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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

Corporate/M&A

Latin America Guide 2026 : International Counsel

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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP

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Corporate/M&A - International Counsel

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett enjoys an outstanding international practice group offering top-tier expertise in Latin American corporate transactions. The team is highly sought after for its extensive experience representing leading private equity funds and major regional and global corporations in multi-jurisdictional M&A deals concerning key Latin American jurisdictions, such as Colombia and Peru. The knowledgeable practice group works across various sectors, spanning aviation, shipping, pharmaceutical, energy and natural resources.

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Work Highlights

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  • Simpson Thacher & Bartlett represented Advent International and NEORIS in the sale of NEORIS to EPAM Systems.

Strengths

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  • Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is a spectacular firm housing top-notch M&A lawyers who have great insight of Latin America due to their long track record in the region.

    Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America

  • Simpson Thacher & Bartlett does a phenomenal job in complex situations, breaking down the issues at hand. The team comes up with creative solutions to achieve a positive outcome for its client.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • S Todd Crider
    S Todd Crider

    S Todd Crider

    Reputed practitioner Todd Crider benefits from a strong track record advising clients on M&A transactions in Latin America. He is renowned for leading private equity M&A deals on behalf of international investors operating in Peru and Mexico.

    • Todd Crider is a spectacular lawyer for significant M&A deals in Latin America. He is highly active across the region.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America

    • I have a great opinion of Todd Crider as he understands the Latin American market well.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
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  • Gabriel Silva
    Gabriel Silva

    Gabriel Silva

    Gabriel Silva possesses extensive experience assisting clients with joint venture formation and M&A transactions in Latin America.

    • Gabriel Silva draws on his transactional experience and effectively leverages it to his client's benefit. He understands complex situations and solves them with creative solutions.

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  • Juan Francisco Mendez
    Juan Francisco Mendez

    Juan Francisco Mendez

    Juan Francisco Mendez earns appreciation for his involvement in sophisticated M&A transactions across Latin America.

    • Juan Francisco Mendez has good business awareness and knows how to get things done, staying calm in complex situations.

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