Beccar Varela
Founded in 1897 and one of the country’s oldest firms, Beccar Varela is a full-service firm well-known in the Argentine market, especially for its top tier M&A practice. Horacio Beccar Varela serves as the managing partner of the firm, which has two offices in Buenos Aires. It is part of
numerous international networks and is a founding member of the Club de Abogados Iberoamérica. The firm’s international presence is helped by a German desk and the ability to communicate with clients in Spanish, English, French, German, Italian and Portuguese.
The M&A team mostly advises buyers but will also advise sellers. The firm is
very active in the agribusiness, energy and oil and gas sectors.
The banking team mostly works on the lender side but is known to also advise borrowers.
Because of the firm’s strong relationship with banks, it advises more underwriters in the capital markets practice area than issuers.
Key notable clients are Okta, Softbank, Apollo Management, Industrial and Commercial Bank
of China, Tiger Global and Cantor Fitzgerald.
Research period review: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
The banking team
advised domestic and international borrowers and lenders in restructurings, project financing, acquisition financing, general corporate financing across various industries and various
fintech matters.
The capital markets team was active on the debt side,
participating mostly in bond issuances and debt restructuring mainly in the banking
industry
The M&A team advised a mix of buyers and sellers. Deals were mostly cross-border and
covered multiple industries including start-ups and technology.
Deal highlights:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
Advent International’s $360 million acquisition of Prisma
Medios de Pago
PPRO’s $300 million acquisition of Qubits
Telecom Argentina $185 million project financing
Bomchil
Founded in 1923, Bomchil maintains a reputation as a leading full-service firm in Argentina.
The firm is best recognized for its banking and finance advice. In this area it often advises domestic borrowers on securing financing or does local counsel work on cross-border lending deals for lenders or borrowers.
The capital markets practice is experienced in debt issues both in Argentina, and internationally. In general, it is more active on the issuer side.
In M&A work the firm advises on local and international transactions. It advises both buyers and sellers.
In project development work the firm’s
expertise includes advising on development using the PPP model.
The firm’s clients include
Aeropuertos Argentina 2000, PECOM Energia y Servicios, Banco
Santander
and Desarrollo de
Proyectos
Mineros.
Research period review:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
Over the research period the firm was active in banking, M&A and capital markets work.
In recent banking work the firm advised on several large, complex, cross-border loans. It had a mix of lender and borrower side roles.
The capital markets team worked primarily on the debt side in bond issuances and exchange offers across various industries.
M&A work included local counsel to large international transactions as well as complex local deals representing both buyers and sellers.
Deal highlights:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
ABB Groups
$1.9 billion spinoff of
Accelleron Industries
Compañía General de Combustibles $220 million bond
issuance
MetroGas $115 million debt refinancing
SPI Energy $135 million bond issuance
Client feedback:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
“They are extremely responsive and commercial.”
“Market fees and excellent, prompt advice.”
“Professionalism and accessibility to the senior team members.”
“They have a very good knowledge of the field and they have a very easy and open way of communicating with us, which makes it very pleasant for us to work with them.”
“They combine an unparalleled professionalism along with precise knowledge of the law. This, added to highly competent professionals and their excellent capabilities, turn the firm into an asset of enormous value for our company.”
“Bomchil's main attribute is that they are always attentive of the different aspects of the transaction, with a 360 view, raising all legal matters to enable a better business decision process. They clearly understand the tempo and are always available.”
“Very professional, well respected in the local market, which gave comfort to all parties involved in an extremely complex transaction.”
“Excellent legal advice and deadline feedback.”
“Extremely responsive, very knowledgeable and commercial.”
“Excellent professional, very well respected in the local market.”
“Willingness to find solutions.”
“His knowledge, openness and predisposition to always be ready to help us with whatever needs we might have.”
“He
possesses a professionalism and reasoning unmatched in the market. His acute and in-depth analysis of not only the law but the ever-changing local environment, has often translated into immense value for us.”
“He is a leader. He knows how to manage the team, how to staff and include the required seniority and
expertise with perfect timing. He really
provides a service of excellence. We feel our back is covered. He is ready to advise and
provide opinion and go the extra mile – an approach not limited to legal matters.”
