Pérez Alati, Grondona, Benites & Arntsen provides comprehensive consumer law support to manufacturers, importers, distributors, retail companies and financial institutions on extrajudicial claims made by consumers before administrative agency hearings, product liability cases, class actions, recalls and insurance coverage claims. The practice also assists with the management of claims portfolios and advises on compliance with consumer protection regulations. The practice is led by Luis Barry, a consumer law expert who also covers antitrust and competition matters, with further senior-level support provided by María Carolina Abdelnabe Vila, who was raised to the partnership in December 2023 and focuses on consumer protection, fair trade, data protection law, product liability and legal tech. Sonia Del Regno (competition, antitrust, fair trade and consumer law) is the primary contact at the associate level.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team fulfils all our requests on time, some of them very urgent, and always produces high-quality work.'

  • ‘Luis Barry's ability to put himself in the shoes of the in-house lawyer is a valuable attribute. Maria Carolina Abdelnabe Vila combines technical legal expertise with a practical approach.’

  • ‘A professional team that is always up to date on regulations and responds quickly to requests.'

  • ‘A team that works to a high level of professionalism and communicates well with clients.'

  • ‘The team is efficient, proactive and empathetic. They resolve conflicts in a timely manner.'

  • ‘Lawyers who provide very good advice and possess solid subject-matter knowledge.’

Key clients

  • Honda Motor de Argentina
  • Life Seguros
  • United Airlines
  • Puma Sports
  • MercadoLibre
  • Coppel
  • Softys
  • Marfrig Global Foods
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Lenovo

Work highlights

  • Represents Life Seguros in all claims filed by consumers related to consumer protection agencies.
  • Advise and represent Honda Motor de Argentina in all claims filed by consumers within consumer protection agencies from all around the country.
  • Provide ongoing advice to Marfrig on consumer protection and related regulations. Recent work includes ensuring compliance with packaging and labelling regulations.

Lawyers

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Practice head

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Luis Barry