Banking & Finance
Latin America Guide 2025 : Argentina
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Provided by Allende & Brea
Allende & Brea has a long tradition of providing legal services in the banking and finance practice, working in a wide variety of transactions such as: commercial and syndicated loans, capital market transactions, mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations, trade financing, regulatory matters and FinTechs. Being one of the oldest firms in Argentina acting for many international clients, the firm has built a well-known reputation for finance advice and FinTech law.
Allende & Brea’s banking practice includes assistance in:
- Developing legal strategies on matters ranging from negotiation and instrumentation of structured loans to regulatory issues.
- Providing legal advice to FinTechs, including on immediate payments, e-commerce, payment service providers, digital wallets, open banking and crowdfunding.
- Handling complex litigation matters, representing banks and financial institutions.
- Dealing with legal matters related to new technologies applied to the banking system and financial activities, such as cryptocurrencies and blockchain.
- Providing advice on day-to-day cross-border transactions, particularly regarding FX regulations.
The firm is well known for combining experience on new technologies and deep knowledge of Central Bank and Argentine Securities Commission regulations and policies, particularly in an increasingly complex regulated legal system.
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Allende & Brea regularly counsels clients on the incorporation of financial entities, including representing them before the Central Bank and Securities Exchange Commission. The team is frequently retained to provide regulatory assistance relating to fintech and new financial products, as well as handling bilateral and syndicated loans.
Work Highlights
- Allende & Brea advisedthe Bank of China on the structuring of local and cross-border financing for the development of a mining project inArgentina.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Allende & Brea has experience with sophisticated issues in the financial and banking business. They are prompt and accurate with their responses and are always up-to-date on regulatory developments."
"Allende & Brea has experience with sophisticated issues in the financial and banking business. They are prompt and accurate with their responses and are always up-to-date on regulatory developments."
Notable Practitioners
Co-head of department Jorge Mayora often assists clients with financial transactions and debt offerings. He has additional expertise advising on foreign exchange regulations.
"Jorge Mayora helps us navigate complex situations with excellent dedication and quality of service. He is capable of providing valuable elements of judgement for sound business decision-making."
Noted partner and co-head of department Carlos María Melhem is commended by clients for his solid advice on banking and finance matters in Argentina.
"Carlos provides excellent care and attention in every legal process. He is sophisticated in his legal expertise and demonstrates a strong understanding of the commercial implications of matters."
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