TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)
Latin America Guide 2025 : Argentina
Band 2
Email address
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+54 11 4379 6800About
Provided by Beccar Varela
Our TMT Department serves the broadest range of players, including software and technology developers, infrastructure and service providers, content developers, and media and entertainment powerhouses. We work with national and international clients active in the mobile, satellite, broadcasting, digital media, fintech and e-commerce sectors among others.
Our experts advise on software licenses, outsourcing, cloud computing, data protection & privacy, content downloading, and multimedia. We handle complex confidentiality, distribution, manufacturing, agency, editing and advertising agreements. We know the physical backbone behind the networks and can advise on infrastructure issues from the construction of cell towers to the deployment of satellite networks. With the exponential growth in fintech opportunities, working jointly with our banking and financial experts, the team has experience in the digital transformation of traditional banking as well as assisting new financial start-ups. We advise on issues including digital and electronic signatures, digitized signature (or image captured on electronic devices), use of tablets to capture signatures, etc.
Our litigation service is second to none. We provide advice on issues such as ISP liability, data protection and privacy vs. freedom of speech and freedom of information, among others. We advise on regulatory issues at the national and provincial level as well as for cross-border deals.
Chambers Review
Beccar Varela is a prestigious full-service firm with a highly-regarded TMT practice. Its noted bench of practitioners regularly provides counsel on both regulatory and transactional mandates, while also boasting a leading presence in data protection, privacy and GDPR issues. The team counsels clients active in e-commerce and software, as well as offering a flourishing involvement in digital banking matters. It is also frequently retained to assist with deals in the telecommunications sector, including obtaining land rights.
Work Highlights
- Beccar Varela advised dLocal on a comprehensive legal assessment of personal data protection, involving database registration and data retention schedules.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Beccar Varela has a large team with expertise in different areas, which allows them to offer us a comprehensive service covering various aspects. They respond in a timely manner to all requests."
"Beccar Varela has a large team with expertise in different areas, which allows them to offer us a comprehensive service covering various aspects. They respond in a timely manner to all requests."
Notable Practitioners
Heavyweight partner Florencia Rosati is widely regarded for her experience advising clients from the media, financial services and technology sectors on a broad range of mandates, including landing rights, data protection and e-commerce platforms.
"Her understanding of our industry and how it operates in Argentina and other countries makes her legal counsel invaluable."
"Florencia is a professional who knows a lot about personal data and intellectual property regulation. She is always up-to-date and available to collaborate in an impeccable way."
Established partner Emilio Beccar Varela is often engaged by international telecommunications companies to advise on landing rights and the purchase of communication towers.
"We rely on Emilio Beccar Varela's depth of knowledge and experience in this market."
Ranked Lawyers at
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Argentina
Members
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Head of Department
Head of Department
Mariana Lamarca Vidal
Martin Beccar Varela
Santiago Durañona