Hughes & Hughes has a successful track record in commercial and criminal courts and administrative law proceedings. Asset recovery and insolvency are key areas of expertise, and the team represents significant clients in the financial sector. It is regularly called upon by clients to advise on breach of contract, abuse of dominant position and inheritance claims. The practice has expertise in a wide range of sectors, with specialist knowledge of the pharmaceutical and real estate industries. Dispute resolution specialist Bernardo Porras leads the group, bringing extensive experience in insolvency and asset recovery to the team. Practice co-head Alfredo Taullard plays a lead role in commercial arbitration at both a national and international level. Senior associate Agustina Silva represents clients in fraudulent insolvency litigation. Magela Ramon is also an active senior associate in the team, and associate Felipe Riva is another name to note.
Testimonials
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‘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.’
Key clients
- Abriley
- Aerolíneas Argentinas
- Aker Biomarine Antarctics
- Akuo Energy Uruguay
- Akzonobel
- Alcafe Hnos (Agronovax)
- American Express
- Baluma (Enjoy Conrad Punta del Este)
- BBVA Uruguay
- Banco Galicia Uruguay
- B.G. Industria Láctea
- Blanvira
- Camposol
- Cardiomovil
- Carrasco Nobile
- Chembulk Maritime Denmark
- Cielo Azul Cementos y Calizas
- Colgate Palmolive
- Corporación Nacional para el Desarrollo
- Corporación Ferroviaria del Uruguay
- Diremar
- Emprendimientos de Valor
- Extreme Liquidation
- Forestal Oriental
- Generación Eólica Minas
- Grendene
- GMO Renewable Resources Uruguay
- Pestana Group
- HRU
- Jebesen & Jessen GmbH
- Lojas Renner
- Olam Group
- Pernod Ricard Uruguay
- Pinturas Inca
- Procampo Uruguay
- Samifruit Uruguay
- S.C. Johnson & Son de Uruguay
- Statoil
- Timac Agro Uruguay
- Trade & Commerce Bank (In Official Liquidation)
- Trade & Purchasing Company
- UPM
- Wartsila Uruguay
Work highlights
- Advised Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria Uruguay on an asset recovery matter, with a deal value of around $10m.
- Advised Forestal Oriental on a claim for alleged breach of contract, with a deal value of more than £3m.
- Advising Baluma on a claim for damages and loses, with a deal value around $6.5m.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Bernardo Porras, Alfredo Taullard