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja
Founded in 1967, Bruchou & Funes de Rioja one of the most well-known full service financial and corporate firms in Argentina. Though its only office is in Buenos Aires, it is part of the World Law Group, giving it an international presence.
Bruchou is best known for its work in banking and capital markets. However, the firm is especially active in the mining, oil and gas and energy industries across all practice areas.
The banking team advises both borrowers and lenders but
maintains strong relationships with Argentine and international banks.
Its debt capital markets team is well known for their work on sovereign bonds, where they advise both issuers and underwriters
It has a standout M&A practice, advising both buyers and sellers.
The firm’s key clients include
BNP Paribas, Enphys Acquisition Corporation, Citibank, Grupo Werthein,
JPMorgan, Envision Energy, Arcor and Genneia.
Research period review: 33rd edition (2022/2023)
During the research period the firm was active in banking, capital markets, M&A and project development.
The banking team led
numerous transactions involving
refinancing, credit facilities and term loans.
The capital markets team
worked on both new debt issuances and exchange offers across a variety of industries.
The project development team was primarily involved in energy, working on oil and natural gas projects as well as renewables.
The M&A team
advised acquirers, sellers and joint venture partners in renewable and conventional energy, food production,
media, consumer goods and
technology.
Partner Pablo
Falabella left the firm to move in-house.
Deal highlights: 32nd edition (2021/2022)
Arcord $500 million note exchange offer
Pampa Energía $407 million exchange offer
Province of Buenos Aires $140 million bond
issuance
Tecpetrol $500 million 4.875% bond
issuance
Client feedback:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
“They have an outstanding highly respected banking and finance department.”
“Availability, value for money, quick service.”
“With
Bruchou Fernández Madero & Lombardi, as a client I receive
an excellent service, where the closeness and commitment of the partners is absolute. The degree of knowledge and understanding of the regulatory framework and FX restrictions, as well as the vast experience not only in the local market but fundamentally the international one, make the service that it
provides stand out very positively.”
“The positive attributes are: expertise, know-how and efficiency in all the areas covered in recent deals.”
Financial services regulatory
“We have a quick and responsible service and response from them.”
“They were very professional, sharp and fully committed to the assignments. Senior partners have a clear understanding of all aspects – not only legal – of the transactions and they always have the support of large teams.”
“The offered service is good in general. They know our company very well.”
“B&FR is the best service provider that the company has. B&FR is able to merge and combine both excellence and good time-responding. The team, Javier Rodriguez Galli, Nicolás Dulce and Macarena
Rolon are always available to help us and
assist us on various matters, showing deep knowledge not only of the legal framework but also on business needs.”
“Maximum seniority, knowledge and solvency in specific and complementary professional areas.”
“They are highly sophisticated and kind of state of the art on M&A. They have great international experience and connections. Still, they are close to us and always available to bring up a creative solution.”
“Bruchou is very proactive and has a depth expertise in M&A and international transactions. The service has always been excellent in every way. The response time, an essential requirement in hiring a study in these times, is perfect, they are fully aware of modern business
times”
“Knowledge of jurisdiction, availability, cost-effectiveness, quick response and great communication skills.”
“Very responsible and with a profound understanding of the big picture. Committed to results and deadlines. A nice person.”
“José is a great professional, with a lot of experience, a person of close and concrete dialogue, oriented to find solutions and always committed to the quality of work and compliance with established times. He is the person who knows about exchange and regulatory issues, or at least the one who has the most clarity in their understanding and transmission by far.”
“Nicolás Dulce is a proactive adviser that always seeks to find and
a provide solutions that support the company's needs in various aspects. He is also nimble when different views or opinions are provided by the company.
“
“He is always ready to give us his or the firm's advice on any matter we have.”
“He is a very smart professional, knowledgeable efficient and dedicated to solve tasks of clients.”
“They provide personal interaction, seniority, knowledge, availability and network, and relate as a business friend.”
“In tax matters, Ezequiel Lipovetzky has shown great responsiveness (he is always available
in a timely manner to resolve issues) and experience in tax advice on M&A and international tax planning. He is an excellent lawyer who has also been shown to be very practical in coordinating a transaction from a tax point of view, since he does not stay strictly technical but rather takes in the practical aspects applicable to the transaction. This quality sets him apart from other lawyers. We have noticed that the tax team is extensive. The excellent coordination of the team by Ezequiel
Lipovetzky is a quality that is also of
great value to us.”
