
Representing worldwide tycoons such as Amazon, Google, Volkswagen, Adidas, TikTok, and Banco Santander, Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga excels in dispute resolution. More specifically, it is adept in high-stakes financial, banking, insolvency, and complex cross-border commercial litigation for major multinational and institutional clients. Recently, the practice advised Adidas on a multimillion-dollar cross-border claim brought by the former Reebok Uruguay representative, involving alleged insolvency linked to Adidas’ conduct. Department co-head Nicolás Brause focuses on financial litigation, particularly commercial law, antitrust, and bankruptcy, and regularly represents leading international and local clients in high-profile, complex disputes. Co-head Mariela Ruanova Fernando is known for her expertise in financial, tech, and complex cross-border litigation, having led a major international dispute exceeding US$200 million involving multiple jurisdictions and arbitration in New York. Bruno Steneri is a key contact for insurance litigation and has advised leading global insurers, as well as major financial institutions. Other key contacts include Lucía Aguerre, knowledgeable in disputes related to IP, and Jimena González, an expert in corporate matters.
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Testimonials
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- Excellent team, always available, very knowledgeable about the topics.
- Nicolás Brause knows what he's talking about and provides clear and accurate advice.
- Nicolás Brause and Mariela Ruanova are very good.
Key clients
- Peers Business Inc.
- Volkswagen
- Banco Santander
- Dubai Investment Corporation
- Tenfield
- Banco Itaú
- Amazon
- Adidas
- Arcos Dorados Uruguay (McDonalds Uruguay)
Work highlights
Advised Google on Uruguay’s leading right‑to‑be‑forgotten litigation, securing multiple favourable rulings; one plaintiff‑side decision is in enforcement proceedings over scope and penalties.
Advised Peers Business Inc. on minority‑shareholder litigation against Navios South American Logistics Inc., securing Uruguayan court jurisdiction and a court‑appointed supervisor; claims seek nullity of a US$160M subordinated loan and US$270M in damages, with defendants signalling New York arbitration.
Advised Adidas on the defence of creditor and bankruptcy‑related claims brought by Reebok Uruguay’s former local representative (claims exceeding US$30M), asserting an arbitration clause; Uruguay’s Supreme Court is reviewing a split appellate ruling on jurisdiction, with potential arbitration in Panama.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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
Nicolás Brause; Mariela Ruanova
Other key lawyers
Bruno Steneri; Lucía Aguerre; Jimena González


