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Allende & Brea

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Argentina

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Allende & Brea

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Allende & Brea has a long tradition of providing legal services in the banking and finance practice, working in a wide variety of transactions such as: commercial and syndicated loans, capital market transactions, mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations, trade financing, regulatory matters and FinTechs. Being one of the oldest firms in Argentina acting for many international clients, the firm has built a well-known reputation for finance advice and FinTech law.

Allende & Brea’s banking practice includes assistance in:

  • Developing legal strategies on matters ranging from negotiation and instrumentation of structured loans to regulatory issues.
  • Providing legal advice to FinTechs, including on immediate payments, e-commerce, payment service providers, digital wallets, open banking and crowdfunding.
  • Handling complex litigation matters, representing banks and financial institutions.
  • Dealing with legal matters related to new technologies applied to the banking system and financial activities, such as cryptocurrencies and blockchain.
  • Providing advice on day-to-day cross-border transactions, particularly regarding FX regulations.

The firm is well known for combining experience on new technologies and deep knowledge of Central Bank and Argentine Securities Commission regulations and policies, particularly in an increasingly complex regulated legal system.

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Banking & Finance - Argentina

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Allende & Brea regularly counsels clients on the incorporation of financial entities, including representing them before the Central Bank and the Securities Exchange Commission. Its team is frequently retained to provide regulatory assistance related to fintech and new financial products, as well as to handle bilateral and syndicated loans.

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Strengths

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  • Allende & Brea understands every aspect of banking law. Their prompt and effective resolution of complex challenges, combined with a robust business perspective, allows us to progress confidently.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Jorge Ignacio Mayora
    Jorge Ignacio Mayora

    Jorge Ignacio Mayora

    Respected partner and co-head of department Jorge Mayora often assists clients with financial transactions and debt offerings. He has additional expertise in advising on foreign exchange regulations.

    • Jorge Mayora is a great professional who is reliable and always available. He understands his clients very well, including their expectations and risk appetite.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Carlos María Melhem
    Carlos María Melhem

    Carlos María Melhem

    Noted partner and co-head of department Carlos Melhem is commended by clients for his solid advice on banking and finance matters in Argentina.

    • Carlos Melhem has extensive experience in the banking sector, with strong knowledge of regulations and emerging trends. We trust him fully, and his service is consistently excellent.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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