“They provide personal interaction, seniority, knowledge, availability and network, and relate as a business friend.”
“He has been in charge for our company since we started in Argentina. He helped us in different matters, always offering an excellent service.”
“She is always predisposed and eager to help us and solve our matters as quickly as possible.”
“Experience, innovativeness, seniority and negotiation skills.”
“Very responsive, always available and
very creative. He has a lot of
expertise in M&A and is essential for our transactions and negotiations.
“
“He is an excellent lawyer who has also been shown to be very practical in coordinating a transaction, since he does not stay strictly technical but rather takes in the practical aspects applicable to the transaction. Delivery is excellent. He coordinates the transaction in Latam with excellent performance. He was essential in the negotiation with the purchaser.”
“He is a very smart professional – knowledgeable, efficient and dedicated to solve the client's tasks.”
“Alejandro is a recognised figure in the market, well known and respected, with knowledge, skills, quick understanding of client´s point of view and very business-oriented.”
“Very smart, has a general knowledge of all financial and legal aspects of the transaction, helps in negotiation strategy. Fully available 24x7.”
“Ale is an excellent lawyer, very committed with the transactions in which he is involved, and always in a position of leadership. Always
seeking to enrich the documents, Ale makes a difference in each transaction in which he takes part.”
“Macarena
Rolon is a young and enthusiastic attorney that has proven to have a bright future in corporate law, especially because of her perseverance and positive attitude towards challenges. She quickly understood the mindset of the company and
provides her knowledge considering that.”
DLA Piper Argentina
DLA Piper Argentina
is a full-service law firm based in Buenos Aires. The firm is a part of the global DLA Piper legal network and has offices in Mendoza,
Argentina and New York City. The firm services clients that speak Spanish, English, Portuguese, French and Hebrew.
Project development, debt restructuring, banking and finance and M&A are some of the practice areas the firm specializes in. It is particularly skilled in foreign investments and cross-border transactions, playing
an integral role in the innovative developments that take place in Argentina.
Some of the firm's key clients include Advent International, Banco Playmaker Capital,
Brasil Foods, Ecolab Group, Galileo Global Technologies, Gameloft Oaktree, Newell Brands Province of Mendoza, Vivendi and Votorantim.
Research period review:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
During the research period the firm was active in both
banking and M&A.
The banking team was involved in a variety of transactions including sovereign and sub-sovereign debt issuances and restructurings, exchange offers, debt restructurings and loan agreements.
The M&A team was involved in
cross-border acquisitions and mergers across a variety of industries.
Deal highlights:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
Advent International $262 million acquisition of 25% stake in Tigre Group
Edenor $71 million note exchange offer
International Flavors & Fragrances
$1.3 billion divestiture of Microbial Control
Province of Buenos Aires $139 million 6.50% floating rate
bond issuance
Martínez de Hoz & Rueda
Despite only opening in 2018, Martínez de Hoz & Rueda, or MHR, has quickly established itself as a formidable firm in the Argentine market, especially in project development. The full-service firm has opened a new fully operational office in (Zonamerica)
Montevideo, Uruguay. The office is led by managing partner Pablo Rueda. The two senior offices are in Buenos Aires and Neuquén.
They’re led by managing partner and founder, José A Martínez de
Hoz.
The firm has proven itself to be a standout in the oil and gas and energy industries across all its practice areas.
Similarly, the M&A team can be found on both the strategic buyer and seller side of transactions. The capital markets team represents issuers and underwriters in debt issuances. While the strength of the firm lies in the projects area. It also has notable banking and capital markets practices, working with borrowers and lenders.
Many of the firm’s key clients are oil and gas and energy companies, including YPF Energía Eléctrica, ExxonMobil, Argentina Offshore Investments, Pan American Energy and Equinor Argentina. It also
maintains strong relationships with other large companies – primarily in banking – most notably IFC, HP, Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires, BBVA and BNY Mellon.
Research period review:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
During the research period the banking and project development teams worked on the development and financing for a plethora of gas and renewable energy projects, including wind farms and solar farms, representing both the sponsors and lenders. Banking work also included deals in the finance and manufacturing sectors.
