Ferrere is a leading force in Uruguay’s corporate and M&A sector, advising on some of the country’s most significant and complex transactions. It is consistently involved in major banking and insurance M&A deals, representing clients across industries such as retail, energy, agribusiness and pharma. New practice head Santiago Fontana is a highly respected corporate lawyer who specialises in M&A, foreign investments and agribusiness work. Fontana has advised on major deals, including the sale of Marfrig assets to Minerva. Geraldine Ifrán is a key figure in M&A, private equity and banking deals, particularly in the insurance sector. Ifrán recently advised Bimbo Group on its acquisition of Pagnifique.  Manuel Lecuona is a notable expert in corporate structures, M&A and shareholder disputes, with a strong focus on venture capital and energy. Cristina Vignone leads major M&A and due diligence processes for top clients such as ExxonMobil.

Guyer & Regules’ corporate and M&A team is a dominant force in Uruguay, praised by clients for its ‘business-oriented mindset’ and handling some of the country’s most significant corporate transactions. Notable deals include the Moove It–December Labs merger, Very Good Ventures’ acquisition of Create Thrive, and the sale of Breeders and Packers to a Brazilian beef exporter. The team also recently advised Banco Itaú on acquiring shares in fintech company Handy. Practice head Nicolás Piaggio is a leading expert in M&A, corporate, and finance, providing strategic counsel to multinational companies on complex transactions. Fellow practice head Corina Bove specialises in high-stakes M&A deals and advises major clients such as L’Oréal, FEMSA, and Hilton. Álvaro Tarabal is a top transactional lawyer advising global clients like Minerva Foods on cross-border matters. Javier Berdaguer is a key player in M&A. Guzmán Rodríguez, an M&A specialist, advises major clients like Goldman Sachs and Coca-Cola FEMSA.

Dentons Jiménez de Aréchaga’s corporate and M&A practice is a dominant force in Uruguay, propelled by its global reach and local expertise. The practice attracts prestigious clients such as Amazon, Google, Techint and Airbus, handling complex cross-border transactions. Notable achievements include McDonald’s renewal of its franchise agreement with Arcos Dorados. Virginia Brause, co-leader of the practice, specialises in high-profile cases for multinational corporations, industrial giants and global brands. Nicolás Herrera Alonso, with vast experience in M&A, leads on significant transactions such as the Santander/ABN Amro merger and advises multinational firms on major deals. Fernando Jiménez de Aréchaga Jr has played a pivotal role in major infrastructure, energy and IT M&A transactions, including high-profile exits in renewable energy and key deals in the oil, gas and software sectors.

The corporate and M&A practice at Hughes & Hughes has been integral to some of Uruguay’s most significant corporate transactions. As the lead legal advisor to UPM, the firm guided the construction and startup of the USD 3.47 billion eucalyptus pulp mill near Paso de los Toros, and continues to provide legal support in corporate, labour and environmental matters. The team is led by Haroldo Espalter, who has extensive experience advising both international and national companies on commercial, industrial and service activities. Héctor Ferreira advises on M&A, FDI projects and corporate structuring, while Juan Carlos Oreggia Carrau focuses on project structuring, joint ventures and investments in sectors like forestry and energy. Mariana Estradé and Florencia Beyhaut have also been key contributors, providing exceptional support across complex matters.

Posadas‘s corporate & M&A team is a leading practice in Uruguay’s corporate sector, specialising in M&A, joint ventures and corporate restructuring. With expertise spanning corporate, tax, regulatory and competition law, it provides advice to both local and international clients. Trusted for complex, high-value transactions, its client roster includes prominent names like BP, Clorox and Compass. Co-head Fernando de Posadas is a key figure, recognised for his role in major investment projects and corporate law advisory, including overseeing the large foreign investment in Uruguay. Also co-leading, Tomas Gurméndez is known for his leadership in cross-border M&A and complex governance matters. Tomás Guerrero, a seasoned corporate lawyer, handles significant M&A and financing transactions. Andrés Aznárez focuses on high-value cross-border deals, especially with Brazilian investors, while Lucía Barrios brings expertise in corporate restructuring, governance and sectors like e-commerce and agribusiness.

Bergstein Abogados has established itself as a key player in Uruguay’s corporate sector, handling significant transactions like the OJI land acquisition and the restructuring of Codere Group’s debt. The team provides personalised legal advice across all corporate law areas, maintaining strong relationships with local authorities and multinational clients. Recently, it has supported Brazilian and Argentine companies expanding into Uruguay. Practice heads Guillermo Duarte, an expert in M&A and investment, and Jonás Bergstein, a specialist in international transactions and tax, lead the team. They are supported by a group of associates, including Daniel Mosco, specialising in corporate and financial law, María Eugenia Alvarez, focusing on corporate compliance and notarial matters, and Tamar Bergstein, advising on corporate tax and optimisation.

