Corporate/M&A
Uruguay
6 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Santiago Castellán Batista
Latin America 2027
Ranked in 2 practice areas
About
Provided by Castellán Abogados
Latin America
Practice Areas
Santiago Castellán is Managing Partner of Castellán and has over 22 years of experience advising local and international companies on complex corporate and transactional matters.
His practice focuses on M&A, corporate governance, investment and business structuring, reorganizations, and restructuring and insolvency. He is particularly experienced in advising international groups entering or expanding in Uruguay and in coordinating cross-border transactions across Latin America.
Santiago also plays a leading role in the firm’s Corporate Tax practice, working alongside its team of tax lawyers and accountants on the legal and strategic aspects of tax structuring, M&A transactions, investments and corporate reorganizations.
Clients value his hands-on involvement, commercial and financial perspective, and ability to translate complex legal and regulatory issues into practical solutions aligned with their business objectives.
Career
Managing Partner.
Lawyer graduated from the Faculty of Law and Social Sciences of the University of the Republic (UDELAR).
Master in Business Law at the University of Montevideo (UM).
He is a former Aspiring Associate Professor of Commercial Law at the Law School of the University of the Republic (UDELAR).
Chambers Review
Provided by Chambers
Chambers Latin America
Corporate/M&A - Uruguay
Band 2
Individual Editorial
Solid partner Santiago Castellán Batista continues to win extensive praise from clients for his comprehensive advice on corporate and M&A matters in Uruguay. He is particularly sought after for his work on cross-border acquisitions, while also demonstrating considerable expertise in corporate reorganisations and market-entry mandates for international investors.
Tax - Uruguay
Band 3
Individual Editorial
Santiago Castellán Batista is a noteworthy tax lawyer who is active in advising on tax due diligence in connection with sizeable transactions and tailoring tax and corporate structures for clients.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Santiago Castellán Batista is very thorough in his involvement at all levels. He has the technical expertise that allows him to lead M&A processes with complete confidence and effectiveness.
Corporate/M&AChambers Latin AmericaSantiago Castellán Batista is always on top of matters and maintains a clear understanding of every development. His constant awareness and involvement ensure that we feel supported at all times.
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