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Bergstein Abogados

Corporate/M&A

Latin America Guide 2027 : Uruguay

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Bergstein Abogados

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  • The firm routinely advises clients on virtually all aspects of the law affecting corporations, partnerships, joint ventures, and not for profit entities: this includes mergers and acquisitions, spin-offs, incorporation of companies under all forms of legal structures, capital increases and capital reduction procedures, negotiation stock purchase agreements, joint ventures and shareholders agreements, and the filing and maintenance of necessary government licenses and certificates. On a day-to-day basis the firm reviews all types of commercial agreements, including distributorship, agency and franchising agreements.  The firm has a recognized expertise in all matters regarding termination and non-renewal of any of such business relationships. The firm has conducted due diligence work in virtually the entire spectrum of industries.
  • The firm draws on its vast corporate and banking expertise to provide legal advice for the start-up, initiation and further operation of renewable energy projects, with particular emphasis in wind-sourced energy projects and wind parks.

Clients (5)

  • Visanet International
  • Allflex
  • Lexmark
  • Saint Honoré
  • Boston Scientific

Industries (6)

  • Life Sciences
  • Telecommunications
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Project Finance
  • Infrastructure
  • Energy

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Corporate/M&A - Uruguay

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Bergstein Abogados is a dynamic law firm experienced in providing corporate advice to Uruguayan and international clients from highly regulated sectors such as pharmaceutical, technology, energy and banking. The team is particularly active on cross-border acquisitions and investments involving Uruguayan companies, forestry assets and other strategic holdings. The department also assists clients with corporate structuring, regulatory approvals and compliance-related mandates.

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Work Highlights

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  • Bergstein Abogados acted as Uruguayan counsel to Rimas Entertainment Holdings on its acquisition of a stake in Bartives, in a transaction valued at over USD53 million.

Strengths

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  • Bergstein Abogados is reliable and gives us peace of mind. Its team is excellent from both a commercial and technical perspective and consistently points us in the right direction.

    Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Jonás Bergstein
    Jonás Bergstein

    Jonás Bergstein

    Notable partner Jonás Bergstein gains praise for his extensive experience in international and domestic M&A transactions. He is particularly active in cross-border acquisitions, disposals and joint venture mandates, especially in the forestry, infrastructure and industrial sectors.

    • Jonás Bergstein brings a valuable big-picture perspective to his advice, combining strong commercial acumen with an excellent standard of client service.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
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  • Guillermo Duarte
    Guillermo Duarte

    Guillermo Duarte

    Solid partner Guillermo Duarte wins praise from clients for his assistance with handling cross-border M&A documentation, due diligence processes and corporate structuring in Uruguay.

    • Guillermo Duarte is a skilled negotiator with a strong understanding of the market. He combines commercial awareness with high-quality execution.

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Uruguay

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