A market leader in the TMT sector, Marval O’Farrell Mairal represents leading global telecommunications clients, including satellite providers, telecom operators and content producers. The practice is renowned for its expertise in high-profile complex TMT matters, including comprehensive legal advice on regulatory compliance, commercial agreements, crypto assets and cybersecurity. Other areas of expertise include blockchain transactions, tech-related due diligence processes, data protection and data privacy matters. The practice is co-led by three partners: Daniel Di Paola, who leads the entertainment, e-sports and gaming area (and recently advised Warner Discovery on post-merger matters); Javier Etcheverry Boneo , who assists broadcasting and internet companies with M&A matters; and Gustavo Giay, who leads the data privacy and information technology group. privacy & data protection, privacy compliance, artificial intelligence, software licensing, cyber security, and criminal law in connection with technology. Diego Fernández focuses on privacy & data protection, privacy compliance, AI, software licensing, cyber security, and criminal law in connection with technology; while Manuela Adrogué, who was promoted to partner in August 2024, specialises in data privacy and software protection. Experienced associate María Mercedes Rudolph handles TMT matters related to the corporate sector, while senior Josefina Barbero is involved in cases across the practice area, notably as regards privacy matters.
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  • ‘Daniel DiPaola has been on top of all the regulatory matters. They have ensured that we are protected as a new technology company establishing businesses in Argentina’

  • ‘As one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in Argentina, Marval O'Farrell Mairal boasts a wide range of legal specialisations, allowing them to offer comprehensive advice in various areas related to data protection. Their long track record and reputation give them significant credibility and experience in the market. Their data protection team benefits from collaboration with other departments within the firm, such as technology, intellectual property, and labor law, enabling them to address complex issues from a holistic perspective.'

  • ‘Diego Fernandez's participation adds significant expertise and experience to this practice. He has extensive knowledge of the Argentine Personal Data Protection Law and its regulations. Experience managing security incidents and data breaches. Ability to advise on international data transfers and compliance with foreign regulations. Experience in data protection litigation. He also has extensive knowledge of Argentine legislation.'

Key clients

  • Blockchain.com Group Holdings
  • Warner Bros Discovery
  • GlobeNet Cabos Submarinos
  • Claro Argentina
  • Integra Capital
  • Amazon Web Services
  • The Walt Disney Company
  • Meta
  • Airbnb
  • BEAT App
  • OLX
  • Adobe

Work highlights

Advising WarnerBros and Discovery on their $43bn merge to become a new company that is now one of the largest US media businesses; as well as assistance with regulatory filing related to acquiring AT&T Inc. assets in Argentina.
Advising La Niña Buenos Aires and Tierra a la Vista, both prominent advertising agencies, on the sale of their entire businesses to Tombras, a leading US-based full-service independent advertising company.
Advising Blockchain.com on regulatory, consumer protection and litigation issues related to Blockchain Argentine subsidiaries (Estesoca, Aloca, and Elementum) in Argentina, Chile, Mexico and Colombia.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

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Leading partners

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Gustavo Giay

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Daniel Di Paola; Javier Etcheverry Boneo; Gustavo P. Giay