Thomas Vega-Byrnes is a Chicago-based attorney with broad country and industry sector experience in international business transactions, with extensive experience in major engineering and construction projects, and microfinance investments and lending in developing countries.

Mr. Vega-Byrnes represents clients in relation to international mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, secured lending, distribution, supply and licensing agreements and other commercial contracts, and corporate law.

He provides assistance to a wide range of clients throughout the United States and abroad, including Fortune 500 companies, major commercial and financial institutions, governments and governmental entities, as well as small and midsize companies.

His approach to the lawyer's role in such transactions is to anticipate and solve problems, and provide practical, effective, and timely advice. Mr. Vega-Byrnes has extensive experience and understanding of the multiparty risk allocation process integral to complex international projects.