MERCOSUR - Argentina

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International and local clients call on Beccar Varela for support on regulatory and permitting issues, new environmental bills that could impact commercial operations, and environmental audits. Environmental due diligence in M&A processes and representing clients in judicial and administrative proceedings concerning waste management, contamination, and clean-ups are other areas of expertise. The practice group's ork in the climate change and carbon credits segement is also noted. Environmental law and climate change expert Manuel Frávega has worked in industry and as a regulator previously, and brings broad experience to the table as practice head. The practice strengthened its bench during the course of 2022 with the hires of senior associate Florencia Marcelli and associate Camilla Caballero.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Deep and broad knowledge of the environmental law landscape in Argentine, and good cross-functional coordination with corporate and real estate teams.’

  • ‘Manuel Frávega has deep experience working as a regulator and in government, giving him insight into potential and developing risks, helping us stay ahead of the curve.’

  • ‘I'd highlight the quality and accuracy of the information and advice provided; Manuel Frávega: human quality, expertise, experience, manner.’

Key clients

  • Jomsalva
  • Asociación Civil Sumatoria

Work highlights

  • Advised rubber manufacturer Jomsalva on an environmental legal compliance audit.
  • Advised the NGO Sumatoria on the drafting of the environmental and climate chapter of the Sustainable Housing Guide for a sustainable housing development project funded by green financing schemes.

Lawyers

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Manuel  Frávega

Manuel Frávega

Beccar Varela

Manuel Frávega is a partner at Beccar Varela, where he heads the Environmental Law & Climate Change Department.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Manuel Frávega