Bruchou & Funes de Rioja is renowned for advising international banks such as JP Morgan Chase and Deutsche Bank, as well as real estate companies on acquisitions, sales, leasing, and the development of commercial, business, and renewable energy projects. The practice also handles rigorous due diligence, permit applications, and environmental assessments where relevant to projects. The team is led by the ‘excellent’ corporate, M&A, and real estate practitioner, Exequiel Buenaventura. He is knowledgeable regarding the acquisition and divestment of rural land, as well as the tax and border security regulations affecting foreign purchasers. Senior associates Federico Vicente and Hernán Alal are both active across corporate and real estate matters, with particular expertise in the acquisition and leasing of luxury office buildings. Corporate associate Julián Gómez Luboz lends his expertise to development matters involving project framework agreements and financing.
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Testimonials
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- ‘It is possibly one of the best teams in the field; efficient, highly specialised, and with a level of understanding of our internal issues that makes them feel like an internal partner rather than an external firm.’
- ‘Without a doubt, their added value is the ability to think about and analyse issues as a member of the business and not as “simple” external lawyers.’
- ‘The Real Estate practice is distinguished by an exceptional combination of deep technical experience, a pragmatic business-oriented approach, and an outstanding ability to handle complex transactions and litigation with efficiency and strategic vision.’
- ‘They have proven experience in high-value, complex transactions, including acquisitions, sales, developments, financing, and large-scale leases, where they provide innovative solutions and effectively mitigate risks.’
- ‘The team works in close collaboration with other practice areas of the firm, such as tax and corporate, which guarantees comprehensive and coordinated advice on complex matters.’
- ‘The team is impeccable. They helped us with issues we were unaware of and explained everything in detail. They were very well-informed about the industry for which we needed the contract and resolved our doubts on the spot.’
- ‘Federico Vicente, Tomas Herrero Anzorena, and Exequiel Buenaventura were fundamental in helping us with matters we had no knowledge of. They were always in contact to resolve doubts instantly, and the work they did was precise, detailed, and very well-informed.’
- ‘Tomas Herrero Anzorena is exceptional; always well-informed and up-to-date in his field, with a great willingness to answer queries at any time, quickly and efficiently.’
- ‘Federico Vicente is exceptional, always highly skilled in the relevant area, and provides the best advice with fast and efficient answers.’
- ‘The firm's lawyers have a deep knowledge of both the legal fundamentals and local practices, putting them in an unbeatable position to support their clients.’
Key clients
- <p>Compañía Cervecerías Unidas (“CCU”)</p>
- <p>Cargill</p>
- <p>IFC</p>
- <p>Vista Oil & Gas</p>
- <p>Ribera Desarrollos</p>
- <p>Goldman Sachs</p>
- <p>Hotel Madero</p>
- <p>Kleinwort</p>
- <p>La Juciela</p>
- <p>Acciona</p>
- <p>Skill On Net</p>
- <p>YPF</p>
- <p>Raghsa</p>
- <p>Herbert Smith Freehills</p>
- <p>Tayron Capital</p>
- <p>JP Morgan Chase & Co.</p>
- <p>Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)</p>
- <p>Deutsche Bank</p>
- <p>Portland</p>
Work highlights
Assisted Herbert Smith Freehills with the acquisition of land by mutual client Mirova in connection with a project focused on forestation and obtaining carbon credits through the certification of rural land activities.
Advised Ribera Desarrollos, the developer of the 250,000 sq. meter “Al Rio” project, on implementing a restructuring plan that leveraged ongoing residential and mixed-use developments.
Advising JP Morgan Chase on the lease of commercial office buildings in the City of Buenos Aires.
Lawyers
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
Exequiel Buenaventura
Other key lawyers
Federico Vicente; Hernán Alal; Julián Gómez Luboz