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Bomchil

Bankruptcy/Restructuring

Latin America Guide 2026 : Argentina

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We advise local companies facing financial or economic difficulties in their debt management and restructuring processes, both out-of-court and in-court, through debt exchange offers, extrajudicial preventive agreements or preventive bankruptcies under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Law.

We also assist local debtors in protecting their assets abroad through Chapter 15 proceedings under the United States Bankruptcy Code.

We represent foreign and local funds and creditors in all matters related to the enforcement of their real guarantees and other legal actions against debtors in situations of pre-insolvency and insolvency.

We support local and foreign groups in taking control of companies in bankruptcy, participating in several successful cases of purchasing distressed assets, involving joint agreements among creditors, shareholders, and buyers.

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Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Argentina

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Bomchil is a well-regarded full-service firm housing a solid bankruptcy and restructuring practice group in Argentina. The team is well placed to handle preventive actions, including advising on corporate restructuring and negotiating debt refinancing with creditors. The department is also frequently retained by banking clients to assist with bankruptcy and debt restructuring matters, regularly advising on the reorganisation of distressed companies.

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Work Highlights

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  • Bomchil represented Entre Ríos Crushing in its reorganisation proceeding involving more than 200 creditors.

Strengths

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  • Bomchil has a unique bankruptcy and restructuring team, which provides a great combination of transactional skills, which are essential to restructuring matters and litigation acumen.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Tomás Araya
    Tomás Araya

    Tomás Araya

    Co-head of department Tomás Araya has a well-established bankruptcy practice in Argentina, frequently retained by creditors to assist with insolvency and restructuring proceedings.

    • Tomás Araya is an excellent bankruptcy lawyer. He is truly straightforward, practical, sensible and intelligent. He is also pro-business and knows how to take acceptable risks.

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  • Martín Torres Girotti
    Martín Torres Girotti

    Martín Torres Girotti

    Co-head of department Martín Torres Girotti is noted for his expertise in bankruptcy proceedings and restructuring mandates in Argentina.

    • Martín Torres Girotti stands out for his strategic vision. He manages time well and is effective in making decisions. He does not conjecture, but asks questions and proposes achievable solutions.

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