Dra Mariana Lartigau > Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga > Montevideo, Uruguay > Lawyer Profile

Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga ‘stands out’ for its expertise in the fintech sector, and the banking and finance team advises numerous clients in the payment systems and open banking space. Noting a recent increase in infrastructure projects, the team has also been advising on a growing number of project finance transactions; renewable energy and PPP financings are particularly active areas for the group. The practice has also strengthened its capabilities in the consumer finance space, adding a number of financial entities to its clientele. Three partners jointly lead the team: Nicolás Herrera Alonso focuses on banking and capital markets matters, advising key clients such as JP Morgan; Mariela Ruanova has an established reputation in the technology sector and counts payment solution providers among her diverse roster of clients; and Fernando Jiménez de Aréchaga Jr spearheads the team’s project financing matters. Senior associates Mariana Lartigau, Alfredo Arocena, Maite Gaynicotche and Alejandra Martínez are also key members of the team.

With a multinational client base, Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga regularly advises on corporate transactions across the full range of sectors, including the TMT, oil and gas, fintech, energy and infrastructure industries. The team demonstrates prowess in the drafting of various agreements, and in guiding clients through the termination of supply and services agreements. Virginia Brause co-leads the team, experienced in advising global clients on the establishment of operations in Uruguay and active in innovative projects in the construction and wastewater sectors. Practice co-head Nicolás Herrera Alonso acts for an impressive roster of multinational clients in major acquisitions, particularly in the consumer finance and fintech spaces. Fernando Jiménez de Aréchaga Jr brings sector-specific expertise in the energy, infrastructure and agriculture industries to the team, and has a successful track record advising companies on exiting projects. At the senior associate level, Jimena González plays a leading role in corporate due diligence processes. Mariana Lartigau advises a clientele of financial institutions and other regulated entities, excelling in the negotiation of transaction agreements. Alfredo Arocena and Inés Mastroianni are also senior associates to note.

From registration and acquisition to protection and litigation, Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga advises an impressive list of international players on the protection of IP rights. The team’s IP litigation practice is noted for its cross-border capabilities and also encompasses unfair competition matters and alternative dispute resolution. It excels in the technology space, handling crypto assets, technology procurement, development and licensing, and digital media and software protection. Privacy and cybersecurity are other areas of expertise, including the use of electronic signatures. Héctor B. Viana heads the firm’s TMT team, focusing his practice on the IP aspects of technology matters, as well as copyright and data protection advice. Senior associate Mariana Lartigau is experienced in trade mark applications and due diligence of IP assets. Lucía Aguerre, associate, specialises in trade secrets and unfair competition matters.