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Allende & Brea

Banking & Finance

Latin America Guide 2027 : 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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Work Highlights

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  • Allende & Brea advised Cartasur Cards on the launch of a mobile application offering loans and payment services through a payment service provider, including related regulatory compliance matters.

Strengths

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  • Allende & Brea has excellent technical expertise and availability. The team is agile and works closely with its clients, embracing their goals and always striving for excellence.

    Banking & Finance respondentLatin America

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 in Argentina. He also has expertise advising on foreign exchange regulations.

    • Jorge Mayora has strong expertise and is a very practical lawyer. He has an excellent understanding of the business, takes a commercial approach and knows how to manage risk effectively.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
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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 is distinguished by his high level of technical expertise, deep understanding of the business and close, personalised support.

      Banking & Finance respondentLatin America
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