Public law in Argentina

Beccar Varela

Noted for its deep knowledge of the public regulatory frameworks at the municipal, provincial and federal levels, Beccar Varela assists domestic and international companies with the full range of public law matters across the banking, agribusiness, life sciences, utilities, natural resources, infrastructure, construction, and telecoms sectors. Key areas of expertise include public procurement and bids for major projects, public works and infrastructure concessions, as well as public-private partnerships (PPPs), government contracts and transactions involving highly regulated sectors. The department is under the joint leadership of administrative law specialist Oscar Aguilar Valdez, who advises on public procurement, infrastructure concessions and PPPs, and Juan Antonio Stupenengo, an expert in constitutional, administrative, and regulatory law with extensive experience in public law litigation. Additional support is offered by senior associates Juan Pablo Perrino and Santiago Barbarán; Perrino handles contentious and non-contentious public law matters, while Barbarán stands out for his expertise in public procurement, administrative contracts, PPPs and public services regulations. The team has been further strengthened by the hire of Jimena Vega Olmos from Martínez de Hoz & Rueda; her caseload takes in public law matters as part of a broader electricity and projects practice – effective as of July 2025.

Responsables de la pratique:

Oscar Aguilar Valdez; Juan A. Stupenengo


Autres avocats clés:

Juan Pablo Perrino; Santiago Barbarán; Jimena Vega Olmos


Les références

‘The team is multidisciplined and works together well.’

‘Juan A. Stupenengo is distinguished for his excellence in public law. He possesses a distinct technical capability and experience and is very straightforward but friendly.’

‘Oscar Aguilar Valdez is a known specialist; he brings a set vision with strength and experience.’

Principaux clients

Mercado Libre


GSK Biopharma Argentina


China Gezhouba Group Company


Telxius Telecom


Empresa Jujeña de Energía


Transindustrias Electrónicas


Coca-Cola FEMSA de Buenos Aires


Cámara Argentina de Especialidades Medicinales


Banco de Formosa


DiDi Mobility Information Technology


Companhia Siderurgica Nacional


Integral Acquisition Corporation 1


Unilever de Argentina


Principaux dossiers


Cassagne Abogados

Focused on administrative and public law, boutique firm Cassagne Abogados acts for a range of clients, including major names in the telecoms, natural resources and energy sectors, in mandates concerning constitutional law, public contracts, infrastructure projects and complex litigation. Founder Juan Carlos Cassagne is a well-respected figure in the public law space with over five decades in legal practice. Other noteworthy individuals include Máximo Fonrouge, who is particularly active in the pharmaceutical, construction, energy, natural resources, and banking segments; Pablo Perrino, who specialises in administrative law; and litigator Ezequiel Cassagne. Juan Carlos Sanguinetti rounds out the team with expertise in competition law, and Pablo Daniel Sanabria has deep knowledge of administrative sanctioning. Juan Pablo Martini is also a key member of the team.

Principaux dossiers


Marval O’Farrell Mairal

Fielding a sizeable administrative practice, Marval O’Farrell Mairal is well positioned to advise local and foreign clients from the energy, mining, natural resources, infrastructure, construction, banking, and TMT sectors on the full spectrum of public law matters. In addition to its strong credentials in PPPs and infrastructure projects, the group is also adept in public law litigation, concession contracts, investment disputes, negotiations with regulatory authorities and transactions involving highly regulated sectors. It also stands out for its strong expertise in navigating land disputes with indigenous groups. Co-head Héctor Mairal, a reference in the market for administrative law issues, has a wealth of experience in public bids, government contracts, and litigation. María Lorena Schiariti, who handles transactional, advisory and contentious work in the infrastructure and energy sectors, and public services, and Enrique Veramendi, whose areas of expertise include government contracts, disputes with government agencies, public procurement and constitutional litigation. The senior team is completed by Gonzalo Santamaria, who is experienced in public, administrative and energy law matters, with a particular focus on power transactions, and Milagros Ibarzábal, who was promoted to partner in August 2025. Key associate support is provided by Sofia Cimmarusti and María Mercedes Mahomed.

Responsables de la pratique:

Héctor Mairal; María Lorena Schiariti; Enrique Veramendi


Autres avocats clés:

Gonzalo Santamaria; Milagros Ibarzábal; Sofia Cimmarusti; María Mercedes Mahomed


Les références

‘Excellent team led by Enrique Veramendi. His dedication and commitment to his clients are unmatched.’

‘The Marval team offers high-end, perfect legal advice tailor-made for the clients’ needs.’

