Allende & Brea’s public law team is called on for support across a wide variety of public procurement, administrative and environmental law matters, and is well known for handling public finance mandates, litigation and M&A-related public law work. Engineering, construction and infrastructure are key segments. Practice head Maria Morena Del Rio is actively involved in public works and infrastructure projects, and is particularly well-versed in procurement proceedings, public contracts' claims, dispute procedures, judicial reviews and regulatory advice. Respected corporate partner Diego Botana, who is recognised for the depth of his expertise in the niche area of company constitutional rights in highly regulated sectors, is also available to the team. Key associates Vanesa Fernandez (administrative and regulatory law) and Lucrecia Re (public contracts, procurement, administrative law and judicial procedures) lead the second line.
Testimonials
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‘They always respond in a timely manner and present proactive ideas and with good judgement.’
‘Allende & Brea's public law team is comprised of highly trained, solid lawyers. María Morena del Río, is a lawyer of recognised prestige in the field. She is very professional and solid in her knowledge.’
‘They work in a very organised way and stand out for their dedication to the client and their cordial and warm treatment.’
Key clients
- Novartis Argentina
- Hughes Networks – Echo Start
- American Airlines
- Mastercard Cono Sur
- CSL Behring
- Compass Group
- Elena Bonatti
- Codere
- Globalsat Argentina
- Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Aspen Global
- Ferrero Argentina
- LSG Sky Chefs Argentina
- Metlife Inc
- Metlife Servicios
- Metlife Seguros de Retiro
- Andesmar Cargas
- Minera del Altiplano
- Tempus Labs
- Biotronik Argentina
- FMC Química
- Vertex Pharmaceuticals Europe
- Van Hessen
- Grupo NC
- HBO Latin American Group
- Sherwin Williams
- Ball Corporation
- CNO
- Wartsila
- Vaisala OYJ
- The Kellogg Company
- Galicia Seguros
Work highlights
- Assisted Saab Dynamics with the negotiation and drafting of a military equipment supply agreement with the National Ministry of Defence and the Joint Staff of the Armed Forces.
- Provide Biotronik with general advice on regulatory and administrative matters, including preparation of tender documents.
- Advises Thermo Fisher Scientific on the delivery of administrative contracts signed with governmental bodies.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
María Morena del Río