Department profile
Pérez del Castillo & Asociados

Corporate/M&A

Latin America Guide 2027 : Uruguay


Pérez del Castillo & Asociados

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The Corporate team of the firm stands out for its specialization in highly complex matters in the following practice areas.

Bankruptcy and Insolvency: We provide comprehensive judicial and extrajudicial advice in complex insolvency and bankruptcy cases and business restructuring processes, providing assistance to our clients regarding the implementation of efficient solutions in order to deal with such situations. 

Commercial: We offer comprehensive advice in the structuring of complex business transactions. We intervene in the elaboration and negotiation of a great variety of commercial agreements, either national or international, linked to different areas of economic activity.

Company Law: We advise our clients on the design of the structure that best suits their business needs, for which we assist them in the incorporation, restructuring and/or purchase of corporations, public limited companies, limited liability companies, foundations, agricultural companies and associations, and other corporate structures.

Corporate Governance: We assist shareholders and directors in the adoption of good corporate governance practices with the aim of promoting transparency in the management and administration of companies.

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A): We offer complete and continuous assistance to our clients acting as acquirers, sellers or intermediaries, within the cases of M&A processes, share purchase agreements, disposition of business premises, assets purchase agreements, etc.

Industries (23)

  • Banks
  • Charities/Not for Profit
  • Chemicals
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Construction & Materials
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Education
  • Financial Services
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Health Care
  • Media
  • Mining & Metals
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation
  • Family Offices
  • Slaughterhouse
  • Call Centers
  • Agribusiness
  • Government

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Corporate/M&A - Uruguay

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Pérez del Castillo & Asociados' established team assists clients with an array of corporate matters in Uruguay. The team is known to provide corporate advice to banking entities, dealing with day-to-day mandates and M&A. The department is also experienced in handling transactions involving publicly traded companies and counselling on share purchase agreements. The law firm provides further assistance with commercial contracts, such as distribution agreements.

Work Highlights

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  • Pérez del Castillo & Asociados acted for Agronegocios del Plata as Uruguayan counsel on its acquisition of Del Carmen Agropecuaria and Garmet from the Pérez Companc Family Group.

Strengths

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  • I would highlight Pérez del Castillo & Asociados' client-centric approach, as well as its practical and efficient working style. Its lawyers are excellent in their interactions with counterparties, consistently demonstrating professionalism, courtesy and a constructive approach.

    Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Miguel Casanova
    Band 2Miguel Casanova

    Miguel Casanova

    Key practitioner Miguel Casanova continues to receive ample client praise for his corporate expertise in Uruguay. He has a strong reputation for handling M&A transactions, complemented by notable experience in shareholder arrangements and corporate structuring matters.

    • Miguel Casanova's dedication and involvement are unwavering. His leadership, problem-solving abilities and execution skills are instrumental in ensuring the successful completion of a transaction.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
  • Band 3Matías Pérez del Castillo
    Band 3Matías Pérez del Castillo

    Matías Pérez del Castillo

    Matías Pérez del Castillo continues to be recognised for his strength in M&A, advising on acquisitions, disposals, investments and shareholder arrangements across a range of sectors. He also assists clients with strategic corporate governance and complex commercial agreements.

    • Matías Pérez del Castillo stands out for his technical strength, great ability to build commercial relationships and strong leadership capabilities.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America
  • Up and ComingGonzalo Trapp
    Up and ComingGonzalo Trapp

    Gonzalo Trapp

    Up-and-coming partner Gonzalo Trapp continues to receive client praise for his assistance with corporate matters, including shareholders' agreements and due diligence mandates in Uruguay.

    • Gonzalo Trapp provides an excellent level of service. He demonstrates strong judgement in handling complex corporate issues and consistently offers a practical perspective, with clear and reliable support that facilitates decision-making.

      Corporate/M&A respondentLatin America

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