‘In very complex multi-jurisdictional projects, Marval is able to adjust to the client’s requirements and is capable of perfect team organisation and teamwork with the other teams.’

Principaux clients

Autopistas del Sol


Amcor Specialty Cartons Argentina


AWS


Flybondi


Grupo Concesionario del Oeste


Golar LNG


GE Healthcare


Telecentro/DirecTV


Webuild


White & Case


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Dredging International NV Sucursal Argentina regarding its participation and challenge of the procurement processes for the granting of strategic dredging works in the main Argentine waterway.
  • Advised Autopistas del Sol / Grupo Concesionario del Oeste in connection with the implementation and enforcement of the renegotiation agreement of their concession contracts, and related disputes.
  • Advised Gezohuba Group and Eling Energía on the renegotiation of a public works contract for the construction of two hydroelectric dams in the Province of Santa Cruz.

Allende & Brea

Allende & Brea has a ‘highly qualified’ public law team which works with international and domestic players on a range of mandates, from public procurement and regulatory issues to infrastructure and construction projects involving the public and private sectors. The team, which is active across the pharmaceutical, banking, consumer services, aviation, mining, and telecoms sectors, is also proficient in privatisations. The group is led by the ‘excellent’ María Morena del Río, a specialist in procurement, public contracts, litigation, as well as public works and infrastructure projects in the water, sanitation, telecoms, and hydrocarbons sectors. Vanesa Fernández, an ‘attentive’ associate with expertise in public procurement and administrative and judicial proceedings against the state, provinces, and town councils, is the second line of support. Lucrecia Re, who focuses on administrative and regulatory law, also stands out at the associate level. Since the conclusion of research, Morena del Río has left the firm.

Autres avocats clés:

Vanesa Fernández; Lucrecia Re


Les références

‘The Allende & Brea public law team is highly qualified, has extensive knowledge in the relevant area, and is distinguished by their depth of expertise.’

‘They work in a highly organised manner and are distinguished by their dedication to clients and their warm and cordial demeanour.’

‘They work in an up-to-date manner, with extensive knowledge of the latest developments in public law in our country.’

Principaux clients

Novartis Argentina


American Airlines


Mastercard Cono Sur


CSL Behring


Codere


Thermo Fisher Scientific


Aspen Global


Ferrero Argentina


LSG Sky Chefs Argentina


Metlife


Minera del Altiplano


Tempus Labs


Biotronik Argentina


FMC Química


Vertex Pharmaceuticals Europe


Sherwin Williams


Ball Corporation


Wartsila


Vaisala OYJ


Zhong Lun


Unipar Indupa


CRRC Sifang


Springer Nature American


Dover Corporation


Clifford Chance


EdgeUno


Reckitt Benckiser Argentina


Autopistas Urbanas


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Agua y Saneamientos Argentina on its privatisation process to incorporate private capital.
  • Advised Autopistas Urbanas on incorporating a subsidiary, selling services to other jurisdictions, and participating in the bidding process for vial concessions.

Baker McKenzie

Baker McKenzie‘s public law practice is recognised for its work in litigation and regulatory risk management, with particular strength in the healthcare and social media sectors. The team is experienced in representing clients from the pharmaceutical, infrastructure, manufacturing, hydrocarbons, water treatment and retail sectors in administrative and judicial proceedings involving governmental entities, and also stands out for its strong knowledge of public procurement procedures, as well as compliance, regulatory, and environmental issues.  Practice head Luis Dates advises local and foreign companies in public and administrative law matters, including litigation. Santiago Maqueda focuses on regulatory assessment and complex litigation, working especially for clients in the pharmaceutical, energy, and telecoms industries. Bárbara Juárez Grande, who is particularly active in administrative litigation, provides associate-level support.

Responsables de la pratique:

Luis Dates


Autres avocats clés:

Santiago Maqueda; Bárbara Juárez Grande


Principaux clients

Carrefour


Celanese


Superior Energy


Vertex Pharmaceuticals


St. Jude


Fluence


Merck


Biogen


Shell CAPSA


Honeywell


Oracle


Colgate


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Carrefour (INC S.A.) on handling over 2000 administrative proceedings related to alleged breaches of regulations and price controls in Buenos Aires.
  • Advised Celanese on assessing and managing regulatory and environmental liabilities for an industrial plant in Buenos Aires, leading to the strategic decision to sell the plant.
  • Represented Superior Energy in defending against a $3m administrative claim from the Ministry of Economy, including submitting an appeal and an injunction request.

