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FERRERE’s Corporate and Commercial team assists companies on their day-to-day operations as well as on structuring and implementing complex deals and handling extraordinary situations. It drafts and negotiates local and international contracts, assists on bid processes and on its clients’ relationships with the State. It designs legal structures in line with specific client needs and regulatory demands.

The Corporate and Legal group provides services to major multinationals in diverse sectors, contributing to resolving problems and facilitating their operations in Bolivia, Paraguay and Uruguay. Among others, it advises Abbott Laboratories, Bosch, British American Tobacco, Directv, Dufry, ExxonMobil, IBM, MetLife, Maersk, Microsoft, Nordex, Nestlé, Petrobras, Röhlig Logistics, Ontario Teacher’s Pension Plan Board (OTPP), Owen – Illinois, Parmalat, Schlumberger, Sanofi Aventis, Vestas, Vale and Weyerhaeuser. An active network of international contacts and the regional presence allow FERRERE to respond to their queries and handle complex matters in different jurisdictions.

FERRERE’s broad resources and high specialization allow it to conduct meticulous due diligence procedures in record time, detecting potential contingencies and proposing practical solutions to avoid or minimize client exposure. In turn, the Mergers and Acquisitions practice group works in collaboration with the firm’s other areas to form a multidisciplinary team offering full-service legal advice. 

Chambers Review

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Corporate/Commercial - Paraguay

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Ferrere is a market-leading regional firm with a longstanding track record advising multinational clients on M&A, corporate restructuring and joint venture mandates, as well as day-to-day corporate matters. The Asunción-based team boasts additional expertise in contentious labour and tax matters, acting as counsel to prestigious clients on a range of disputes. Its impressive client base includes Paraguayan and international clients from the technology, pharmaceutical and food and beverage industries.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Nestor Loizaga
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Nestor Loizaga
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Band 1

Stellar partner Nestor Loizaga is frequently instructed by domestic and international clients to advise on large-scale M&A transactions and corporate restructuring mandates in Paraguay.

Carlos Vasconsellos
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Carlos Vasconsellos
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Band 3

Significant partner Carlos Vasconsellos advances in the rankings this year on the back of positive market support. He is active handling joint venture agreements, and possesses a wide range of experience advising clients on cross-border M&A transactions in Paraguay.

Carlos Vasconsellos provides practical and constructive advice. He helps us identify key risks, offers creative and practical solutions to problems, and plays a critical role in negotiations.

Verónica Franco
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Verónica Franco
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Band 3

Experienced partner Verónica Franco climbs the rankings this year in recognition of her practice advising high-profile clients on sophisticated M&A transactions and corporate restructurings in Paraguay.

Verónica is deeply involved in all matters and ensures that we receive high-level service. She has a deep commercial understanding and seeks to provide legal advice tailored to our specific needs.

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Eduardo Ammatuna
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Up and Coming

Eduardo Ammatuna joins the rankings as an up-and-coming partner following praise for his activity in this field. He regularly advises multinational companies on acquisitions and corporate restructurings.

Eduardo Ammatuna provides us with excellent counsel in corporate matters. He stands out for his broad knowledge, strategic vision and practical solutions to complex legal problems.

Ranked Lawyers at
Ferrere Abogados

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Paraguay

Corporate/Commercial

Nestor Loizaga
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Nestor Loizaga
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Band 1
Carlos Vasconsellos
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Carlos Vasconsellos
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Band 3
Verónica Franco
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Verónica Franco
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Band 3
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Eduardo Ammatuna
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Up and Coming