Bragard Abogados is renowned for handling complex M&A transactions across diverse sectors, including energy, healthcare, real estate, finance and infrastructure. Recently, the firm advised an international healthcare company on an acquisition, supported an energy sector client with due diligence and legal structuring and represented private companies in a significant agreement with a state-owned entity. The team is co-led by Agustina Bomio, specialising in cross-border M&A, investment structuring, project finance, and tax planning.  Jean Jacques Bragard, a key figure in corporate disputes, and Juan Bonet, who brings significant tax, corporate and administrative expertise, lead the team alongside Bomio. Alfredo Frigerio advises on contracts, risk analysis, permits and regulatory defence strategies, with experience in public procurement. The team is also bolstered by associate Hillary Marks.

Castellan Abogados’s corporate & M&A department is a cornerstone of the firm, and offers strategic legal solutions to both local and international clients across a variety of industries, including real estate, tech, automotive and agribusiness, serving prominent clients such as Kia Motors, GrandVision and SADA Group. Led by Santiago Castellán, the team excels in managing M&A transactions, corporate compliance and risk mitigation. Maria Lucia Acosta enhances the practice with her expertise in complex transactions, risk management and cross-border deals. Associate Mariana Fagioli has rapidly become a key player in corporate governance and transactional law, making significant contributions to high-profile M&A deals and the firm’s international expansion.

Deloitte (Uruguay)  has established itself as a key player in the corporate and M&A sector by leveraging the firm's legal, tax, financial and regulatory expertise. Led by Javier Domínguez, the firm’s corporate and M&A practice also advises on complex restructurings. Domínguez has significant expertise across various industries, including banking, insurance, IT, energy and tourism. The firm’s impressive client base includes major international players such as Google, Gupo Bimbo, ADT Security Services and Siemens Gamesa Renewables, as well as multinational companies from sectors like pharma, media, defence, luxury goods, consumer products, agriculture, renewable energy and tech.

From advising on M&A to navigating public procurement processes, Brum Costa Abogados‘s corporate department delivers strategic advice with sector-specific knowledge. Its work spans key areas like fuel, pharma, cannabis and tech. Co-leader Leonardo Costa has extensive experience in corporate transactions, advising clients like HSBC and the Montevideo Stock Exchange and serving as an international consultant on AML regulations. Co-leader Oscar Brum, a civil and commercial law expert, is noted for advising clients on high-stakes cases. Co-leader Paula Porteiro specialises in corporate structuring, due diligence and contracts. Associates Ana Laura Lores, Florencia Imbrosiano, Agustina Correa, Sofía Matteo and Joaquín Bonaudi provide corporate, contractual, and regulatory advice.

The corporate and M&A practice at Olivera Abogados continues to handle complex, high-value transactions for major clients, providing expert advice on corporate structuring, mergers and cross-border deals. A notable example is its work advising Punta Carretas Shopping Centre on multiple share purchase agreements. Ricardo Olivera García, the firm’s founding partner, is a recognised authority on cross-border transactions in Uruguay and Latin America. Juan Mailhos Gallo, co-head of the department, has extensive experience advising domestic and international clients on multimillion-pound transactions, with expertise spanning corporate law, M&A, restructuring and governance.

Pérez Del Castillo & Asociados’s corporate law practice is led by esteemed lawyers Matias Perez Del Castillo and Miguel Casanova, who specialise in corporate advisory, complex contract negotiations and structuring major business ventures. Castillo provides strategic and commercial guidance to major clients, including Alsea – Café Sirena Uruguay (Starbucks), Edanrey (Chocolates Haas) and Cabify. Casanova, a respected leader in corporate structuring, M&A and financing, advises top clients such as Wenance. A strong second line of senior associates includes Macarena Lapido (corporate and M&A; civil and commercial contracts), and November 2024 hire Gonzalo Trapp (corporate advisory / M&A).

Citadelle, Legal, Tax & Accounting’s corporate practice, established in September 2024, has quickly built a strong client portfolio, advising on high-value corporate matters. Carlos Rodríguez Capurro, a seasoned corporate lawyer, specialises in M&A, foreign investments and complex corporate structures, playing a key role in high-profile transactions across industries. María Verónica handles M&A, business structuring and investment advisory, with expertise in tax planning and trust structuring. Rodrigo Márquez Álvarez focuses on real estate, agribusiness work and corporate law, with M&A and cross-border expertise. Associate Naiara Assaf assists on litigation, corporate advisory and real estate.

The corporate and M&A Practice at SYLS Ferrari has experienced rapid growth over the past year. The practice takes a multidisciplinary approach, advising international and innovative clients on landmark projects in Uruguay, such as radar technology deployment, the launch of a novel bacteriophage drug and large green hydrogen investments. Headed by Eduardo Ferrari, the practice is supported by Rafael Salaberren Dupont, a seasoned corporate and M&A lawyer. Associates Paulina Cedrola, Camila Melgar, Madelón Bascou and Paulina Ualde bring expertise in corporate issues, ESG matters and real estate law.