Bomchil

Described as 'thorough and prompt' by clients, the public law practice at Bomchil is skilled at representing domestic and international companies before federal and provincial courts, including administrative appeals and constitutional legal actions. The practice frequently works with state entities and is also experienced in public procurement, showcasing particular strength in the energy, oil and gas, telecoms, water, sanitation, postal services, transport, and waste management sectors. The ‘excellent’ Francisco Gutiérrez, a specialist in TMT regulatory matters, oversees the department with María Inés Corrá, who shines in litigation before state and federal courts, including the Supreme Court, in cases concerning administrative, regulatory, environmental, and constitutional matters, and Federico Campolieti, whose wide-ranging experience covers administrative proceedings in highly regulated sectors, public tenders and litigation. Marina Wagmaister is a standout senior associate who focuses on regulatory, administrative, and environmental law. Cristian Galansky supports the team on matters regarding energy, natural resources and environmental law.

Responsables de la pratique:

Francisco Gutiérrez; María Inés Corrá; Federico Campolieti


Autres avocats clés:

Marina Wagmaister; Cristian Galansky


Les références

‘Excellent team that is very prompt and thorough, and their theoretical and practical knowledge is excellent.’

‘Francisco Gutiérrez and Marina Wagmaister are excellent.’

‘They have a strong focus on addressing the needs raised by the client, taking into account background information, applicable regulations, and the experience of the firm’s partner and team.’

Principaux clients

Aeropuertos Argentina 2000


Albwardy Investments


APM Terminals


Camuzzi Gas Pampeana


Chevron Argentina


Coral Energía


Desarrollo de Proyectos Mineros


Dique Norte


Four Seasons Hotel


Grupo Corven


Litoral Gas


Massalin Particulares


Morixe


OCASA


Pepsico de Argentina


SCC Power Argentina


Tallo Verde


Unitec Blue


Harbour Energy


Zanella


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Camuzzi and Litoral Gas, two gas distribution companies, on an interjurisdictional conflict between the federal regulatory body (ENARGAS) and the Province of Buenos Aires.
  • Advised Terminal 4 on the impact of the regulatory reforms introduced by Law « Bases and Starting Points for the Freedom of the Argentines » on its business and port operations.
  • Advised Aeropuertos Argentina 2000 S.A. on a negotiation process with the Province of Misiones and the Federal State to determine the boundaries of an international airport after a 10-year litigation process before the Federal Supreme Court.

Bruchou & Funes de Rioja

Singled out for its regulatory expertise, Bruchou & Funes de Rioja excels in public law litigation and mandates involving regulated industries and utilities. The group is adept at handling complex regulatory disputes before administrative authorities, courts, and tribunals and advises private parties and governmental authorities on tenders and projects across the energy, transport, oil and gas, and public infrastructure sectors. Co-head Ignacio Minorini Lima is particularly active in the infrastructure and energy industries, advising on regulatory disputes, public works contracts, and public procurement matters. Fellow co-head Juan Zocca handles public procurement and judicial and administrative proceedings. Also part of the senior bench, Carlos de Kemmeter has vast experience in privatisations, public contracts, and complex litigation. Senior associate Juan Franco Raparo Faure is another name to note for public law litigation, while Manuel Mazza is experienced in energy, regulatory, and public law. Senior assoicate María Laura Rozan left the firm in July 2024.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ignacio Minorini Lima; Juan Zocca


Autres avocats clés:

Carlos de Kemmeter; Juan Franco Raparo Faure; Manuel Mazza


Les références

‘What stands out about the Public Law team, with Ignacio Minorini Lima and Manuel Mazza, is the immediacy of their response and their commercial, cost-benefit vision for the client, even when this goes against the firm’s own interests.’

‘What differentiates this firm from competitors is its comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach. They don’t just offer legal advice; they also understand the business dynamics of each client, which allows them to provide strategic recommendations adapted to each case.’

‘Compared to other firms, this team stands out for its cohesion and the way it combines technical experience and skills with a close, personalised approach towards clients. Many firms can offer experience, but this team applies that experience more strategically.’

