With an impressive track record in high-profile international cases and insolvencies, the bankruptcy and restructuring team at CMS Grau demonstrates sector expertise in the mining, fishing, banking and education fields. The team is well versed in handling corporate liquidations, distressed M&A deals, and the preparation and negotiation of reorganisation and liquidation plans. The department is jointly led by industry veterans Michelle Barclay, who advises on cross-border corporate restructuring and insolvency regulation, and Victor Farro, whose areas of expertise include liquidation and administrative matters with social and political considerations. At the associate level, Javier Marquez is reputed for his risk analysis experience in distressed M&A cases, while Ivanna Escala covers liquidations and due diligence in various corporate matters.

Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas remains at the forefront of the bankruptcy and restructuring arena, with demonstrable expertise in complex bankruptcy proceedings, liquidation procedures and reorganisations. Acting for domestic and global financial institutions, investors and funds, the practice is well placed to assist both debtors and creditors in public and private restructurings and cross-border insolvencies, particularly in the fishing, construction and mining industries. The offering is jointly led by Gonzalo De las Casas, who is skilled in creditor payment agreements and the sale of companies in financial distress, and José Antonio Jiménez, an expert in business restructuring processes and corporate liquidations. Daniel Gonzáles is noted for his specialisation in M&A and bankruptcy restructurings, while Marcia Arellano concentrates on assisting clients in general bankruptcy system law matters before INDECOPI. Senior associate Valeria Sánchez focuses on restructurings in the local market, in addition to corporate financing. The team was further strengthened in May 2024 with the hire of associate Carla Cervantes, formerly of Martinot Abogados.

Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados is renowned for its involvement in high-profile and complex restructuring and liquidation cases. Adopting an interdisciplinary approach by collaborating with its litigation and tax disciplines, the firm handles reorganisations, asset-acquisition operations and distressed financing, often within the aviation, oil and gas, and financial sectors. Guillermo Puelles leads the team and concentrates on public and private insolvency, as well as distressed M&A deals. Hugo Silva specialises in public restructuring and litigation, while Jorge Trelles handles corporate liquidation proceedings. At the associate level, Renzo Rossi works on insolvencies and the assessment of banking and insurance regulation, and Sabrina Montoya frequently counsels national and global companies on various corporate issues. Consultant Gaspar Flores handles work relating to administrative law and financial restructuring.

De Bracamonte - Haaker - Castellares‘ banking and finance offering is wide-ranging and covers preventive strategies, applications for bankruptcy proceedings, and the acquisition of bankruptcy estate assets. With experience acting for both debtors and creditors, the firm has sector expertise in the energy, financial services and tech industries, among others. Gonzalo De Bracamonte Melgar heads the department and focuses on the management of financial distress for both individuals and corporates. Senior associates Claudia Oviedo Alva and María Cristina Guardia Gómez are skilled in restructurings and corporate liquidations, respectively.

The bankruptcy and restructuring department at Estudio Echecopar member firm of Baker McKenzie International advises leading banks and corporations from the entertainment, mining, petroleum and agro-industry sectors. The firm is regularly involved in complex debt restructurings, corporate insolvency strategies and distressed schemes, and often collaborates with its public law and litigation disciplines. Rafael Picasso heads the group and is involved in several complex bankruptcy cases, often before INDECOPI. Paolo Robilliard frequently advises distressed companies and creditors on various matters, benefiting from his established corporate and M&A expertise. Associates Katherine Zapata and Luciana Palomino handle corporate reorganisations and corporate finance work.

At Miranda & Amado, the bankruptcy and restructuring team demonstrates expertise in insolvency petitions, cross-border proceedings and the insolvency aspects of financial facilities. Acting for clients in various regulated industries, such as oil and gas and transport, the firm offers a primarily creditor-oriented service. The group is jointly led by Rafael Corzo and Renzo Agurto, who is well versed in complex restructuring and winding-up transactions. At the associate level, Lisbeth Benavides is recommended for her experience in the insolvency elements of corporate reorganisations, while José Enrique Fernández advises debtors and creditors in insolvency proceedings before INDECOPI.

July 2024 saw the former Martinot Abogados merge into Santiváñez Abogados, which is now composed of some 50 lawyers (including ten partners) with offices in both Lima and Piura. The bankruptcy and restructuring department advises creditors and debtors alike and undertakes high-value work, which includes out-of-court restructuring and the sale and purchase of assets of distressed companies. Engaged by clients from the insurance, real estate and mining sectors, the team demonstrates strong knowledge of bankruptcy regulation. Luis Fernando Martinot, who is experienced in corporate workouts and turnarounds, leads the team alongside Yanira Becerra Stock, who frequently handles the acquisition of distressed assets. At associate level, Katia Matallana concentrates on asset restructuring, liquidations and dissolutions.

Active across the mining, agriculture and pharmaceutical industries, Muñiz, Olaya, Meléndez, Castro, Ono & Herrera Abogados’ bankruptcy and restructuring offering covers both regulatory and transactional matters. Senior partner Anthony Lizárraga Vera-Portocarrero advises insolvency practitioners, banks and various Peruvian corporations on banking and distressed debt deals. Associate Carlos Carbajal draws on his corporate and bankruptcy law background to negotiate the sale of distressed assets and debt restructuring.

Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uria’s bankruptcy group counts banks, insurance companies and domestic financial institutions among its clients, and often coordinates with its tax, labour and mining practices to offer comprehensive advice. Drawing from his previous experience working at INDECOPI, Alfonso Pérez Bonany leads the department and concentrates on assisting domestic and international clients with restructuring and liquidation proceedings.