Global Guide 2026 : Uruguay
Ranked Individuals
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Key partners: Tomas Guerrero, Fernando de Posadas, Gerardo Caffera, Tomas Gurmendez
Posadas Corporate and M&A team is one of the largest and most experienced teams in Uruguay and is, without a doubt, a top-tier practice, having handled the biggest and most sophisticated M&A and FDI projects in the country.
The Corporate M&A department at Posadas has participated in several of the largest matters in Uruguay in the following sectors of activity: foreign direct investments, forestry, energy and infrastructure, and technology.
At Posadas, we have a unique combination of Professionals holding Master’s degrees in Corporate and Business Law from the most renowned universities in the USA, Europe or Uruguay, and professionals holding well-recognized academic positions in prestigious Uruguayan universities, something that is not so common in Uruguay.
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Posadas possesses a highly regarded corporate department boasting significant transactional and advisory experience in Uruguay. The team is particularly skilled in handling foreign direct investment matters for clients across the Southern Cone, including major cross-border acquisitions and divestitures. The firm frequently assists a range of notable clients from the food, agriculture and forestry, and manufacturing industries.
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I value Posadas's comprehensive knowledge and experience in handling complex corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, as well as their deep understanding of local and international markets.
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Distinguished partner Tomás Gurméndez is routinely sought after by key multinational clients for his sophisticated handling and negotiation of M&A transactions and related procedures. He has particular experience in the Uruguayan renewable energy sector.
Tomás Gurméndez is a lawyer with great experience, a lot of strategic vision and he is an excellent negotiator.
Working with Tomás Gurméndez is very positive due to his excellent customer service, constant availability, extensive knowledge and executive approach in the management of our affairs.
Significant partner Andrés Aznarez comes highly commended by interviewees for his thorough due diligence in cross-border M&A deals.
Andrés Aznarez shows great dedication and speed. He has handled highly sophisticated operations with skill, showing his technical knowledge and experience in structuring and negotiating complex deals.
Partner Gerardo Caffera Morandi is endorsed by interviewees for his advice on matters concerning corporate governance and commercial agreements in Uruguay.
Gerardo Caffera Morandi is a highly resolute and technical lawyer in the market.
Corporate/M&A
Corporate/M&A
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Tomás Gurméndez
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View profile of Gerardo Caffera MorandiAndrés Aznarez
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Practice area: Corporate/M&A
Location: Uruguay
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