Principaux clients

Parque de Innovación de la Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires


Terminales Río de la Plata


Albanesi


Cucchiara & Cia


Orbis Mertig


EMEPA


Rohde Nielsen


Andreoli


Farmatodo


Goldwind


Alstom


Bunge Argentina


Envision


Neuss Capital


Sumitomo Corporation do Brasil


América Latina Logística


Banco Macro


Barrick


Cargill


Facimex Valores


Laboratorio Elea Phoenix


Werthein Group


Terrabrick


Proficio Investments


Vista Oil & Gas


Orígenes AFJP


Banelco


Newsan Group


Lemon Cash


Caterpillar


Molinos Río de la Plata


Merrill Lynch Argentina


Álya Construtora


UT Arroyo Duppy


UT Zonda


Unipar Indupa


Cabrales


Nabors International Argentina


Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions


ABA


ING Bank


Cámara de la Industria Aceitera de la República Argentina


Compañía de Cervecerías Unidas


Compañía de Inversiones Bursátiles Bolsa


Central Puerto


Cementos Avellaneda


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised the AES Corporation on an ICSID claim against the Republic of Argentina related to AES’ investment in several power generation companies.
  • Advised América Latina Logística Argentina S.A. and its subsidiaries on a complex litigation against Argentina’s transportation regulator concerning the termination of a railway concession.
  • Advised Álya Construtora S.A. on a major public works contract for the dredging of the Salado River, providing legal counsel on complex public procurement regulations and representing the client in both Argentine and international arbitration court.

Mitrani Caballero

Mitrani Caballero fields a versatile public law practice which is adept at advising large national and multinational companies on a broad spectrum of administrative and regulatory issues. Its expertise spans the public law dimensions of M&A and project finance, international tenders, and related disputes. Active across sectors such as energy, mining, food, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, construction, transport, and automotive, the group attracts instructions from major investor-owned utilities, oil and gas producers, project developers, and energy coalitions. The practice is led by María Laura Lede Pizzurno, a mining, administrative, and environmental law specialist with wide-ranging expertise in regulatory and administrative proceedings, M&A transactions, and PPPs. Other key individuals include Horacio Ruiz Moreno, who focuses on administrative law and mandates concerning public services regulation, and Rafael González Arzac, who assists with public contracting. Gonzalo Castagnini stands out at the associate level.

Responsables de la pratique:

María Laura Lede Pizzurno


Autres avocats clés:

Horacio Ruiz Moreno; Rafael González Arzac; Gonzalo Castagnini


Les références

‘Very efficient team.’

‘The timely response to emails from María Laura Lede and Diego Parise stands out.’

‘The team in this area at Mitrani is a cut above other firms due to its extensive knowledge and constant search for innovative solutions to complex regulatory issues.’

Principaux clients

Alcon


Adium Pharma


Advanta Semillas


AGCO


Alberta Mining


Arysta


Nabiax


Arcadium Lithium


Ball


BACTSSA


Bosch


Bosch Rex Roth


Grupo Brenntag


Bunge


Caldenes


Central Puerto


Grupo Cepas


China Eximbank


CNGR Advanced Materials


CNH Industrial


Cromology


Dak Americas


Deutsche Rüchversicherung


Derivados Vinilicos


Echo Energy


Fratelli Branca Destilerías


Ganfeng Lithium


Grupo Alfa


Holcim


Hutchinson Port Holdings


IEASA, Government owned Energy Company


IFC


Irkutsk Oil Company


Isla Power


Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires


Japan Tobacco International


KIA


Knight (Grupo Biotoscana) – Laboratorio LKM


Kumbaru


Ledesma Renovables


Ledesma SAAI


Lithium Power


Lithium South Development


RHI Magnesita


Fortuna Silver Mines (Mansfield Minera)


Maersk / Svitzer


Mineros


Molinos Agro


Molinos Río de la Plata


Novartis


Packall


Piche Resources


Provemet


Red Surcos


Roberto Bosch Argentina Industrial


Soenergy


TMH International


Universidad Torcuato Di Tella


Uranium One


Principaux dossiers


O'Farrell

O'Farrell's public law and economic regulation team advises clients operating in highly regulated markets, guiding them through administrative claims in both federal and local courts. The practice supports clients with public procurement for infrastructure and public works projects, the execution of energy distribution contracts, day-to-day administrative matters, bidding processes, and public law litigation, regularly acting for clients across the energy, pharmaceutical, aviation, automotive, infrastructure, chemicals, and telecoms sectors. Leading the team is Jorge Muratorio, a highly regarded public law specialist with a wealth of experience in public procurement, dispute resolution, public works and PPPs. Ana Belén Micciarelli, who made partner in June 2024, assists with public contracts and litigation against government entities. María Fortuna, a specialist in public utilities matters, public contracts, and litigation, stands out at the associate level. María Agustina Fanelli Evans left the firm in January 2024.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jorge Muratorio


Autres avocats clés:

Ana Belén Micciarelli; María Fortuna


Les références

‘Great experience and quality.’

‘María Fortuna and Jorge Muratorio have great analytical skills and dedication.’

