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Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

Banking & Finance

Latin America Guide 2026 : International Counsel


Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

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About

Provided by Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

S&C is routinely engaged on new financing matters in Latin America, including term loans, acquisition and leveraged financings and bank regulatory matters. Our Latin America banking and finance practice is bolstered by the greater Firm’s strength as the premier financial institutions, banking and insurance industry law firm. We have an incomparable track record achieving our clients’ objectives on the financing of major assets in variety of sectors.

We have exceptional experience coordinating industry-altering multi-jurisdictional deals. The Firm has been involved in some of the most groundbreaking leveraged, structured bank lending and other regulatory and finance transactions and has significant experience across capital structures, asset types and client industries. This practice has perhaps the most diverse base of clients and work of any major law firm with representation of sponsors, strategics, lenders, arrangers and institutional investors in acquisition finance, leveraged loans, high-yield bonds and the structuring of innovative facilities.

To learn about our practice, please visit https://www.sullcrom.com/PracticeListing.

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - International Counsel

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Sullivan & Cromwell has a recognised finance group hailed for its solid track record acting for mining and construction companies on high-value financial transactions. The team is highly sought after for its knowledge of corporate and acquisition finance and debt restructuring mandates, especially those involving Mexico, Chile and Colombia.

Work Highlights

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  • Sullivan & Cromwell advised Minera Antucoya in connection with the amendment of its existing subordinated debt agreements with affiliates of its shareholders. The matter was valued at USD595 million.

Strengths

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  • Sullivan & Cromwell is strong in banking and finance, and I feel very supported and well guided by the team. They always help us navigate and simplify transactions.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Sergio J Galvis
    Band 3Sergio J Galvis

    Sergio J Galvis

    Sergio Galvis enjoys years of experience working on debt restructuring, acquisition finance and corporate finance mandates in Latin America. He has solid experience handling banking and finance mandates throughout the region, notably in Chile and Peru. His clientele includes sovereigns and major mining companies.
    • Sergio Galvis is a good team leader, and he goes above and beyond for us.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

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