Founded in 2015, ALTA QIL+4 is a full-service firm that provides legal services to clients throughout the Central American region. The firm has one office located in Guatemala City. In 2021, the firm joined with 3 other firms throughout central America to form Alta Legal.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a strong energy focus, with its project development team advising on the development of over 1500MW of energy in Guatemala. The financial and corporate team advises on buy and sell-side transactions, as well as government loans.
Key clients
Key clients for the firm include the Republic of Guatemala, Minera San Rafael, CIFI and Grupo Terra.
Research period review: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
Over the research period, the team was active in project development transactions. The team worked mostly on PPA’s in renewable energy, social infrastructure and power industries, acting for project companies.
Deal highlights: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
Cova PPA green energy purchase
Client Feedback: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
Banking
“The Alta Qil + 4 team is extremely knowledgeable on these types of transactions. They are very active in counseling and always willing to help and propose new solutions.”
“1. Good communication skills. 2. Good Judgement. 3. Analytical skills. 4. Knowledge of finance sector.”
“Experience, strategic thinking, financial knowledge.”
Financial restructuring
“Discusses and recommends efficient structures to implement the restructuring and guarantee our investment.”
Financial services regulatory
“Trustworthy and efficient.”
M&A
“Team with deep knowledge, great commitment and attention to detail.”
“Great team, with excellent service and attitude.”
“Excellent communications and attitude.”
Private equity
“Excellent knowledge and very efficient.”
Javier Castellan
“Knowledgeable, excellent service, friendly and proactive.”
Alejandro Cofiño
“Excellent service and attitude.”
“Excellent overall lawyer and excellent communication skills.”
Melissa Echeverria
“Responsive, knowledgeable, efficient.”
“Excellent knowledge and treatment.”
Carlos Garcia
“Efficient and good communicator.”
Santiago Granados
“1. Knowledgeable. 2. Trustworthy. 3. Analytical Skills. 4. Organized. 5. Clear and concise when communicating with us.”
“Experience, knowledge, empathy.”
Ignacio Grazioso
“Excellent lawyer.”
Marcos Ibarguen
“Great experience, very professional and trustworthy.”
Andrés Lowenthal
“He is an expert in banking and finance who understands client's needs and is extremely helpful in closing transactions.”
“Very smart and excellent knowledge and treatment.”