‘O’Farrell provided us with complete advice on regulatory matters of public law and taxation, and they possess a great expertise in the subject.’

Principaux clients

Dycasa


Fundación Torcuato Di Tella


Newsan


Pampa Energía


AMX Argentina


Naturgy Argentina


Transener


Naturgy NOA


AFARTE


Unipar Indupa


EJESA


Farmcity


Energía San Juan


Ford Argentina


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised DYCASA on public tenders overseen by national and provincial authorities, providing support with tender documentation, bid submissions, and challenges to other bidders’ proposals.
  • Providing regulatory advice to Naturgy NOA in relation to Resolution 267/2024 issued by the Minister of Industry and Commerce in 2024.

Pozo Gowland Abogados

Standing out for its experience in the energy, public services, infrastructure and construction spaces, the public law team at Pozo Gowland Abogados is frequently called upon by clients seeking advice on contracts for the provision of public services linked to energy, waste collection, sanitation and transport. The group also assists with dispute resolution, including representation before regulatory and control authorities. Héctor Pozo Gowland, one of the co-heads and founding partners, specialises in administrative law and the regulation of public services and has deep experience working across the infrastructure and energy sectors. He heads up the group with Esteban de Vedia, a seasoned practitioner in infrastructure, construction and real estate, and founder Carlos Miná, who is particularly active in the energy, construction and public utilities sectors. Other key individuals include Santiago Durigón, a key contact for transport and construction companies, and Francisco Pozo Gowland, whose areas of expertise cover administrative law, public services, infrastructure, and international arbitration.

Responsables de la pratique:

Héctor Pozo Gowland; Esteban de Vedia; Carlos Miná


Autres avocats clés:

Santiago Durigón; Francisco Pozo Gowland


Principaux clients

Edenor


Camuzzi Gas del Sur


Camuzzi Gas Pampeana


Caminos del Rio Uruguay


Yacylec


Transba


Transener


Edesur


Cincovial


Constructora Sudamericana


Hidroeléctrica Chocón


Integración Energética Argentina


Transpa


Transnea


Transoa


Norte Grande Eléctrico


Distrocuyo


CAMMESA


Trafigura


YPF


Gasnea


Raízen


Transportadora de Gas del Sur


PECOM


Alsea


Andriani Logística


Correo Andreani


Aurelia Vial


Camargo Correa


SACDE


Enecor


Central Costanera


Hidroeléctrica Chocón


Compañía de Transmisión del Mercosur


Transportadora de Energía


Pampa Energía


EDEMSA


Orazul


FRESA


BLC


TEL3


MSU


Central Térmica San Martín


Central Térmica Manuel Belgrano


Gasnor


MASTEC


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Caminos del Río Uruguay, on the judicial challenging of 363 fines, for an amount of $46bn.
  • Advised Pumpco on the tender of the « reversión del Gasoducto Norte » and the tender for the construction of the pipeline “Vaca Muerta Sur”.
  • Represented Forestal Aguara Cuá in an administrative file defending itself against an accusation of having caused a forest fire, which burned more than 17,000 hectares.

Brons & Salas

Brons & Salas‘ public law team handles a broad range of regulatory, advisory, and dispute resolution matters in public and administrative law. The practice has a strong focus on the power sector, proven by its involvement in key privatisations, regulatory matters, as well as contractual and contentious work in this space. In addition, the team receives routine instructions from clients operating in the oil and gas, mining, food and beverage, automotive and paper production sectors. Sebastián Alvarez, practice co-head, is an administrative law specialist with extensive experience representing clients in the electricity sector. Joaquín Vallebella co-leads the department, bringing over a decade of experience in dispute resolution. At the associate level, Matias Foiguel Borci is noted for his involvement in administrative and regulatory matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Sebastián Alvarez; Joaquín Vallebella


Principaux clients

Inspection and Control Services


Praxair/Linde


Fortescue Metals Group


Compañía Administradora del Mercado Eléctrico Mayorista


Papel Prensa


Provincia de Misiones


Shandong Gold Co.


Grupo Peñaflor


Mercedes Benz Argentina


Astrazeneca


Principaux dossiers


Estudio Ymaz Abogados

Estudio Ymaz Abogados’ public law team is skilled in handling complex regulatory matters, government contracts, and administrative law issues. The practice advises both domestic companies and major international corporations, with particular strength in the construction, infrastructure, tourism, hospitality, and transport sectors. Co-head Esteban Ymaz Videla, a founding partner with more than 20 years’ experience, is recognised for his work in administrative, corporate, and constitutional law, as well as foreign investment and arbitration. He leads the practice alongside Beltrán Gorostegui, who brings extensive expertise in administrative law and public contracts for both national and international clients.

