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Manuel Garciadiaz

Manuel Garciadiaz

Global 2026

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Practice Areas

Manuel is head of Davis Polk’s Latin America practice and has worked on many of the most significant capital markets, cross-border M&A and project finance transactions and debt restructurings in Latin America.

Manuel’s capital markets practice includes high-yield debt offerings, IPOs and exchange offers. He has worked on more than 300 debt and equity financings involving Latin American issuers. In M&A, he advises both acquirers and target companies. Clients also look to Manuel for advice on structured and project financings, liability management and debt restructurings.

Chambers Review

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Capital Markets - Latin America - International Counsel

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Individual Editorial

Heavyweight practitioner Manuel Garciadiaz benefits from a solid track record assisting with securities transactions in Latin America. Top-tier issuers and underwriters rely on his experience and expertise to navigate a wide range of intricate debt and equity offerings in key jurisdictions of the region. Such clients include governmental clients and corporations in Bolivia, Colombia and Peru.

Capital Markets (International Firms) - Brazil

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Individual Editorial

Senior capital markets partner Manuel Garciadiaz is an inescapable force in the Brazilian market. Sources come forward to comment on his enviable track record and knowledge of Brazil-related matters. He is frequently seen handling IPOs and major debt issuances.

Banking & Finance (International Firms) - Brazil

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

Manuel Garciadiaz is held in high regard by the market for his solid track record advising important clients in Brazil. He is particularly admired for his strong practice dealing with complex matters, including sophisticated restructuring proceedings.

Corporate/M&A (International Firms) - Brazil

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Band 3

Individual Editorial

Manuel Garciadiaz is much admired by the legal business community in Brazil for his role in top deals. He is a prominent partner who is active in capital markets and M&A transactions and shares his time between New York and São Paulo.

Corporate/M&A - USA

Expertise Based Abroad
USA, expertise based abroad in USA

Individual Editorial
Manuel Garciadiaz continues to be a leading name for Latin America-related M&A. He works with both US and non-US clients.

Strengths

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  • Manuel Garciadiaz is like a machine; he always responds promptly, and is very fast and very straightforward in his advice. He is the best lawyer I know.

    Capital MarketsChambers Global Guide
  • Manuel Garciadiaz is amazing; he's our go-to counsel for all our matters.

    Capital MarketsChambers Global Guide
  • Manuel Garciadiaz is prompt and precise in his communication. He consistently addresses all matters thoroughly and effectively. I consider him a walking encyclopaedia.

    Capital Markets (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide
  • Manuel Garciadiaz is a senior lawyer and has a good reputation in the market.

    Capital Markets (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide
  • Manuel Garciadiaz is highly intelligent and brings years of market experience. His calm and composed presence contributes positively to the dynamics of each deal.

    Capital Markets (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide
  • Manuel is the go-to adviser for companies listing in New York. He has led many IPOs in recent years, consistently acting as issuer’s counsel. His coverage and reach in the market are truly remarkable.

    Capital Markets (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide

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