Acting on behalf of both local and foreign companies, Posadas advises on M&A, joint ventures and corporate reorganisations. The team’s client base spans the full range of sectors, from infrastructure, energy and automotive to agribusiness and forestry. Due diligence is another prolific area for the practice, in which the team often operates on a cross-border basis. Fernando de Posadas concentrates his practice on significant investment projects and leads the sizeable corporate team alongside Tomas Gurméndez, who advises corporations and shareholders on corporate governance. Tomás Guerrero is an expert in M&A, and advises national and international clients on commercial agreements. Andrés Aznárez has particular experience in advising Brazilian companies, while Lucía Barrios focuses on the e-commerce and agribusiness sectors. Gerardo Caffera receives high praise from clients and Martina Reyes is an associate of note.
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Témoignages

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  • ‘Lucia Barrios - top level. Fernando de Posadas - always attentive to progress and supporting the team to make things happen.’

  • ‘I'd highlight the availability and ability to adapt and the technical capacity. They are practical, contactable and able to adapt to the need of the moment. I highlight two partners: Gerardo Caffera and Andrés Aznares. Both have exceptional communication skills and can explain a complex situation in a simple way.'

  • ‘We work with Andrés Aznarez. His availability and treatment were very good, as well as his technical knowledge and advice on the Uruguayan part of the transaction. He brought a lot of value.’

  • 'Fernando De Posadas, Lucia Barrios and Martina Reyes were always available to coordinate. The due diligence process fully coordinated and carried out by the Posadas firm was very complete. The response time has been much better than other firms, as well as the availability within the deadlines granted by the client, which were much shorter than expected.’

  • ‘Andres Aznarez’s deep technical expertise in corporate law and M&A, his problem-solving skills, and negotiation ability have positioned him as a trusted advisor to me and my company. He has consistently provided strategic guidance, and his ability to structure complex deals, bring counterparts together and business acumen have been paramount for us to achieve favourable business outcomes.’

  • ‘Lucia Carbajal: quick client service. Understands the business and applies creative solutions. Gerardo Caffera: excellent professional with an incredible vision of the law. By far the most creative legal mind in the firm.’

  • 'Tomas Gurmendez is the partner who provides us with the service. The team he has for us is excellent.’

  • ‘Andrés Aznarez is an excellent lawyer.'

Clients clés

  • Aligned Data Centers
  • Toyota Tsucho Corporation
  • Patria Investments Limited
  • Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP)
  • Terna SpA
  • Energy & Minerals Group
  • Vision Blue Resources
  • MEGABAD GMBH
  • FSN CAPITAL PARTNERS
  • Houlihan Lokey

Points forts

  • Advised Aligned Data Centers on its acquisition of ODATA from Patria Investimentos and CyrusOne.
  • Assisted HIF with all corporate and tax matters for the development, construction and financing of a $4bn hydrogen and e-fuel production plant in Uruguay, including the incorporation of a new HIF Global sub-subsidiary in Uruguay.
  • Advised Global Houlihan Lokey on all aspects of the acquisition of 7 Mile Advisors under Uruguayan law.

Avocats

Hall of Fame

Avocats au sommet de leur profession, largement reconnus et respectés par l'ensemble du marché pour leur expertise éprouvée et leur intervention récurrente et longue date dans les dossiers les plus complexes et prestigieux.

Les grands avocats du marché

Avocats associés reconnus parmi les leaders du marché par leurs pairs et leurs clients, régulièrement présents dans les grands dossiers dans lesquels ils sont au premier plan.

Les grands avocats de demain

Jeunes associés disposant d’une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.

Andrés Aznárez
Lucía Barrios

Responsable de la pratique

Fernando de Posadas; Tomas Gurméndez