Marval O’Farrell Mairal’s consumer protection practice has a ‘great international outlook’, according to sources. Certainly, the firm represents a impressive roster of major global companies — across a wide range of market segments — on product liability defence cases. Areas of expertise include labelling, advertising campaigns, product recall and insurance coverage, and the team routinely advises on complex and sensitive litigation and class actions. Among the names to note, the ‘highly experienced’ Leandro Castelli is highly sought after for product liability claims. Facundo Viel Temperley has ‘great litigation skills’ and is recommended for class actions. Alejo Gascón is a talented senior associate.

Beccar Varela houses a prominent consumer law department, which represents both domestic and international companies across a diverse mix of industries. The multidisciplinary team advises on the full life cycle of related issues, from regulatory and compliance matters, through to dispute resolution and class actions. Arbitration specialist Gonzalo García Delatour is the key contact. Senior associate Federico Sosa is also noted for growing profile in the area.

Bruchou, Fernández Madero & Lombardi’s practice is significantly weighted towards contentious work, including class actions. In line with its signature strength in the financial services area, the firm is particularly active in representing local and international banks in consumer litigation. It also acts for a significant volume of retail companies, including Mercado Libre and Orbis Mertig. Litigator Martín Beretervide is a key contact in the multidisciplinary group.

Pérez Alati, Grondona, Benites & Arntsen impresses with its ‘great availability, experience and know-how’. The group has robust experience in the full spread of contentious and non-contentious consumer law matters, including product liability, recall campaigns and advertising regulations. The practice is also distinguished by its broad industry focus, with its recent cases spanning the technology, life sciences and aviation sectors, among others. Economic regulation specialist Luis Barry heads the team.

Cerolini & Ferrari Abogados’ ‘young, dynamic and agile team’ is praised for its ‘perfect understanding of the growth of consumer rights’. The firm’s specialist banking regulation offering translates into a practice that predominantly advises financial institutions on consumer law matters, including class actions and regulatory compliance. Group head Matías Ferrari has strong experience in advising companies and financial institutions on consumer class actions and other disputes.