Responsables de la pratique:

Esteban Ymaz Videla; Beltrán Gorostegui


Les références

‘Estudio Ymaz has extensive knowledge of public law and, above all, their practical experience adds value to their advice.’

‘YMAZ Abogados is a very solid, highly trained, and highly experienced team. Esteban Ymaz Videla, who heads the team, has extensive experience in the field, with outstanding work in both legal counsel and litigation, especially in complex litigation.’

‘Esteban Ymaz and Beltrán Gorostegui are excellent professionals with extensive experience in this field.’

Principaux clients

Ausur


Comsa


Constructora San José


Correo Oficial de la República Argentina


Dirección Provincial de Energía de la Provincia de Tierra del Fuego


Dragados Argentinos


Dycasa Sociedad Anónima


Ghella


Instituto Fueguino de Turismo


Ministerio de Finanzas Públicas de la Provincia de Tierra del Fuego


OHLA


Panedile


Queiroz Galvao


SABAVISA


Sacde


Techint


Terminales Río de la Plata


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Sacde S.A. on the tender and subsequent joint venture with Techint S.A. for the contract for the reversion of the Northern Gas Pipeline of Argentina.
  • Advised Panedile S.A., Sinohydro Corp., Peterseen Thiele y Cruz UT on a conflicting process with the owner of the project, Energía Provincial Sociedad del Estado.
  • Represented Corredor de Integración Pampeana S.A in a lawsuit against the National Roads Authority to demand the execution and payment of the final settlement of a concession.

Hope, Duggan & Silva

Hope, Duggan & Silva's administrative and regulatory law team has extensive experience in the power, gas, natural resources, ports, and railway sectors. The practice advises on public investment strategies and handles litigation involving expropriations, tariffs, and bidding processes. The team is led by Hugo Vivot.

Principaux dossiers


Martínez de Hoz & Rueda

Martínez de Hoz & Rueda advises local and international companies on a wide range of public and administrative law matters, with a particular focus on the energy sector and dispute resolution. The team handles interdisciplinary cases involving contracts and public utilities for some of Latin America’s largest energy companies and is experienced in concessions, licences, authorisations from federal and provincial authorities, foreign investment matters, and administrative and judicial proceedings. Following the July 2025 departure of former co-head Jimena Vega Olmos, Juan Cruz Azzarri, a specialist in administrative and constitutional law, antitrust, and public utilities and contracts, now oversees the practice.

Responsables de la pratique:

Juan Cruz Azzarri


Les références

‘Knowledge of regulations, the political environment, and business in Argentina, with a practical approach.’

‘Excellent professionals, always available, prompt in responding to any query or task, and with a vision that combines knowledge of the law and its practical application in business.’

Principaux clients

Aon Risk Services


CAPEX


CGC


Equinor


Exxon


Goldwind


International Finance Corporation


JinkoSolar


Mitsui & Co.


Neoen


Orazul Energy


Industrias Juan F. Secco


PECOM


Total Austral


TGS


Wintershall DEA


YPF Energía Eléctrica


YPF


Pluspetrol


Principaux dossiers


  • Defended Equinor Argentina in a significant energy sector litigation against petitions for injunctive relief by NGOs and local residents to stop their operations.
  • Advised PECOM on its participation in the « Andes Project », a bidding public round for the sale of the majority of YPF S.A.’s conventional hydrocarbon blocks in various provinces.

Nicholson y Cano Abogados

Covering both advisory and litigation matters, Nicholson y Cano Abogados' public law practice often represents clients against government authorities at the federal, provincial, and municipal levels and before the Supreme Court. Noted for its strong presence in the infrastructure and natural resources sectors, the practice is also experienced in bidding procedures, infrastructure projects (including PPPs), government contracts and concessions. Lucas Piaggio, an expert in public, administrative, and constitutional procedural law, regularly assists banks, utility companies, and clients from a host of regulated industries. Piaggio oversees the practice with Eduardo Koch, who is especially active in matters concerning infrastructure, telecoms, construction, oil and gas, and energy, and Martín Rodriguez, recommended for administrative, constitutional, and environmental law mandates.

Responsables de la pratique:

Lucas Piaggio; Eduardo Koch; Martín Rodriguez


Les références

‘Lucas Piaggio and Martín Rodriguez are standout lawyers for their level of knowledge and dedication.’

