‘The team is the main one in Uruguay and one of the most outstanding in Latin America. It has an excellent team with very complete and competent professionals.’

‘Sandra González is one of the leading women in international arbitration in Latam. She is capable, active and has held important leadership positions in leading institutions, such as the ICC Court. Soledad Diaz is a very talented partner while Martín Rossati is also an enormous asset to the team.’

‘Maximum attention to detail, efficiency and availability. I must highlight Alejandro Pintos.’

‘The additional plus is the broad understanding of the client’s field, therefore providing visibility into the country’s context so that the company can get ahead in making decisions within the operation. Outstanding partner: Alejandro Pintos.’

‘They are experienced, sophisticated and with extensive experience in ICC and commercial arbitration. They are the only firm in Uruguay with an authentic commercial international dispute resolution practice. They work 24/7, and their teams are always available and cooperative. They have a diverse team, led by two women in arbitration and the many of the leading associates are also women. They have a modern, non-academic approach to the law.’

‘Soledad Díaz is smart, hardworking and with an outstanding command of the law and facts of a case as well as with overall strategic views. She is experienced in cross and able to deal practically with very complex legal issues; particularly in infrastructure disputes. Sandra Gonzalez is extremely experienced in arbitration and international dispute resolution. She has incredible insight to negotiate, especially with public entities and for arbitration selection and dealing with jurisdictional issues. Martin Rosati is also sophisticated and experienced and very thorough in dealing with quantum matters of cases.’

‘My experience with Alejandro Pintos and his team is excellent from every point of view. They systematically anticipate the counterpart and execute the necessary actions to achieve the outlined results.’

‘Ferrere’s team is the undisputed leader in Uruguay.’

‘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.’

‘The difference is in the selection of the members of the legal team, they are first class, the best on the market.’

‘Macarena Fariña: simply excellent in the treatment, in the level of understanding of each case, in the knowledge of the market and the industry and above all of our company and fundamentally in the quality to be able to balance all these variables at the time of giving advice. We must not fail to mention the quality of client service.’

‘The dispute resolution team at Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga seems very solid and reliable to me. Demonstrates initiative and concern for the entrusted matter, keeping the client informed at all times.’

‘Personal attitude, technical aptitude, experience, good communication and recognised prestige, since its foundation in Uruguay.’

‘Practicality and creativity to find good and efficient solutions. Dedication and follow-up of matters. Extensive knowledge of the industry and the market. Speed ​​of response and immediacy. I highlight Nicolás Brause.’

‘One of the best qualities of the lawyers at this firm is teamwork with the client. They care about understanding the business and its operations, in order to organise a better defense.’

‘The team of professionals stands out for their knowledge, experience and closeness to the client.’

‘Closeness to the client and dedication to matters.’

‘They are excellent professionals; they work side by side and are always available for any concerns.’

‘Alfredo Taullard is the responsible partner, and he is excellent. Agustina Silva is a guarantee. Excellent professional.’

‘The team is good. They are very in tune with each other.’

‘Knowledge of the client’s market and negotiation skills.’

‘It is a team that shows solidity when it comes to advice on conflict resolution and procedural matters. They demonstrate interest in understanding the topic of consultation and providing the best support.’

‘Personal and professional warmth. They show a predisposition and openness to challenge the topics they are asked about.’

‘I highlight Luis Segui.’

‘Castellán’s litigation team is very balanced. It is led by Lucía Acosta, who is not only technically excellent, but has an enormous ability to identify the true needs that clients have and translate this into the strategy. She works very closely with young, creative and very tenacious lawyers, and also has the support of external consultants in different innovative practice areas (such as technology), which guarantee the constant updating and also provide a fresh vision to the team. For those of us who work in non-traditional industries, this is a great support.’

‘The strong interaction between the different practice areas, and the team feeling they convey really makes us clients think that “all fronts” are covered. Lucia Acosta is exceptional. She has always had great lucidity for strategy, she is innovative and extremely versatile, and she works with great ease in different areas and complex situations: it should be noted that she is conciliatory by nature but also relentless when she must be. What I value most about working with Castellán and the team is the deep knowledge of the client they have. I always feel like they are “one more” of my company’s team, and that is not easy to see in the market.’

‘The team offers an overall legal approach for business, able to cover the main relevant legal aspects in Uruguay and most of the Latin American countries.’

‘The individuals are highly qualified and strongly focused on the clients’ needs.’

‘They are part of the company, something that is preached but not always fulfilled. Especially, my reference is to Santiago Castellán and Lucía Acosta.’

‘Very good personal relationship. The partners that I identify who are linked to this company are: Santiago Castellán and Lucía Acosta.’

‘Castellan has a team varied in views and contributions, women and men with attention and agility to face different challenges.’

‘Lucía Acosta, Santiago Castellán and Carolina Diaz de Armas, three members who stand out for their empathy, clarity and proactivity. Especially Lucía has been a notable ally in the monitoring and control of agreements and follow-up for the business configuration of our company.’