The capital markets team mostly represented underwriters as well as some firms in debt issuances and financial restructurings. Furthermore, the team also worked on sovereign and subnational government debt.
The M&A team represented clients in a variety of sectors including finance, technology,
energy and
food
and beverage. It advised both international and domestic clients.
Deal highlights:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
Corporación Andina de Fomento $300 million A/B
cross-border
financing
EDENOR $76 million social bond exchange offer
Exterran Argentina $625 million 9.00%
bond
offering
Pan American Energy $100 million note exchange offer
Client feedback:
33rd edition (2022/2023)
“Excellent feedback and advice and reasonable fees.”
“MHR is an extraordinary team for banking and finance and
Jose Martinez de
Hoz (n)
is a star in the field.”
“From my point of view, Martínez de Hoz & Rueda
provides an outstanding service for their clients, second to no other firm in Argentina. They are available 24/7, technically robust and commercially sharp.”
“Their knowledge is remarkable, they are always available, always adjust the delivery time to the company request. They are well known in the market and respected by all the institutions and professionals we work with.”
“MHR has extensive experience in the area. Their advice is always spot on.”
“Very competent and professional.”
“Well-prepared lawyers, available 24/7 and with a practical approach.”
“They are committed and passionate professionals who provide an excellent and top-quality service (not only in terms of legal but also in swiftness of action).”
“Argentina is
a very difficult environment for business, as laws and regulations are always changing, but they are always updated and report to us on how the impact of those changes may affect us. The MHR team is always available to
help and they are
very clear
on their analysis. The MHR team has a great level of involvement to solve issues.”
“Fantastic firm. Very responsive, very adaptable to client requests. Smart and creative and focused on efficiency and great client deliverables.”
“Incredibly diligent, responsive and provided good clear advice on tough legal questions and transaction strategy.”
“MHR is strong in identifying all possible ramifications of decisions under negotiations and the deal structuring process, thus providing foresight and preventing any potential obstacles in the way to closing.”
“Strong knowledge, long experience and deep analysis of energy issues.”
“They have a client focus, with partners always available. Excellent knowledge in the oil and gas market.”
“Extremely knowledgeable of the sector. Very responsive.”
“He is a very committed and innovative professional, but above all I highlight his legal, human and personal skills/qualities.”
“He is very reliable and is always willing to help us.”
“A great lawyer, excellent advice and feedback.”
“Super-knowledgeable and competent and professional.”
José Martinez de Hoz (nieto)
“José is a brilliant lawyer and a leader in the banking and finance arena in Argentina.”
“He has depth of knowledge. Client/deal handling. Good timing to prevent/foresee decisions and key conversations.”
“José (nieto) is top of the line, very versatile in banking and capital markets. Available 24/7, technically robust and commercially sharp.”
“Fully committed, great expertise, easygoing, always available, quick answers.”
“He is a well-prepared lawyer, available 24/7 and with a practical approach.”
“He is an excellent professional with a very pleasant manner.”
“Creative, experienced and reliable.”
“Pablo is a great lawyer.”
“Excellent communication, super-responsive and very knowledgeable.”
“Very proactive and problem-solving profile. She listens, understands and then suggests a solution. Always meets deadlines.”
“Not only is he a great lawyer, but also he is always worried about the clients'
concerns and he is there when you
need. The following features describe his qualities: speed,
innovation and responsibility.”
Alfaro Abogados
Established in 1994 in Tirana, Boga & Associates is one of Albania's largest full-service firms. It also has an office in Kosovo.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm advises on deals across a wide range of practice areas, from banking to corporate transactions and is known for advising foreign clients as local counsel on cross-border deals.
In the project area the firm is experienced in advising on renewable and conventional energy infrastructure development.
Key clients
Among its clients are Statkraft UK, Black Sea Trade Development Bank, Banka Kombetare Tregtare, Avon Cosmetics Albania, Sanofi Aventis, PPC Albania, HydroEnergy, Trans Adriatic Pipeline, Devoll Hydropower and HydroEnergy.
Research period review: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
During the research period the firm was active in all areas of financial and corporate law.
In financial and corporate it advised acquirers on an acquisition in banking, and lenders on direct financing. It has a prolific record in advising various corporate clients on entity establishments and various corporate matters.
