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Argentina In Brief
Argentina In Brief
In the years following the economic collapse of 2001-02, Argentina recreated itself as one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. By 2007 GDP growth had reached an estimated 8.5 per cent; a figure comparable to India's and China's, and well ahead of GDP among its Latin American neighbours.This year, by contrast, has seen the country's economy come up against some tough obstacles. The government's decision to impose price controls within the energy industry in the wake of the 2001 collapse has seen a marked drop-off in investor interest, with subsequent fuel shortages and lay-offs within the industrial sector. The country's farming industry has also struggled under an increased tax burden, leading to strike action and further discouragement among investors.
While Argentina's prosperity has been tempered by these developments, the country boasts a rich supply of natural resources (including significant reserves of natural gas and livestock), an attractive communications industry and a rapidly expanding real estate market.
The 20 practice areas featured in our publication demonstrate the strength and breadth of the country's Bar. The following firms stood out for the quality of the services they provide within this promising, sometimes changeable, marketplace.
Editorial
Editorial: Argentina
Editorial: Aviation in Argentina
After coming close to bankruptcy in 2001, Argentina's Aerolineas airline was nationalised earlier this year: a move that emphasises the importance government attaches to a stable aviation industry in the region.
Editorial: Banking in Argentina
Recent news of the Argentine government's decision to repay $6.7 billion of defaulted debt to the Paris Club of creditor nations could help to restore the country's international economic credibility, according to its members.
Editorial: Business Crime in Argentina
In this chapter we identify those practitioners who are highly regarded for their expertise in defending companies, corporate officers and individuals in criminal litigation arising from business activities.
Editorial: Capital Markets in Argentina
Last year was the best for Argentina's capital markets since the years before the 2002 crash, according to sources, but 2008 has proved to be slower.
Editorial: Commercial Arbitration in Argentina
Commercial arbitration is becoming established in Argentina as a popular method for resolving a range of disputes, and particularly in relation to major investment disputes involving foreign companies.
Profiled Firms
Firm Profiles: Argentina
Allende & Brea
Allende & Brea was established in 1957 and houses over 70 attorneys in its Buenos Aires office. Nine inclusions in seven of the following chapters, and high-profile clients such as Ambev, ING and Import-Export Bank justify the firm's reputation as a "market leader" in Argentina.
Brons & Salas
Brons & Salas, based in Buenos Aires, is a medium-sized firm with more than 70 members who provide a full-service practice.
Bruchou Fernández Madero & Lombardi
Founded in 1990, Bruchou Fernández Madero & Lombardi has quickly become one of the key corporate law firms in Argentina, and its strength is clearly displayed in this edition: its members make 16 appearances in 10 of the following chapters.
Cárdenas Di Cio Romero Tarsitano & Lucero
Based in Buenos Aires, Cárdenas Di Cio Romero Tarsitano & Lucero has nearly 80 members across 30 practice areas.
Cabanellas Etchebarne Kelly & Dell'Oro Maini
Cabanellas Etchebarne Kelly & Dell'Oro Maini is a mid-sized firm, founded in 1997,whose lawyers are attracting attention for their performance in corporate areas such as banking and capital markets.
Focus On Corporate Counsel
Corporate Counsel Q&A: Argentina
Argentina Corporate Counsel: Javier Davila
JAVIER DAVILA
Role: Southern Cone General Counsel
Company: Unilever de Argentina SA
You have probably used one of its products in the past week; toiletries, cleaning products, food and beverages all form part of the Unilever portfolio.
Argentina Corporate Counsel: Pablo Bergthal
PABLO BERGTHAL
Role: Corporate Legal Manager
Company: Arcor Group
Arcor's biscuits and confectionery are manufactured in plants all over Latin America and distributed worldwide.