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Latin America Guide 2027 : International Counsel

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Project Finance - International Counsel

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What the Team is Known For

White & Case fields a premier practice group revered for its prowess in the Latin American project finance space. The team consists of a number of renowned practitioners capable of handling a wide range of infrastructure financing mandates throughout the region, particularly those concerning the Chilean, Paraguayan and Mexican markets. White & Case is a trusted counsel to some of the most prominent project sponsors and financiers, regularly advising them on intricate, multi-jurisdictional loan and securities financing operations.

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Work Highlights

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  • White & Case advised Atlas Renewable Energy on the development and financing of the Shangri La solar energy project in Colombia, valued at USD113 million.

Strengths

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  • White & Case demonstrates strong knowledge of project finance and the relevant legal frameworks. Its excellent team is highly committed, bringing strong capabilities and a solution-oriented approach to structuring project financings.

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  • White & Case is one of the strongest international counsel teams I work with. They are diligent, have top talent, know the project finance market exceptionally well, consistently add value and take a proactive, innovative approach by always offering solutions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Carlos Viana
    Carlos Viana

    Carlos Viana

    Leading partner Carlos Viana is frequently sought out by project sponsors and institutional investors to advise on major transactions throughout Latin America, especially those concerning Chile and Uruguay.

    • Carlos Viana is extremely well connected in the project finance sector and is a highly respected lawyer. He is a fantastic partner, client-focused and highly experienced in Latin America.

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    • Carlos Viana has an unmatched level of experience and is always available whenever his assistance is needed.

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  • Sean Goldstein
    Sean Goldstein

    Sean Goldstein

    Sean Goldstein routinely acts for key sponsors and lenders on a range of high-level energy project and transport finance mandates across Latin America, particularly in Mexico and the Dominican Republic.

    • Sean Goldstein is highly impressive in his capabilities. He has a great demeanour for negotiation, is culturally aware and is fluent in Spanish.

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  • Thomas Pate
    Thomas Pate

    Thomas Pate

    Thomas Pate elicits sterling praise from clients and peers alike. He leads on infrastructure project financing and note issuances in Paraguay, Chile and other Latin American jurisdictions.

    • Thomas Pate is an excellent partner who gets to the heart of the matter quickly and negotiates effectively. He understands the needs of both his clients and counterparties to reach resolutions efficiently, and he has a highly effective, thoughtful approach to communicating his points.

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  • Martin Menski
    Martin Menski

    Martin Menski

    Partner Martin Menski lays claim to a well-regarded project finance practice. He is often sought out to advise lenders on Latin America-wide energy projects.

    • Martin Menski really shines when creativity is needed and when driving a transaction through demanding periods. He is an excellent partner who gets to the heart of the matter quickly, negotiates effectively, understands his clients and mentors his team well.

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  • Christopher Bergan
    Christopher Bergan

    Christopher Bergan

    Associate-to-watch Christopher Bergan is proficient in handling the financing of renewable energy projects across Latin America.

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  • Helena Buitrago
    Helena Buitrago

    Helena Buitrago

    Associate-to-watch Helena Buitrago can point to a solid project finance practice. She is active across Latin America and particularly in Chile.

    • Helena Buitrago provides a strong technical legal perspective in project finance mandates.

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