Department profile
Marval O'Farrell Mairal

Competition/Antitrust

Latin America Guide 2027 : Argentina


Marval O'Farrell Mairal

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About

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Marval has the largest Competition Practice in Argentina and one of the largest in Latin America. Our experienced group of professionals is consistently involved in the biggest and most complex antitrust investigations and merger control filings in Argentina across a wide range of industries that includes IT, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, farming, oil-related services, cement, textile and vehicle manufacturing markets, among many others.

We have an outstanding antitrust investigation practice and we participate in the majority of the most demanding and complex investigations conducted by the Antitrust Commission. Our team has been responsible for approximately 30% of all merger filings in Argentina ever since the introduction of merger control in the country. We have unmatched experience of advising clients on cross-border competition matters involving other Latin American jurisdictions, particularly Brazil, Chile, Peru and Uruguay, as well as liaising and coordinating the Argentine section of global transactions.

Our competition/antitrust practice covers a wide range of matters including:

  • Antitrust audits and compliance programs
  • Pre-Merger strategy analysis and Merger Control issues
  • Cartel investigations
  • Monopolization/dominance cases
  • Antitrust Litigation 

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Competition/Antitrust - Argentina

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Marval O'Farrell Mairal is a stellar full-service firm boasting a market-leading competition department. Its bench of seasoned practitioners offers expert counsel to well-reputed multinational clients on the antitrust aspects of M&A transactions, as well as representing them before the Argentine competition authority. The department also provides experience advising on investigations concerning abuse of dominant positions and other allegations of anti-competitive behaviour.

Work Highlights

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  • Marval O'Farrell Mairal advised Netflix on the Argentine competition law aspects of the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery’s streaming and studios segment, valued at USD82.7 billion.

Strengths

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  • Marval O'Farrell Mairal's extensive experience and expertise enable it to handle highly complex matters. They are distinguished by their curiosity and genuine interest in understanding their clients' business, which places them in the best possible position to provide effective and tailored advice.

    Competition/Antitrust respondentLatin America
  • Marval O'Farrell Mairal's advice is highly pragmatic. The team possesses a very strong level of knowledge and experience, and their responsiveness is outstanding.

    Competition/Antitrust respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Miguel del Pino
    Band 1Miguel del Pino

    Miguel del Pino

    Front-running partner Miguel del Pino continues to garner extensive praise from the market for his local and international experience in the Argentine competition arena.

    • Miguel del Pino is an experienced partner with deep knowledge of the market, strong business acumen and solid expertise in antitrust issues.

      Competition/Antitrust respondentLatin America
    • Miguel del Pino is an expert in the competition and antitrust field and is recognised in the market for his gravitas and professional excellence.

      Competition/Antitrust respondentLatin America
  • Band 1Santiago Del Rio
    Band 1Santiago Del Rio

    Santiago Del Rio

    Outstanding partner Santiago Del Rio has notable expertise in competition matters in Argentina, being particularly active in merger control proceedings.

    • Santiago Del Rio provides high-quality advice on highly complex matters. He has an excellent command of competition law and fosters strong, collaborative relationships with clients.

      Competition/Antitrust respondentLatin America
    • Santiago Del Rio combines all the qualities we seek in an external adviser. He brings pragmatism, commercial acumen, technical expertise, charisma and approachability.

      Competition/Antitrust respondentLatin America
  • Associates to watchGabriela Ariel Irízar
    Associates to watchGabriela Ariel Irízar

    Gabriela Ariel Irízar

    Associate-to-watch Gabriela Ariel Irízar regularly assists clients with merger control proceedings in Argentina.

    • Gabriela Ariel Irízar is an expert in competition law. Her expertise allows her to provide valuable and practical insights.

      Competition/Antitrust respondentLatin America

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