
Drawing on over three decades of experience in this space, Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advises major Argentine and international companies on high-profile corporate and M&A matters, frequently involving cross-border elements. With a strong presence in the oil and gas, energy, financial, healthcare and technology sectors, the practice handles a varied workload, where high-value M&A deals, feature alongside divestments, joint ventures and day-to-day corporate issues. Mariano Luchetti, an energy specialist, and María Lucila Winschel, who has a wealth of experience in corporate governance, corporate restructurings, spin-offs and M&A, jointly lead the practice. Other noteworthy practitioners include Estanislao Olmos, an expert in mergers, acquisitions and divestitures involving public and private companies; Exequiel Buenaventura, a key contact for power, mining, telecoms and real estate clients; Santiago Balbi, who focuses on M&A, private equity and venture capital deals; Nicolás Dulce, who is especially active in high-value transactions in the energy and infrastructure sectors; and Florencia Angelico, who is well-versed in corporate reorganisations, liquidation processes, shareholders’ agreements and corporate disputes. At the associate level, Macarena Rolón (special emphasis on the oil and gas sector), Franca Stafforini, Agustina Rocca, and Hernán Alal provide support on M&A, corporate, and contractual matters. Founding partner Enrique Bruchou retired from the firm in June 2025.
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Testimonials
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- ‘I consider their greatest virtue to be that they think like in-house lawyers. They don't just recite the law; they get involved in the business and think like a true business partner.’
- ‘Unlike other firms that can operate on an “eat what you kill” basis, leading to selfish attitudes, Bruchou has always been generous and inclusive. They have very good people: sound, intelligent, professional, and highly trained, who prioritise excellence and solving client needs.’
Key clients
- Grupo Werthein
- Compañía Cervecerías Unidas
Work highlights
Advised HSBC Latin America B.V. on the sale of its Argentine banking, asset management, and insurance businesses to Grupo Financiero Galicia, the largest private financial group in Argentina.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Mariano Luchetti; María Lucila Winschel
Other key lawyers
Estanislao Olmos; Exequiel Buenaventura; Santiago Balbi; Nicolás Dulce; Florencia Angelico; Macarena Rolón; Franca Stafforini; Agustina Rocca; Hernán Alal






