Corporate/M&A
Latin America Guide 2025 : Peru
Band 2
Chambers Review
Garrigues is a widely regarded international firm benefiting from wide-ranging expertise in M&A and corporate matters. The firm is regularly called upon to advise major clients on asset acquisitions, corporate reorganisations, sales, mergers and joint ventures. Its strong bench of notable practitioners is often retained by clients active in the oil and gas, energy and telecommunications sectors, as well as private equity funds.
Work Highlights
- Garrigues represented Actis in the acquisition of Enel Perú and Enel Américas' stakes in Enel Generación Perú’s share capital (approximately 66.50% and 20.46%, respectively). The firm also assisted Actis with the purchase of Enel Perú's holdings in Compañía Energética Veracruz’s share capital (equal to 100%). The transaction was worth approximately USD1.4 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Garrigues have the valuable ability to synthesise complex problems into easily understood matters and come up with both traditional and novel solutions, while always taking a business-minded approach."
"Garrigues have the valuable ability to synthesise complex problems into easily understood matters and come up with both traditional and novel solutions, while always taking a business-minded approach."
Notable Practitioners
Outstanding partner Sergio Amiel remains a trusted corporate adviser in Peru for his strength in a broad array of M&A mandates. He often advises on investment and shareholder agreements, acquisitions, sales and mergers.
"Sergio Amiel is very professional. He has a pro-deal mindset and stays attuned to his clients' needs in every step of the deal."
"Sergio Amiel is an outstanding professional with a strong work ethic. He takes a pragmatic approach in negotiations, and is commercially savvy and well connected in the market."
Up-and-coming partner Héctor Zegarra continues to receive recognition for his experience assisting clients with a variety of M&A matters.
"Héctor Zegarrastands out for his ability to handle complex transactions and responsiveness at all times. He is very committed to his clients and gives strategic advice with favourable outcomes."