‘They have good market knowledge and are attentive to the matters at hand.’

‘They provide a very good service in the public law sector.’

Principaux clients

Telefonica


Ministry of Natural Resources of Suriname I Banco Internamericano de Desarrollo


AESA


SMG


Oxitec


CAO


YPF


Acindar


Principaux dossiers


Pérez Alati, Grondona, Benites & Arntsen

Pérez Alati, Grondona, Benites & Arntsen advises clients across both regulated and non-regulated industries, with experience spanning agrochemicals, banking and finance, oil and gas, electricity, aviation, insurance, water and sanitation, telecoms, mining, and pharmaceuticals. The team acts for both local and international companies in public procurement proceedings, and provides support with contracts, compliance, and securing concessions, licences, and authorisations before federal and local authorities. Practice head Nicole Jaureguiberry is adept in public procurement, infrastructure projects, and administrative proceedings. She is supported by Luciana Casagrande, who specialises in administrative, regulatory, and utilities law.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nicole Jaureguiberry


Autres avocats clés:

Luciana Casagrande


Les références

‘High professionalism, efficient response level.’

‘They are available and diagnose the issues accurately.’

Principaux clients

Cencosud


Petrolera El Trébol


Google


PBB Polisur


Lilac Solutions


Genneia


Softys Argentina


Molinos Río de la Plata


Club Harrods Gath y Chaves


Dakota


Brewda Construcciones


LDC Argentina


Institución Salesiana Parroquia y Colegio Ntra. Sra. Remedio


P8 Buena Vista


Consorcio Panamericana 1050


JetSmart Airlines


Havas Media Argentina


Pirelli Neumáticos


Honda Motor de Argentina


Mercado Libre


Patagonia Resources


Intervet Argentina


Agrofina


Mercedes Benz Camiones y Buses Argentina


Grupo CMPC


Eternit Argentina


Casa Pirque


Globe Metales


Embraer


Ragnarv


Whirlpool Argentina


SMRC Automotive Tech Argentina


Fundación Rewilding Argentina


Banco Santander Argentina


Inversiones Meliquina


Los Grobo Agropecuaria


Parallel


San Ignacio Agropecuaria


Phoenix Global Resources


Principaux dossiers


  • Secured a favourable decision from the Supreme Court of the Province of Buenos Aires in favour of client Quimica True.
  • Obtained the production of evidence in order to appraise vehicles related to a lawsuit against the City of Buenos Aires for client Dakota S.A., later obtaining an injunction in order to restrain the local Government from using one particular vehicle.
  • Advised Cencosud on regulatory matters during the due diligence process in order to acquire the supermarket companies “Supermercados Mayoristas Makro S.A.” and “Roberto Basualdo S.A.”.

Richards, Cardinal, Tützer, Zabala & Zaefferer

Richards, Cardinal, Tützer, Zabala & Zaefferer is especially recognised for its strength in public procurement, infrastructure projects, bids and concessions, public services, finance, and foreign investment. The team also handles contentious matters, frequently representing clients before administrative bodies and the courts. Damián Navarro leads the practice and is supported by senior associate María del Pilar Olaso.

Principaux dossiers


Salaverri, Burgio & Wetzler Malbran

Salaverri, Burgio & Wetzler Malbran's team is capable of assisting with administrative contracts, public works, tenders and matters concerning public utilities. Its contentious credentials are also noteworthy; the group represents clients in administrative proceedings and claims against the government before local and federal courts. Practice head Santiago García Mira has extensive experience advising public entities and private companies on a wide range of public law matters, including litigation. Santiago Freyre, who was named partner in January 2024, is particularly active in the energy and oil and gas sectors.

Responsables de la pratique:

Santiago García Mira


Autres avocats clés:

Santiago Freyre


Principaux dossiers


Tanoira Cassagne Abogados

Tanoira Cassagne Abogados advises national and international companies on public law and economic regulation, with particular strength in matters involving state intervention and administrative proceedings at the national, provincial, and municipal levels. The team is also regularly engaged in public bids and disputes tied to environmental and urban planning issues, and acts for clients from a broad range of industries, including telecoms, energy, oil and gas, construction, consumer goods, healthcare, and agribusiness. Bernardo Cassagne, a specialist in energy, mining, environmental and public law, leads the group alongside Ignacio Gonzalez Zambón, who specialises in public tenders and public infrastructure development, and recently promoted partner Magdalena Carbó, who has a deep knowledge of the consumer goods sector and its regulatory landscape.