In project development the firm advised developers on projects mostly in renewable energy sector.
Deal highlights: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Devoll Hydropower project
EMS Albanian Port Operator concession
OTP Bank €55 million acquisition of Alpha Bank
Statkraft UK acquisition of Elmtronics Group
Trans Adriatic Pipeline
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Bank lending : Lender side
"The due diligence and drafting respective agreements."
Corporate and M&A
"Responsiveness, problem solving capabilities, professionalism. "
Project development : Energy
"Boga & Associates met all of our expectations by providing sterling legal advice supported by many innovative solutions. I would also praise Boga & Associates for being very responsive and for their ability to provide succinct and clear legal advice."
"The firm met all of our expectations by providing sterling legal advice supported by many innovative solutions. I would also appraise the firm for being very responsive and for their ability to provide succinct and clear legal advice."
"Professionality, integrity in providing legal services. Western communication and English is helpful as well. "
Restructuring
"They provide precise feedback and respect deadlines."
Alketa Uruci
"Problem-solving and business-oriented."
"Professionalism, legal and jurisdiction knowledge. "
"She replies on time and in precise way."
Genc Boga
"He stands out for his commercial vision."
Sokol Elmazi
"Great communication skills. Knowledge of the law. Strong writing ability. Creativity. Good judgment."
Allende & Brea
Founded in 1957, Buenos Aires based firm Allende & Brea is a full-service outfit which works for foreign and domestic clients on transactions.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has established a local and international reputation for itself in the banking and finance area. It is also well known for its experience in advising in complex, international M&A transactions.
In banking and finance work the firm represents many local and international fintech companies in Argentina. The team also provides advice in preparing and executing credit facilities and framework facilities and refinancing.
In M&A the firm has significant experience in providing M&A advice to insurance companies. The group advises on buy-side and sell-side, with a focus on cross-border transactions. It is active in the fintech and banking sectors, as well as in the automotive, food, television and aviation industries.
Key clients
Some of the firm’s notable clients include Google Payments, Intel, Mercedes-Benz, Metlife, Airbus, Wells Fargo, Mastercard, Lenovo, Bank of China, Banco Industrial, Commerce Bank and MUFG Bank.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Banking
“Professional, standardised, always think from the perspective of the client, protect clients' interest, high efficiency."
"Timely response. Agility. Specialists in each area. Recommendation of partners to work with."
Banking and finance
"They have in-depth knowledge of the current legislation and changes implemented. They are very thorough in their analysis and provide good feedback as to viable alternatives."
"Timely responses. Preparation of letters and materials to be presented to the regulators."
Baker McKenzie
Baker McKenzie has been offering a wide range of services to local and international companies in Argentina since the late 1970s. Its Buenos Aires branch is able to utilise the firm’s global network, which includes offices in six other jurisdictions in Latin America alone, to handle a high volume and scope of work.
Focusses / specialisms
In banking and finance work the firm provides advice to
financial institutions and borrowers in complex transactions. It assists private equity funds on significant financing deals and is extremely active in the fintech industry.
The firm has an active M&A practice that does work for both strategic financial buyers and sellers in sectors including banking, oil and gas, telecommunications, and mining.
Key clients
Some of the firm’s clients include Brookfield, PayPal, Mercado Libre / Mercado pago, Merck & Co., Ualá, Goldman Sachs, Nokia and Tencent.
Beretta Godoy
Established in 2000, Beretta Godoy is a Buenos Aires based law firm specializing in foreign direct investment and transactions.
Focusses / specialisms
The primary strength of the M&A department is its abilities to handle global transactions, with particular experience in mining.
The project development practice is focused in global transactions and cross-border deals. Sector strengths include working with Chinese state-owned companies.
Bunge Smith & Luchía Puig
Founded in 1958 in Buenos Aires, Estudio Bunge represents clients in nearly every sector of the economy in Argentina.
Focusses / specialisms
In terms of transactional work, the firm has experience in the legal counseling of complex international operations.
The firm is experienced in providing debt restructuring work.
Sectors of focus for the firm include banking and financial services, real estate, mining and energy.
