The dispute resolution practice at Bergstein Abogados is renowned for its expertise in complex litigation, specialising in antitrust, unfair competition, trade mark protection and international bankruptcy proceedings. The team handles a wide range of civil actions, including enforcing foreign judgments, arbitral awards and managing product liability, insurance claims and labour disputes. Practice head Leonardo Melos, a former judge, leads the department, advising on commercial disputes and negotiations, especially loan and shareholder agreements. Associate Silvina Vila specialises in intellectual property, commercial disputes and portfolio management. Associate Rodrigo Felló focuses on labour litigation, commercial disputes, arbitration, and contract negotiations. Together, the team offers comprehensive legal expertise across various high-stakes matters.
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Client satisfaction
Key clients
- Compañia Uruguaya de Medios de Procesamiento (TotalNet Uruguay)
- Warner Bros
- Sun Distribution
- CasasUru
- Pos 2000
- Servimedic Shareholders
- Amadeus IT Group
- Wheaton
- Iglesia Dios es Amor
- Republica Federativa del Brasil
Work highlights
Assisted Visanet to promote a successful arbitration with local POS network administrator Geocom for anticompetitive actions conducted against the company.
Successfully renegotiated a ruling against Casasur's group of companies.
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Practice head
Leonardo Melos
Other key lawyers
Rodrigo Felló; Silvina Vila