Corporate/M&A
Latin America Guide 2025 : Peru
Band 1
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+51 1 619 1900About
Provided by Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados
Our lawyers specializing in Corporate and M&A provide advice across all industries, either representing buyers, sellers, financial advisors or financial institutions.
Our services are rendered with a multidisciplinary approach, supporting our clients in due diligence activities, in the design of legal and tax-related structures and in the preparation and negotiation of the relevant agreements.
We further assist Peruvian and foreign investors with all stages and legal aspects of their business activity, including corporate, contractual and civil matters in various industries.
We assist investors or companies from their incorporation and during their growth and commercial expansion. We advise business reorganizations and represent companies as interlocutor with interested third parties.
We provide ongoing guidance on all procedures related to permits, authorizations, contracts, as well as on effective compliance with corporate governance standards.
Chambers Review
Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados is a powerhouse full-service Peruvian firm boasting a revered M&A practice. The firm is frequently instructed by key domestic and international clients to advise on a wide variety of corporate matters, such as the acquisition of shares, public tender offers and cross-border asset transactions. Their team is routinely sought after by clients with a strong presence in the energy, financial services and infrastructure sectors.
Work Highlights
- Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados assisted Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co with the acquisition of a majority stake in PangeaCo and the fibre optic networks of Telefónica Hispanoaméricanaand Entel Perú. The transaction was valued at USD470 million.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados is a top-tier corporate firm in Peru. They have a wealth of expertise and experience, top negotiation skills and know how to manage transactions very efficiently."
"Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados is committed to delivering top-notch service at all times. They act swiftly within tight deadlines and are able to navigate intricate legal matters efficiently."
"Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados is a top-tier corporate firm in Peru. They have a wealth of expertise and experience, top negotiation skills and know how to manage transactions very efficiently."
"Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados is committed to delivering top-notch service at all times. They act swiftly within tight deadlines and are able to navigate intricate legal matters efficiently."
Notable Practitioners
Distinguished partner Jean Paul Chabaneix ascends to the top band this year thanks to excellent market support. He is a highly regarded practitioner in the field and is particularly noted for his prowess in handling complex, cross-border M&A deals, with a particular focus on the buyer side.
"Without a doubt, Jean Paul Chabaneix is a subject matter expert and a business-savvy lawyer. His experience allows him to provide us with quality analysis and legal advice."
"He is extremely diligent in his work and is very approachable. He has fantastic knowledge and expertise."
Noteworthy partner Eduardo López moves up into Band 3 thanks to the plentiful supply of praise he receives. He regularly acts on cross-border acquisitions for clients in the agribusiness, digital infrastructure and banking sectors.
"Eduardo López is an accomplished professional who is holistic in his approach to complex transactions. He understands the client's needs and offers practical and timely solutions."
Luis Enrique Palacios is valued by market observers of the corporate arena and regularly acts on cross-border acquisitions.
"Luis Enrique Palacios has been pivotal for our operations in Peru. He is our most reliable source of legal support and has the skill to handle any issue."
Jorge Trelles is frequently seen assisting clients with tender offers and M&A transactions that often involve cross-border elements.
"Jorge Trelles is an excellent lawyer. He is always willing to support us and help bring our projects to life."
Nicolás Cornejo moves up into the numbered bands this year on the back of praise from the market. He is seen assisting clients with corporate andM&A matters in the Peruvian market.
"Nicolás Cornejoprovides consistent high-quality advice and displays strong commercial awareness, attention to detail, and a clear mastery of prevailing M&A market terms and legal practices in Peru."
Ranked Lawyers at
Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados
Peru
Members
Provided by Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados
Augusto Cáceres
Claudio Ferrero
Efraín Salazar
Francisco Cárdenas
Juan Diego De Vinatea
Nicolás Cornejo
Sandro Fuentes
Ursula Ben-Hammou