Key clients
Clients advised include Limoneira Company, Buenos Aires Province Medical Doctors´ Pension Fund, Bank of Montreal, Citibank, Stifel Bank & Trust, Citizens Bank, Export Development Canada, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation y Keybank National Association and TMF Trust Company (Argentina).
Cabanellas Etchebarne Kelly
Founded in
2004, Cabanellas Etchebarne Kelly is a
full-service law firm based in
Buenos Aires.
The firm is a part of the global DLA Piper legal network
and has offices in Mendoza, Argentina and New York City. The firm
services clients that
speak Spanish, English, Portuguese, French and Hebrew.
Project development, debt restructuring, banking and finance and M&A are some of the practice areas the firm specializes in. It is particularly skilled in foreign investments and cross-border transactions, playing
a integral role in the innovative developments that take place in Argentina.
Some of the
firm's key clients include Advent International, Banco Playmaker Capital, Brasil Foods,
Ecolab Group,
Galileo Global Technologies, Gameloft Oaktree, Newell Brands Province of Mendoza, Vivendi and Votorantim.
Cerolini & Ferrari Abogados
Founded in 2013, Cerolini & Ferrari is a boutique law firm based in Argentina. With its office in Buenos Aires, the firm advises local and international clients on a variety of matters.
Focusses / specialisms
In banking and finance work, the firm advises local and international companies in setting up their operations in Argentina. The firm works with many local banks.
The capital markets practice is active in IPOs, syndicate loans, reorganizations, corporate and sovereign bonds.
For corporate & M&A work the firm is mainly active in aiding in corporate and contractual matters, acting as advisor to the sell-side of some transactions.
Sectors the firm works with include technology, banking and financial services.
Key clients
Key clients include Catapult Sports, QuanticMind Solutions, Merrill Lynch Argentina, Bank of America (Argentina Branch), Banco CMF and Banco del Chubut.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
" Excellent services, reasonable fees."
“Knowledge, experience, speed, availability, focus.”
Deloitte Legal
Deloitte Legal
is a
well established firm that is part of a global network making it highly capable of servicing a myriad of clients.
The firm has
a significant corporate and M&A
practice, often advising clients on complex cross-border transactions such as mergers and foreign investments. Clients from sectors such as oil and gas, energy, sports, healthcare, construction and finance are the firm’s specialty.
Some of the firm’s notable clients are
Siemens
Gammessa Renewable Energy, Flowserve Argentina,
Smartclip Argentina, Sony Argentina and PPG Industries Argentina.
Estudio Garrido Abogados
Estudio Garrido Abogados is different from other Argentine firm’s due
its membership in the global legal network Eversheds World Alliance.
The firm specializes in M&A work as well as banking, being particularly proficient in advising on the
lender side.
Celulosa Argentina and Advent International are two of the firm’s most notable clients.
MBP Partners
MBP Partners was founded in 2016 as a legal boutique focused on financial, corporate and tax. It has since branched out to M&A, infrastructure, tax planning and infrastructure work. The firm has one office in Buenos Aires.
The banking and finance practice has experience supporting PPP contractors and can be seen acting as deal counsel to the issuance and placement of shares on the Buenos Aires’ Stock Exchange.
The firm has a strong fintech background. It works in blockchain and cryptocurrency regulation, as well as P2P lending and the development of digital banks.
In terms of M&A and project development work, the firm is actively
working with buy side companies acquiring targets.
The firm’s clients include Itau-Unibanco Group,
Ripio, Mota-Engil Group, Dana Incorporated Group, State Grid
Grou, and BTG Pactual Group and The Bank of China.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“Close to clients and very well informed
about the market.”
“They provide a thorough insight analysis on current banking regulations. They are readily available for last
minute calls and questions.”
Pérez Alati, Grondona, Benites & Arntsen
Pérez Alati,
Grondona, Benites & Arntsen was founded in 1991. It is a large, full-service firm with an international presence. The firm has
offices in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Santiago, Chile, and New York, USA.
The capital markets and banking and finance practices focuses on project finance, exports and trade finance, debt and equity securities offerings and general corporate finance. The group also has solid experience in sovereign and sub-sovereign financing and infrastructure finance.
The project development team is a leader in the energy sector and has great experience in portfolio project finances, combined M&A and project finance and amending existing finances.
