Corporate/M&A
Latin America Guide 2025 : Argentina
Band 1
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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
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. Its new clients include Allkem and Phenna Group.
Work Highlights
- Beccar Varela advised Pan American Silver Corp on the USD4.8 billion global acquisition of Yamana Gold.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Beccar Varela's team is very experienced, knowledgeable and solution-oriented, which is key given the complexities of a market as complex as Argentina."
"The team at Beccar Varela has a unique combination of deep legal expertise, robust commercial acumen and a genuine partnership-driven approach. They consistently uphold the highest standards."
"Beccar Varela's team is very experienced, knowledgeable and solution-oriented, which is key given the complexities of a market as complex as Argentina."
"The team at Beccar Varela has a unique combination of deep legal expertise, robust commercial acumen and a genuine partnership-driven approach. They consistently uphold the highest standards."
Notable Practitioners
Well-regarded partner María Shakespear regularly advises a variety of local and international clients on corporate restructuring and M&A deals.
"María Shakespear demonstrates a high level of knowledge, good treatment, commitment and dedication. It is always a pleasure to work with her."
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 possesses the ability to approach challenges constructively, deftly navigating complex issues while always keeping the overarching objectives of his clients firmly in focus."
Notable partner Roberto Crouzel is routinely sought out by clients from the mining, pharmaceutical and finance sectors to assist with a number of M&A transactions in Argentina.
"Roberto Crouzel is a great advisor. He is respected for his strong opinions and ability to reconcile conflicts."
Solid partner Alejandro Poletto is recognised for his corporate practice, routinely handling M&A transactions on both buy and sell-side deals.
"Alejandro Poletto consistently demonstrates the utmost professionalism, taking charge internally and engaging effectively with external parties."
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 trusted professional due to his track record and knowledge. It is a true pleasure to work with him."
Ranked Lawyers at
Beccar Varela
Argentina
Members
Provided by Beccar Varela
Agustin Duarte
Ana Andres
Carolina Serra
Casiana Silveyra Perdriel
Emilio Beccar Varela
Horacio E. Beccar Varela
José Miguel Puccinelli
Lucía Degano
Manuel Adrogué
Maria Benson
María Fernanda Mierez
Head of Department
Miguel C. Remmer
Pedro Nicholson
Pedro Silvestri
Rafael Lobos
Head of Department
Ricardo Castañeda
Head of Department
Tomás Allende
Industries
Provided by Beccar Varela
Agribusiness
Automotive
Banks & Financial Services
Energy
Food & drinks
Gaming
Infrastructure, Engineering & Construction
Insurance
Media & Entertainment
Oil & Gas
Pharmacueticals, Health Care & Life sciences
Real estate & Hospitality
TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)