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FERRERE

Corporate/Commercial

Latin America Guide 2027 : Paraguay


FERRERE

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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.

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Corporate/Commercial - Paraguay

Band 1

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 in a range of disputes. Its impressive client base includes Paraguayan and international clients from the technology, entertainment, and food and beverage industries.

Work Highlights

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  • FERRERE advised Ueno Holding and OTP Bank on a minority equity investment valued at approximately USD30 million, involving cross-border investment into Paraguay's financial sector and the expansion of OTP Bank into the country.

Strengths

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  • FERRERE has a unique ability to unravel highly complex problems and present clear, actionable solutions. The firm's encyclopaedic, multidisciplinary knowledge, combined with the surgical precision with which they approach each matter, reflects a deep understanding of clients' needs and objectives.

    Corporate/Commercial respondentLatin America
  • I believe one of FERRERE’s main strengths is their genuinely close relationship with clients. The firm feels like an extension of the in-house team rather than an external adviser, and their responsiveness and accessibility provide great peace of mind when making critical decisions.

    Corporate/Commercial respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Carlos Vasconsellos
    Band 2Carlos Vasconsellos

    Carlos Vasconsellos

    Significant partner Carlos Vasconsellos is active in handling joint venture agreements and possesses extensive experience advising clients on cross-border M&A transactions in Paraguay.

    • Carlos Vasconsellos demonstrates impeccable execution across all matters. He consistently delivers a high standard of client service and shows a strong understanding of our business needs.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentLatin America
  • Band 2Erika Bañuelos
    Band 2Erika Bañuelos

    Erika Bañuelos

    Head of FERRERE's tax department, partner Erika Bañuelos assists clients with fiscal impact studies and general tax planning matters in Paraguay.

    • Erika Bañuelos is a highly experienced tax practitioner with deep technical knowledge and expertise. She is particularly skilled at managing complex matters.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentLatin America
  • Band 2Nestor Loizaga
    Band 2Nestor Loizaga

    Nestor Loizaga

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

    • Nestor Loizaga stands out for his technical excellence and consistent ability to handle complex legal issues. He provides clear, reliable guidance that is aligned with clients' needs, and his work is characterised by precision, dependability and a consistently high standard of quality.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentLatin America
  • Band 3Eduardo Ammatuna
    Band 3Eduardo Ammatuna

    Eduardo Ammatuna

    Eduardo Ammatuna regularly advises multinational companies on acquisitions and corporate restructurings in Paraguay. He also heads FERRERE's labour and employment department and receives widespread client praise for his expertise in this area.

    • Eduardo Ammatuna combines profound technical expertise with a practical understanding of business realities. His advice helps clients navigate complex and sensitive matters with confidence and make well-informed decisions.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentLatin America
  • Band 3Verónica Franco
    Band 3Verónica Franco

    Verónica Franco

    Experienced partner Verónica Franco advises high-profile clients on sophisticated M&A transactions and corporate restructurings in Paraguay.

    • Verónica Franco demonstrates strong technical expertise and a thorough, careful approach to legal analysis. Her advice is well researched and detailed, particularly on complex matters.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentLatin America
  • Up and ComingClaudia Arietti
    Up and ComingClaudia Arietti

    Claudia Arietti

    Counsel Claudia Arietti maintains an active corporate and commercial practice in Paraguay.

    • Claudia Arietti demonstrates a strong level of commercial understanding, complemented by a high standard of client service.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentLatin America
  • Associates to watchJosé Trinidad
    Associates to watchJosé Trinidad

    José Trinidad

    Associate-to-watch José Trinidad focuses his practice on labour litigation at both the administrative and judicial levels.

    • José Trinidad is a highly effective labour litigation specialist. His profound understanding of the Paraguayan judicial system enables him to develop robust and effective defence strategies, particularly in complex and sensitive matters.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentLatin America

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