With capabilities ranging from civil and commercial litigation to arbitration and mediation, Beccar Varela has deep experience in cases before the courts and the ICC, ICSID, and LCIA. The firm distinguishes itself through its white-collar and corporate crime litigation practice, further shining in contractual disputes. Led by Gonzalo García Delatour, Martín Gastaldi, Federico Sosa, and Fernando Kreser, who was promoted to partner in November 2024, the team has experience in national and international dispute resolution matters, representing some of the biggest names in the banking, energy, and consumer sectors. García Delatour heads the arbitration group and is experienced in both high-stakes civil and commercial litigation and complex international arbitration. Sosa has a wealth of experience in litigation, particularly in handling restructuring and insolvency cases for banks and international conglomerates. Gastaldi specialises in restructuring cases, co-heading the firm’s bankruptcy, insolvency, and restructuring team. Kreser has all-around experience in domestic and international arbitration, in addition to construction, partnership, and debt restructuring cases. Eduardo Güemes is another key name at top level, and is experienced in civil and commercial litigation and class actions, while Rafael Marcelo Lobos provides further expertise, representing clients in the financial services, energy, and agribusiness sectors. The practice is supported by senior associate Pilar Lodewyckx Hardy, who has experience in civil and commercial litigation and insolvency work.
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Testimonials
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- 'Beccar Varela is the go-to product liability practice we recommend to our existing clients when they need to defend product litigation claims in Argentina. The team around Gonzalo García Delatour and Fernando Kreser has been a valued partner in Argentina for years now. The team is highly experienced, very responsive, and has a flexible approach to supporting clients.'
- 'The dispute resolution team around Gonzalo García Delatour and Fernando Kreser stands out next to the strong regulatory practice.'
- 'The team that assisted us primarily is highly prepared and meticulous with details. They are always willing to attend to and listen to the client's needs. Regarding costs, they are very clear with their bills, respect agreements, and are reasonable for the service they provide.'
- 'Gonzalo García and Joaquín Ceballos prepare all documents with great care and dedication. At the pleadings stage, the team is high-quality, highly coordinated, and has extensive knowledge of the case.'
- 'A diverse and well-rounded team with industry experience and legal expertise. Excellent service and high quality - highly recommended.'
- 'The team stand out for their attitude, concrete experience, knowledge, availability and flexibility.'
Key clients
- Citibank
- Cooper Tire & Rubber
- ENAP Sipetrol Argentina
- Pernod Ricard
- Samsonite Argentina
- Sipar Aceros
- CCC Machinery
- Farmacología en Acuacultura Veterinaria FAV.
- We are Sports
- Cosan Lubricantes
Work highlights
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Gonzalo García Delatour; Martín Gastaldi; Federico Sosa; Fernando Kreser
Other key lawyers
Eduardo Güemes; Rafael Marcelo Lobos; Pilar Lodewyckx Hardy; Rocío Alejandra Labán; Joaquín Ceballos