Nicholson y Cano Abogados frequently assists foreign and local clients with corporate and M&A matters in the banking, insurance, retail, mining, energy, pharmaceutical, and telecoms industries. The practice handles large-scale deals for major multinational clients in Argentina, covering joint ventures, M&A, divestitures, and corporate restructurings.  Working in close collaboration with the tax and antitrust practices, the corporate team is capable of providing guidance on the regulatory and administrative elements of transactions and corporate matters. Co-head María Fraguas, a key contact for insurers and reinsurers, focuses on corporate and contractual matters, as well as domestic and cross-border transactions. Fellow co-head Nicolás Perkins has a strong presence in the energy and natural resources sectors. Further support is offered by Mariana Guzian, a name to note for domestic and cross-border deals and agreements in the energy space, and Marcelo Villegas, who handles M&A and corporate governance.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Nicolas Perkins has been a stalwart of the team.'
  • 'Mariana Guzian is an excellent lawyer and attentive to every detail of transactions.'

Key clients

  • Adidas
  • Aesa

Work highlights

Advised Vista Energy and Pluspetrol on their role as shareholders and initial shippers in the Vaca Muerta Sur pipeline, with an estimated investment of $3bn.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Maria Fraguas
Maria Fraguas
Practice head

Maria Fraguas; Nicolas Perkins

Other key lawyers

Mariana Guzian; Marcelo Villegas