Responsables de la pratique:

Bernardo Cassagne; Ignacio Gonzalez Zambón; Magdalena Carbó


Les références

‘Excellent team that analyses the subject matter assigned to them well and renders opinions favourable to the company.’

‘Magdalena Carbó assisted us responsibly, diligently, and with expertise on the matter.’

Principaux clients

Remax


Bridgestone


Carrier Fueguina


Basf


Mondelez


Telefonica


Bayer


Danone


Siemens


Vitol Power Argentina


Pepsico


Genergiabio Corrientes


A-Evangelista


Nestlé


Pepsico


3m


British American Tobacco


Unilever


Fargo


Líneas Delta Argentino


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Remax on the judicial challenge of municipal regulations in several districts of the Province of Buenos Aires that attempted to prohibit its operations and the advertising of its services.
  • Advised BASF on a case against Buenos Aires Province Environmental Regulatory Agency regarding a fine imposed for alleged non-compliance with environmental obligations.
  • Advised Telefónica on the administrative and judicial challenge of Resolutions No. 972/2023 and No. 1976/2024 issued by ENACOM, which aimed to force Telefónica to grant Telecentro access to its network under set terms.

Tavarone, Rovelli, Salim & Miani

Major players from the mining, natural resources and energy sectors regularly turn to Tavarone, Rovelli, Salim & Miani for its strong expertise in public contracts and procurement, large-scale infrastructure projects, and regulatory matters. It also represents clients from the transport, water, sanitation, oil and gas, fintech and retail segments in both administrative and judicial proceedings. The practice is led by the ‘highly technical’ Nicolás Eliaschev, a public law specialist with nearly two decades of experience in the electricity, energy, and infrastructure sectors, and Javier Constanzó, who handles regulatory issues, construction contracts, and matters concerning public works. Senior associate Daiana Perrone is singled out for her experience in renewable energy projects and bidding processes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nicolás Eliaschev; Javier Constanzó


Autres avocats clés:

Daiana Perrone


Les références

‘The team stands out for its sector knowledge and ability to provide strategic advice aligned with the needs of each specific business. Its lawyers are constantly updated in accordance with new rules and regulations.’

‘They stand out for their closeness to their clients and their understanding of the context in which we operate, which allows them to offer comprehensive legal advice.’

‘Nicolas Eliaschev and Javier Constanzó are distinguished by their highly technical level, strategic focus, and knowledge. They stand out for their ability to understand business needs and provide practical, agile advice aligned with our objectives.’

Principaux clients

Ferrosur


Central Puerto


Mercado Libre


Loma Negra


Operadora de Cines


SoEnergy Argentina


BTU


Fluxus


Dreamco


Principaux dossiers


ZBV Abogados

Drawing on over two decades of experience in the public law space, ZBV Abogados acts for domestic and international clients across the real estate, public transport, TMT, energy, water, sanitation, banking, agribusiness, and retail sectors. The practice has extensive experience in public procurement, while also representing clients in administrative proceedings and high-stakes public law litigation. The ‘dedicated’ Ignacio Sanz leads the practice, specialising in regulatory and public law, government affairs, compliance, and internal investigations. Inés Pérez Mendoza and Clara Minieri are the names to note at the associate level.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ignacio Sanz


Autres avocats clés:

Inés Pérez Mendoza; Clara Minieri


Les références

‘Excellent technical knowledge of a complex subject. Excellent customer service.’

‘Ignacio Sanz is thorough, knowledgeable, dedicated, and kind.’

‘Professionalism, dedication, and service-oriented attitude.’

Principaux clients

IRSA Inversiones y Representaciones


Banco Hipotecario


Fideicomiso Edificio del Plata


Arcos del Gourmet


Argentina Fortescue Future Industries


Cresud


Lineas de Transmisión del Litoral


Dark Star Group Risk Consultancy


Poseidon Group


Rafael G. Albanesi


Parque de la Costa


Minera Argentina Gold


United Mining Projects Corporation FZCO


EJESA – Empresa Jujeña de Energía


Radio Victoria Fueguina


Asociación de Fábricas Argentinas Terminales de Electrónica (AFARTE)


Grupo Fígoli


FDI Entertainment


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised IRSA on two environmental lawsuits against the company to stop the development of its $1.6bn Ramblas del Plata Project.
  • Advised BHSA, a public-private bank managing the Pro.Cre.Ar trust, on a damages claim against RIVA S.A., a construction company, for severely faulty performance in public housing projects across provinces.
  • Advised Fideicomiso Edificio del Plata regarding the complex regulatory issue surrounding the renewal of the former “Mercado de Plata” building.