Fernando Zoppi
Latin America Guide 2025
Band 5 : Corporate/M&A
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About
Provided by Fernando Zoppi
Practice Areas
Mr. Zoppi is a corporate and business law attorney with more than 20 years of experience representing clients in a variety of cross-border transactions in Argentina and Latin America. He is particularly versed on M&As and private equity deals. Educated and trained in Argentina and the United States, Mr. Zoppi is praised for his practical approach in solving complex legal issues.
Career
Prior to co-founding Martinez de Hoz & Rueda in 2018, he was an associate and then a partner at Perez Alati, Grondona, Benites Arntsen & Martinez de Hoz (1998-2003 / 2007- 2018). He was associated to Latham & Watkins (NY) (2006 - 2007) and he also worked as foreign associate at O' Melveny & Myers (NY) (2005 - 2006).
Professional Memberships
He is a member of the Colegio Público de Abogados (Bar Association of the City of Buenos Aires). He is also a member of the International Bar Association and the Columbia Alumni Association.
Publications
- “Venture Capital in Argentina”, “Private Equity in Argentina”, PracticalLaw. 2012.
- “Private Equity - Argentine Chapter”, LatinLawyer. 2013 to 2019.
- “Comentario al Proyecto de Unificación de los Códigos Civil y Comercial de la Nación” (Commentary on Unified Civil and Commercial Code of Argentina), El Derecho. 2013.
- “Limitaciones a la autonomía de la voluntad en materia contractual en el Nuevo Código Civil y Comercial” (Autonomy of the Will in the new Civil and Commercial Code), Revista del Colegio de Abogados de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires, 2015.
- “The Mergers & Acquisitions Review – Argentina”, The Law Reviews. 2017–2019.
- “An interview with MHR discussing M&A in Argentina”, Lexology, 2020-2024.
- Regular contributor to national and international publications and media.
Chambers Review
Latin America
Head of department Fernando Zoppi receives noteworthy recommendation for his corporate capabilities. He regularly advises clients on acquisitions and mergers in Argentina.
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"Fernando Zoppi is a very trustworthy partner, with extensive international expertise in complex transactions."
"Fernando Zoppi is a very trustworthy partner, with extensive international expertise in complex transactions."
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2 items provided by Martinez de Hoz & Rueda
MARTÍNEZ DE HOZ & RUEDA ANNOUNCES A NEW CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE
In line with international standards, Martínez de Hoz & Rueda (MHR) has announced a new corporate governance structure and authorities effective as of August 1, 2023, for the 2023/2025 period.
LITHIUM M&A PROJECTS IN ARGENTINA
Clean energy transition is driving a significant increase in the global demand for lithium. Argentina accounts for +20% of the world’s reserves, has a large lithium project pipeline, and offers some competitive advantages. A proper due diligence requires special attention to certain specific items.
MARTÍNEZ DE HOZ & RUEDA ANNOUNCES A NEW CORPORATE GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE
In line with international standards, Martínez de Hoz & Rueda (MHR) has announced a new corporate governance structure and authorities effective as of August 1, 2023, for the 2023/2025 period.
LITHIUM M&A PROJECTS IN ARGENTINA
Clean energy transition is driving a significant increase in the global demand for lithium. Argentina accounts for +20% of the world’s reserves, has a large lithium project pipeline, and offers some competitive advantages. A proper due diligence requires special attention to certain specific items.