructure arenas, while also offering expertise in the sale, leasing and acquisition of real estate assets. McConnell Valdés also acts for high-profile lenders on real estate and asset-backed financing matters. 

"McConnell Valdéshouses a diversified staff who work together and provide vast experience and knowledge. Our matters are tackled as a priority, and they care about our satisfaction as their clients."

"The team is a well-rounded mix of high-profile attorneys with longstanding experience. They are always very responsive to our needs."

Senior statesperson Antonio Escudero-Viera continues to attract praise from market observers, and remains an active figure in the Puerto Rican corporate and commercial legal market. "Antonio Escudero-Viera has great knowledge and good experience in the corporate arena. He is thorough and fast in his approach."

Senior statesperson Ernesto Mayoral continues to elicit significant praise from interviewees, and maintains an active presence in the Puerto Rican corporate and commercial sphere. "Ernesto Mayoral is well known, respected and very knowledgeable."

Senior statesperson Silvestre Miranda boasts a longstanding practice advising clients on the structuring, financing and development of complex residential, tourism and mixed-use real estate projects.

Stellar partner Harry Cook offers an esteemed real estate finance practice. He is also frequently sought out by clients to advise on resort development, structuring real estate joint ventures and planning timeshare, condominium and single-family lot development programmes. "Harry Cook offers a wealth of knowledge and strategy in real estate matters."

Acclaimed partner Samuel Céspedes is adept at advising buyers and sellers on acquisitions and divestments in Puerto Rico. He is a recognised figure in the Puerto Rican M&A space. "Samuel Céspedes is a great partner who is devoted to us. He's an expert in commercial law." "He is an excellent attorney who is very active in M&A deals."

Noteworthy partner Jorge Ruiz-Montilla is well placed to advise clients on the development of residential, commercial and tourism real estate projects. He also offers solid experience assisting with corporate acquisitions and the creation of governance structures for resort communities. "Jorge Ruiz-Montilla is a rock star of the real estate legal space."

Ricardo García-Negron breaks into the rankings this year after obtaining effusive praise for his activity in real estate matters in Puerto Rico. "Ricardo García-Negron is very responsive and has sound market awareness."

Salvador Casellas is frequently sought out by clients to assist with the sale, leasing and acquisition of real estate assets. He draws significant recognition from the Puerto Rican market. "Salvador Casellas is an excellent and dedicated lawyer."

Rubén Méndez-Benabe offers extensive experience advising clients on commercial agreements and regulatory mandates in Puerto Rico. "Rubén Méndez-Benabe is not just a lawyer but a business consultant. He is great to have on your side as he is accessible and always gets the win for the team."