Banking & Finance - Costa Rica
What the team is known for
BLP is an acclaimed regional firm that enjoys a well-regarded banking and finance practice. The department routinely assists notable local and international financial institutions as lenders, as well as property developers as borrowers, with the financing of corporate transactions. Their noted bench of practitioners is frequently sought out to advise on bilateral and syndicated loans, credit facilities and the restructuring of debt. The Costa Rica-based team is also adept at handling bond issuances and underwriting agreements.
Strengths
"The team has very deep knowledge and experience. We feel at all times that we have a team of experts at hand who provide excellent advice."
Notable practitioners
Adept partner Andrés López is frequently found representing banks in a range of mandates within Costa Rica. His experience encompasses loan agreements, due diligence support and regulatory advice. Andrés is active in commercial, residential and hospitality real estate finance. "Andrés López is the leader of the team that attends us. He is exceptional!"
Noted partner Julio Castellanos remains active in the Costa Rican banking and finance sphere, with his work including social bonds, long-term non-revolving loans and project finance. "Julio Castellanos is very good. You always see him working. He is involved in the transaction from the start, participating face-to-face with clients."
Luis Fernando Hernández remains active representing clients in a range of banking and finance mandates, including negotiation of loan agreements and finance of real estate developments. "Luis Fernando Hernández is the lawyer we call when we are coming up with new financial products. His legal knowledge, sophistication and commercial awareness make him the perfect sounding board."
Active partner Vivian Liberman is continually recognised by market onlookers for her prowess in the banking and finance sphere, remaining active representing high-profile financial entities. "Vivian Liberman is our lead counsel and most trusted adviser. She has achieved this status in our company through her sophistication, commercial vision and service."