Capital Markets
Latin America Guide 2025 : International Counsel
Band 4
Contact number
213 485 1234Chambers Review
Latham & Watkins houses an active department that is recognised for its expertise and involvement in capital markets matters arising in Latin America. The legal team is noted for its activity in jurisdictions such as Colombia, Mexico and Venezuela, and is routinely sought after to advise corporate issuers and financial institutions on their issuance of medium-term notes and long-term bonds throughout the region. The law firm is also notably engaged in providing field-related regulatory advice. Green Coffee Company is Latham & Watkins' new client roster addition.
Work Highlights
- Latham & Watkins advised CAF on its USD1.5 billion global SEC-registered offering of three-year notes.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Latham & Watkins' lawyers are always available and approachable, and they explain how capital markets issues work in a clear manner. They're very skilful lawyers."
"Latham & Watkins' lawyers are always available and approachable, and they explain how capital markets issues work in a clear manner. They're very skilful lawyers."
Notable Practitioners
Gianluca Bacchiocchi breaks into the rankings this year after attracting commendation from peers and clients alike for his activity in capital markets mandates arising out of Latin America.
"Gianluca Bacchiocchi is an amazing lawyer who brings together a keen sense of business, sophistication in his work and an impressive service. He's got the perfect mix of skills, which sets him apart."
Roderick Branch maintains remarkable activity within the Latin American capital markets domain. He enjoys significant experience advising on debt and equity issuances, particularly in Mexico and Chile. He represents prominent banking clients in note and bond offerings.
"Roderick Branch is a fundamental resource for Latin American capital markets deals. He is an amazing lawyer who is always appreciated by his clients."