Key clients include Banco Santander, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Argentina), Los Grobo Agropecuaria, Genneia and Pan American
Fueguina.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Industry knowledge, very good communication."
Richards Cardinal Tützer Zabala & Zaefferer
Founded in 2001,
Richards Cardinal
Tutzer Zabala &
Zaefferer is located in Buenos Aires and is a part of developed
legal networks such as
AllyLaw and international alliance of law firms.
The
firm specializes in cross-border M&A transactions, working with clients in various industries including construction, food production, energy and telecommunications.
The firm’s key clients include Accenture, BAF Capital, Concha y Toro, ING Bank, Mercedez-Benz, Microsoft and Royal Canin.
Salaberren & López Sansón (SyLS)
Founded in 2009,
Salaberren y Lopez Sanson is a corporate law and tax boutique. It has one office in Buenos Aires.
The team has experience in buy-side and sale-side transactional work. The firm services industries such as beverage, mining, retail, technology and agriculture.
Key clients include Coca-Cola, Delivery Hero, HSBC Bank, Mercado Libre, Pampa Energía,
Xertica and Innovative Medicines.
Salaverri | Burgio | Wetzler Malbrán
Salaverri, Burgio & Wetzler Malbrán was established in 2012. The firm has one office located in Buenos Aires.
The firm stands out for its M&A transactional work. It specializes in regional and domestic work, inward investments by foreign investors, structuring and planning joint ventures,
shareholders agreements and more.
Key clients include Turner
Internacional Argentina, Pampa
Energía, Arca Continental and General Electric.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“They have a very solid team."
"Proficiency, negotiation skills, seniority, area expertise."
Tavarone Rovelli Salim & Miani
Founded in 2014,
Tavarone, Rovelli, Salim & Miani is a full -service firm with one office in Buenos Aries. The firm‘s banking and finance work includes corporate finance, public and trust issuance, loans and general regulatory advice. While the firm does not have a global footprint, it does work with domestic and international clients.
The firm has developed a solid track record in project development finance and infrastructure transactions.
The banking and finance team is experienced in setting up financial trusts and arranging bonds for both lenders and borrowers.
Key clients include McCormick, Cinépolis Group, BNP Paribas,
Powerchina and Banco Santander Río
and Tozzi Green.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"First of all, it is important to highlight that I always worked with partners. They are all involved in all the transactions from the
genesis until the closing. Additionally, all partners have broad experience internally and abroad and that is something very useful in our market."
TCA Tanoira Cassagne
Established in 2011,
Tanoira Cassagne Abogados is known for its project financing work. The firm has an office in Buenos Aries. The firm does not have an international presence, but it works with both domestic and international clients.
The firm stands out for its project finance transaction work where it advises both borrowers and lenders. It is known for providing advice to banks in various roles, including trustee, custody, underwriter and placement agent. The firm is also highly active in the primary domestic bonds market.
Key clients include BASF, Bayer, Citibank, TMF Trust Company Argentina, HSBC Securities Banco
Comafi, Phillips and Telefonica.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Broad knowledge of the regulations regarding the Argentine SEC, Central Bank and other regulations."
"If not the best, one of the best legal firms in Argentina. Corporative, pro-deal, knowledge team, professionalism as well as kind and friendly relationship. Capable
to work with large companies as
well with SMEs. Strong presence with multinationals and with family-owned companies."
Zang Bergel & Viñes
Founded in 1975,
Zang Bergel &
Viñes is a well experienced firm and a member of multiple national and international legal networks, substantially bolstering its ability to service the needs of its clients.
The firm has a noteworthy reputation in
M&A practice, exemplifying versatility in its experience representing domestic and foreign clients on the buyer and seller side. Sports, media and entertainment, technology, construction and pharmaceuticals are just a few of the industries the firm specializes in.
The firm’s key notable clients include
Agrofy Global,
Alpha Media,
Austral Gold, Banco de
Crédito y Securitización,
Bitfarms, DF Entertainment,
Eurolatam Group,
Farmacity, Netflix
and NH Hotels.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"They completely understand the local regulations, they interact perfectly with local regulators and work perfectly on tight schedules."
“The combination of knowledge of the local courts and the corporate finance market is very useful at the moment of
analyzing the best strategic to
enforce a defaulted credit.”
