Corporate/Commercial
Latin America Guide 2025 : Paraguay
Band 1
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FERRERE’s Corporate team assists companies on their day-to-day operations as well as on the structuring and implementing of complex deals. FERRERE regularly handles extraordinary corporate reorganization process and situations. It drafts and negotiates local and international contracts, assists on bid processes and handles its clients’ relationships with the State. It designs legal structures in line with specific client needs and regulatory demands.
The Corporate group provides services to major multinationals, contributing to efficiently resolving problems and facilitating their operations in the region. Among others, it advises Abbott, Bosch, Directv, Dufry, ExxonMobil, IBM, MetLife, MSC, SIKA, Syngenta, Emergent Cold, Microsoft, Nordex, Nestlé, Petrobras, Schlumberger, Vestas and Weyerhaeuser. An active network of international contacts and a regional presence with standardized services allows FERRERE to provide high-quality advice and handle complex matters in different jurisdictions.
FERRERE’s has broad resources and high specialization which is an important advantage when required to participate in meticulous due diligence procedures to be carried out in record time. The team deeply understands the client´s business needs, detecting potential contingencies and proposing practical solutions to avoid or minimize client exposure. In turn, the M&A practice group works in collaboration with the other areas offering multidisciplinary-integrated and business-oriented advice.
Chambers Review
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.
Work Highlights
- Ferrere advised Darling Ingredients on its acquisition of Gelnex.
Strengths
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"Ferrere is an excellent law firm with an interdisciplinary and agile team that guides us to effective solutions. They are the best lawyers in the country."
"Ferrere's team stands out for its technical ability, attention to detail and unwavering commitment. They always grasp the business purpose behind the decisions and documents that we negotiate."
"Ferrere is an excellent law firm with an interdisciplinary and agile team that guides us to effective solutions. They are the best lawyers in the country."
"Ferrere's team stands out for its technical ability, attention to detail and unwavering commitment. They always grasp the business purpose behind the decisions and documents that we negotiate."
Notable Practitioners
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.
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."
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."
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."
Up-and-coming partner Erika Bañuelos assists clients with fiscal impact studies and general tax planning matters in Paraguay.
"Erika Bañuelos has extensive knowledge of our industry and consistently provides effective and high-quality solutions."
Associate-to-watch José Trinidad breaks into the rankings this year as he is recognised by clients for his activity in labour and employment matters in Paraguay. His practice focuses on labour litigation at both the administrative and judicial levels.
"José Trinidad is an excellent professional who is consistently growing; he is one of the main pillars of the team."
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