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Marval O'Farrell Mairal

Energy & Natural Resources: Power

Latin America Guide 2027 : Argentina


Marval O'Farrell Mairal

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Marval’s electricity practice group advises on matters covering the entire electricity generation and supply chain, from public tenders for generation projects to international and local PPAs, transportation and distribution utilities, and regulatory and judicial disputes. Our electricity practice group has a strong background in electricity sector regulation. We are renowned for assisting clients with complex matters, including cross-border transactions. We have also developed strong expertise and reputation in renewable energies, including wind, biofuels and biomass.

We work closely with other departments of the firm in finance and corporate transactions involving electricity sector clients, such as loans, debt issuances and M&A.

Our electricity practice covers a wide range of matters including:

  • Electricity regulation
  • International and local PPAs
  • Renewable energies
  • Regulatory and judicial disputes
  • Regulation of electricity utilities
  • Public bids for the award of electricity infrastructure construction contracts

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Energy & Natural Resources: Power - Argentina

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Marval O'Farrell Mairal's energy and natural resources practice is particularly noted for its expertise in the electricity sector in Argentina. The department handles sector-related transactions, regulatory matters and the development of hydroelectric, renewable energy and transmission infrastructure projects. The team also advises on contracts relating to the generation, transmission and supply of electricity.

Work Highlights

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  • Marval O'Farrell Mairal advised Gezohuba Group and Energía Argentina on the renegotiation of a public works contract for the construction of two hydroelectric dams in the Province of Santa Cruz.

Strengths

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  • Marval O'Farrell Mairal has a thorough understanding of regulatory energy matters and the ability to quickly understand our business strategy and develop solutions that align with applicable regulations.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Gonzalo Santamaría
    Band 2Gonzalo Santamaría

    Gonzalo Santamaría

    Respected partner Gonzalo Santamaría maintains an active energy practice with a focus on transactional work. He has experience advising on various hydroelectric and renewable energy projects.

    • Gonzalo Santamaría is an excellent lawyer specialised in energy. He is a great strategist thanks to his extensive technical and regulatory knowledge in the field.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Power respondentLatin America

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