Banking & Finance
Latin America Guide 2025 : Argentina
Band 1
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Provided by Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
Since its inception Bruchou & Funes de Rioja has been a leading legal Firm in Banking & Capital Markets, a position acquired through 30 years of working along with its large client base within the international and local financial communities in different type of innovative transactions, as market dynamics evolved through time. We help our clients to achieve their goals with a smooth and efficient deal execution. As a consequence of having one of the largest teams that is fully and exclusively dedicated to the Banking & Capital Markets, we were able to keep the pace of the market´s dynamics by acquiring a leading and distinctive know-how on all financing products that were available in the financial market in Argentina. Our counselling extends to all legal aspects of banking and financial law: Restructuring; Investment funds; debt capital markets; equity; sovereign debt & public sector finance; private banking; project finance; acquisition finance; derivatives; leasing; structured products; syndicated loans and other bank financings.
Chambers Review
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja's outstanding department acts at the forefront of the Argentinian banking and securities market. Their unrivalled team represents top-tier banks, multilaterals and institutional investors, while demonstrating equal skill counselling corporate borrowers. The department handles complex syndicated lending transactions, debt refinancing and bond offerings in the local and international markets. The firm continues to maintain a leading position in project finance mandates and is further sought after to provide counsel on key regulatory concerns.
Work Highlights
- Bruchou & Funes de Rioja assisted AES Argentina with the international exchange offer of its 7.750% Notes due 2024 for newly issued 9.50% Notes due 2027 and cash consideration.
Strengths
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"Bruchou & Funes de Rioja has excellent lawyers who have an exceptional depth of knowledge in legal matters involving transactions. They always deliver in a timely manner and provide excellent service."
"One of Bruchou & Funes de Rioja's strengths and competitive advantages is their ability to handle complex issuesand propose solutions for clients. Their service and response level are unbeatable."
"Bruchou & Funes de Rioja has excellent lawyers who have an exceptional depth of knowledge in legal matters involving transactions. They always deliver in a timely manner and provide excellent service."
"One of Bruchou & Funes de Rioja's strengths and competitive advantages is their ability to handle complex issuesand propose solutions for clients. Their service and response level are unbeatable."
Notable Practitioners
Senior statesperson and founding partner Carlos Lombardi is recognised by market commentators for his vast experience advising clients in the Argentine banking and finance arena.
"Carlos Lombardi is a great lawyer with a strong track record."
Eminent practitioner Enrique Bruchou is a founding partner who continues to be endorsed by market commentators as a longstanding practitioner in the banking and finance market in Argentina.
Star individual José María Bazán is a prominent figure in the Argentine banking and finance and capital markets arena in Argentina, involving both local and international transactions. He is often commended by clients to advise on debt refinancing, syndicated loans and debt offerings as well as regulatory matters.
"José María Bazán’s contribution is invaluable. His unwavering availability, business vision and knowledge of our sector are remarkable."
"José knows the market very well. He knows the deals and keeps up with trends. He has the ability to use his experience to guide us. We value that. He adds value."
"Without a doubt, due to his knowledge, experience and ability to provide solutions to extremely complex issues, José Bazán is the best financial lawyer in the market."
Outstanding partner Hugo Bruzone heads the law firm's banking and finance practice in Argentina. He is held in the highest esteem by the market and clients alike for his stellar expertise in the field, regularly advising banks and lenders on a range of transactions and regulatory work.
"Hugo Bruzone is an excellent professional; he is dedicated to solving complex issues."
"Hugo has the ability to think strategically, is well-versed in our policies and the risks that we are willing to take. He has many years of experience and is pleasant to work with."
Solid partner Alejandro Perelsztein boasts extensive experience advising clients on debt restructuring and capital markets mandates. He is also well placed to assist public bodies with the issuance of debt.
"Alejandro Perelsztein has a broad vision of the market, is always available and provides both legal and business guidance."
Well-regarded partner Analía Battaglia routinely assists clients with bilateral and syndicated loan agreements. She is also experienced in project finance.
"Analía Battaglia has terrific responsiveness and is great to work with. She is very knowledgeable about Argentine regulations, and she effectively represents her clients."
Noted partner Matías López Figueroa continues to be well-placed in advising arrangers as well as investment and commercial banks in banking and corporate financing transactions.
"Matías López Figueroa stands out for his clear judgement, flexibility and strong legal and commercial knowledge."
Associate-to-Watch Leandro Belusci joins the ranking this year following strong commendation for his support to the banking and finance department.
"Leandro Belusci is an excellent associate with solid knowledge and strong client service."
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