About

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Through over a century, our Mergers & Acquisitions – Corporate Department has guided major investments in Argentina, advising on countless national and cross-border deals. Current clients range from multinational heavyweights to local entrepreneurs.


We advise both buyers and sellers involved in M&A deals, including commercial and service enterprises, private equity funds and pension administrators, providing guidance on regulatory matters at the federal, provincial and municipal levels. Our experts have in-depth experience structuring complex financial transactions across all industries.


In addition, our team regularly assumes the role of international counsel for regional transactions, acting as lead counsel and coordinating with local counsel in other jurisdictions. Our superb relations with law firms and clients throughout the region enables us to smoothly support cross-border initiatives and Latin America-wide strategies.


Our professionals are also experts in a range of industries, assisting clients’ analysis of the legal considerations affecting mergers and acquisitions in sectors ranging from infrastructure and natural resources to fintech and e-commerce.


Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A - Argentina
1
Band 1
What the Team is Known For

Beccar Varela is an acclaimed full-service firm with a front-running advisory and transactional corporate department in Argentina. Its deep bench of experienced professionals is often sought out to assist with complex local and cross-border acquisitions of entire companies or significant share stakes, as well as negotiating termination agreements. The team counsels on key transactions in the context of corporate reorganisations, and also consults on a range of day-to-day issues concerning capitalisation and shareholder relations. Its new clients include Allkem and Phenna Group.

Work Highlights

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  • Beccar Varela advised Pan American Silver Corp on the USD4.8 billion global acquisition of Yamana Gold.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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María Shakespear
2
María Shakespear
Head of Corporate/M&A
2
Band 2

Well-regarded partner María Shakespear regularly advises a variety of local and international clients on corporate restructuring and M&A deals.

"María Shakespear demonstrates a high level of knowledge, good treatment, commitment and dedication. It is always a pleasure to work with her."

Ramón Moyano
3
Ramón Moyano
Head of Corporate/M&A
3
Band 3

Well-established partner Ramón Moyano continues to draw on his extensive experience handling a variety of mergers and acquisitions for clients in the telecommunications and healthcare sectors.

"Ramón Moyano possesses the ability to approach challenges constructively, deftly navigating complex issues while always keeping the overarching objectives of his clients firmly in focus."

Roberto Crouzel
4
Roberto Crouzel
Head of Corporate/M&A
4
Band 4

Notable partner Roberto Crouzel is routinely sought out by clients from the mining, pharmaceutical and finance sectors to assist with a number of M&A transactions in Argentina.

"Roberto Crouzel is a great advisor. He is respected for his strong opinions and ability to reconcile conflicts."

Alejandro Poletto
5
Alejandro Poletto
5
Band 5

Solid partner Alejandro Poletto is recognised for his corporate practice, routinely handling M&A transactions on both buy and sell-side deals.

"Alejandro Poletto consistently demonstrates the utmost professionalism, taking charge internally and engaging effectively with external parties."

Roberto A. Fortunati
5
Roberto A. Fortunati
5
Band 5

Experienced partner Roberto Fortunati is well regarded by peers and continues to advise clients on M&A, with particular expertise in the mining sector.

"Roberto Fortunati is a trusted professional due to his track record and knowledge. It is a true pleasure to work with him."

Ranked Lawyers at
Beccar Varela

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Band

Argentina

Corporate/M&A

María Shakespear
2
María Shakespear
Head of Corporate/M&A
2
Band 2
Ramón Moyano
3
Ramón Moyano
Head of Corporate/M&A
3
Band 3
Roberto Crouzel
4
Roberto Crouzel
Head of Corporate/M&A
4
Band 4
Alejandro Poletto
5
Alejandro Poletto
5
Band 5
Roberto A. Fortunati
5
Roberto A. Fortunati
5
Band 5

Members

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Agustin Duarte

Ana Andres

Carolina Serra

Casiana Silveyra Perdriel

Emilio Beccar Varela

Horacio E. Beccar Varela

José Miguel Puccinelli

Lucía Degano

Manuel Adrogué

Maria Benson

María Fernanda Mierez

María Shakespear

María Shakespear

Head of Department

Miguel C. Remmer

Pedro Nicholson

Pedro Silvestri

Rafael Lobos

Ramón Moyano

Ramón Moyano

Head of Department

Ricardo Castañeda

Roberto Crouzel

Roberto Crouzel

Head of Department

Tomás Allende

Industries

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Agribusiness

Automotive

Banks & Financial Services

Energy

Food & drinks

Gaming

Infrastructure, Engineering & Construction

Insurance

Media & Entertainment

Oil & Gas

Pharmacueticals, Health Care & Life sciences

Real estate & Hospitality

TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)