Guyer & Regules' ‘multidisciplinary and diverse’ dispute resolution team maintains a successful track record in high-profile litigation and arbitration proceedings. Civil, commercial, administrative and banking litigation are key areas of expertise, and the practice also has a strong background in construction, antitrust, IP, labour and product liability disputes. Carlos Brandes jointly leads the team, bringing extensive litigation and arbitration experience, including in bilateral investment treaty arbitration, civil fraud litigation, and insurance and banking disputes. With a strong background in administrative law, practice co-head Mariana Santo is an expert in litigation processes against the state and negotiations with public entities. Counsel Macarena Fariña brings expert knowledge of international private law to the team, advising on arbitration clauses and the recognition of foreign awards and judgments, while Cecilia Orlando, counsel, excels in the provision of pre-dispute advice. At the senior associate level, Ana Paula González focuses on civil and commercial matters, representing clients in both litigation and arbitration, and Martín Balmaceda‘s broad dispute resolution practice encompasses contractual liability, shareholder and distribution agreements, and bankruptcy proceedings.
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Testimonials
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‘Guyer is an extraordinary firm. Its partners are leaders in their respective practices. They have a multidisciplinary and diverse team and provides advice in a way that probably no other firm in the country can.’
‘Macarena Fariña is completely available every time I contact her. Excellent professional.’
‘The litigation lawyers form a very solid team, with a lot of experience and handling of different issues. I highlight the work of Macarena Fariña for our company.’
‘Carlos Brandes is a reference in his practice. He has a personal commitment to each case he takes on, no matter if it is big or small: if he takes it, he gives his all for a favourable result. He has great temperance and sharpness, which is a great asset at the time of a trial. A committed and capable team. And, most importantly, great people skills. In Uruguay, being represented by Carlos is already a reference; having him puts the odds in your favour.’
‘Carlos Brandes is a master of Uruguayan law. His focus on strategy and his ability to find a practical solution elevate him to the highest rank of Uruguayan lawyers. Cecilia Orlando combines her sharp intellect with a strong dedication to the case and her clients. That combination makes her the ideal lawyer to have by your side.’
‘They spare no time to reach the best possible solution for my company. I feel a security with Guyer that I have not found in other firms I have dealt with. The professionals with whom I deal and who inspire total confidence are Mariana Santo and Cecilia Orlando. They are professionals very committed to the issues and are very up to date.’
Key clients
- Citibank
- Philip Morris
- Telefónica
- Moody’s
- Montes Del Plata
- GNLS
- BBVA
- Itaú Bank
- HSBC
- Unilever
- Tienda Inglesa
- BASF
Work highlights
Representing G Electronics in a lawsuit filed by the former sub-distributor of all its products in Uruguay, Incotel, claiming damages related to alleged breaches of contract and termination of its contract for over $2.7m.
Represented Frutura in a private bid of all assets (block sale) of Citricola Salteña, headquartered in Salto.
Represented Arroyo Arrandí and Maberil in a lawsuit requesting payment of credits, loans and taxes, plus interest and the readjustment of such sums.
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Leading associates
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Macarena Fariña
Ana Paula González
Practice head
Carlos Brandes; Mariana Santo