The practice group at Cuatrecasas is well versed in M&A transactions, asset and business transfers, joint ventures, commercial agreements, corporate restructuring and the drafting of contracts; typically the team is active in transactions involving entities in the financial services, manufacturing and technology segments. The practice is co-directed by Santiago Ferrer, who specialises in M&A, financings and competition law; and Iván Libenson, who has particular strength in corporate, financial and securities law. Additional names to note include Gustavo Robles, who deals with financial regulatory matters, M&A and competition law; and principal associate Fernando Ruiz, who advises companies and private equity funds on M&A transactions, joint ventures and strategic alliances. Senior associate Eduardo Aiza, who handles banking and finance and M&A matters, joined from Ritch, Mueller y Nicolau, S.C. in May 2026
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- They are very responsive and answer very quickly. They understand very well how to work with international clients.
- They have a very experienced team. They have supported us with legal advice since the soft landing and throughout these 4 years of operation.
Key clients
- Macquarie
- Corporación Interamericana de Entretenimiento
Work highlights
Advised Macquarie on acquiring a stake in the Los Ramones pipeline.
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
Santiago Ferrer; Iván Libenson
Other key lawyers
Gustavo Robles; Fernando Ruiz; Eduardo Aiza