Beccar Varela, Corporate/M&A | Chambers Latin America Profile

About

Provided by Beccar Varela

Through over a century, our Mergers & Acquisitions – Corporate Department has guided major investments in Argentina, advising on countless national and cross-border deals. Current clients range from multinational heavyweights to local entrepreneurs.

We advise both buyers and sellers involved in M&A deals, including commercial and service enterprises, private equity funds and pension administrators, providing guidance on regulatory matters at the federal, provincial and municipal levels. Our experts have in-depth experience structuring complex financial transactions across all industries.

In addition, our team regularly assumes the role of international counsel for regional transactions, acting as lead counsel and coordinating with local counsel in other jurisdictions. Our superb relations with law firms and clients throughout the region enables us to smoothly support cross-border initiatives and Latin America-wide strategies.

Our professionals are also experts in a range of industries, assisting clients’ analysis of the legal considerations affecting mergers and acquisitions in sectors ranging from infrastructure and natural resources to fintech and e-commerce.

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A - Argentina

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Beccar Varela is an acclaimed full-service firm with a front-running advisory and transactional corporate department in Argentina. Its deep bench of experienced professionals is often sought out to assist with complex local and cross-border acquisitions of entire companies or significant share stakes, as well as negotiating termination agreements. The team counsels on key transactions in the context of corporate reorganisations and also consults on a range of day-to-day issues concerning capitalisation and shareholder relations.

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Work Highlights

Beccar Varela advised Banco Galicia and Grupo Financiero Galicia on the acquisition of HSBC Argentina’s business for USD550 million.

Strengths

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Beccar Varela is a great firm with strong capabilities in M&A, known for its swift responses, precise advice and ability to anticipate problems.

Corporate/M&A respondent
Latin America

Beccar Varela demonstrates exceptional expertise, skilfully navigating intricate legal frameworks with a creative, problem-solving approach and delivering innovative, client-focused solutions.

Corporate/M&A respondent
Latin America

Beccar Varela is a great firm with strong capabilities in M&A, known for its swift responses, precise advice and ability to anticipate problems.

Corporate/M&A respondent
Latin America

Beccar Varela demonstrates exceptional expertise, skilfully navigating intricate legal frameworks with a creative, problem-solving approach and delivering innovative, client-focused solutions.

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Latin America

Notable Practitioners

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María Shakespear

Head of Corporate/M&A

Band 1

Acclaimed partner María Shakespear regularly advises a variety of Argentinian and international clients on corporate restructuring and M&A deals.

María Shakespear's 360-degree vision, legal expertise and active listening skills place her at the forefront of any negotiation.

María Shakespear's ability to find creative solutions and coordinate all transaction workstreams from start to finish is admirable. She is the lawyer I always want on my team.

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Ramón Moyano

Head of Corporate/M&A

Band 3

Well-established partner Ramón Moyano continues to draw on his extensive experience handling a variety of mergers and acquisitions for clients in the telecommunications and healthcare sectors.

Ramón Moyano is a trusted adviser whose expertise and commercial insight are key in bringing deals to a successful close.

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Roberto Crouzel

Head of Corporate/M&A

Band 4

Notable partner Roberto Crouzel is routinely sought out by clients from the mining, pharmaceutical and finance sectors to assist with a variety of M&A transactions in Argentina.

Roberto Crouzel has a strong managerial approach. He handles deals effectively and demonstrates solid negotiation and communication skills.

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Alejandro Poletto

Band 6

Solid partner Alejandro Poletto is recognised for his corporate practice, routinely handling M&A transactions on both buy and sell-side deals.

Alejandro Poletto provides an excellent service focused on the client’s needs and objectives. He approaches complex legal issues with clarity and consistently delivers thorough, balanced analysis.

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Carolina Serra

Band 6

Partner Carolina Serra garners significant praise from clients for her corporate practice in Argentina.

Carolina Serra is a great lawyer with a refined approach and strong responsiveness. She is very meticulous and experienced.

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Roberto A. Fortunati

Band 6

Experienced partner Roberto Fortunati is well regarded by peers and continues to advise clients on M&A, with particular expertise in the mining sector.

Roberto Fortunati is a seasoned M&A professional whose experience is instrumental in navigating material issues and obstacles that arise during transactions.

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