Bruchou & Funes de Rioja, founded in 1967, is one of Argentina’s leading full-service firms with strong international reach through the World Law Group. Renowned for banking and capital markets expertise, its six-partner, 25-associate team advises multilateral financings, FX regulations, cross-border deals, syndicated loans, restructurings, and major project financings. The firm is highly active in the mining, oil and gas, and energy sectors, and has led several landmark transactions. Its debt capital markets and M&A practices are equally prominent, advising issuers, underwriters, buyers, and sellers across complex, high-value transactions.
Bruchou & Funes de Rioja continues to lead in Argentina’s financial and regulatory landscape, advising on some of the country’s most complex and high-impact transactions. The firm acted for international banks in a landmark repo transaction with the Central Bank of Argentina involving
BOPREAL securities. It also played a central role in one of the largest corporate restructurings in decades, guiding Molino Cañuelas through a multi-year process involving over 40 creditors amid challenging economic conditions. In addition, Bruchou advised on Banco Macro’s acquisition of multiple financial entities, a politically sensitive deal that spanned banking, asset management, and brokerage services. The firm also supported Grupo Albanesi’s cross-border bond issuance, navigating intricate collateral structures and multi-jurisdictional coordination to ensure a successful closing.
BOPREAL, Molino Cañuelas, Banco Macro’s
“They are hugely professional, approachable and with a flare and instinct that is rare.” (Project development client)
“The advisory provided by the law firm is completed and top notch. They have experts on several matters, allowing them to provide a global service to clients.” (Banking and finance)
“Bruchou has outstanding individuals who are extremely knowledgeable in both the Oil and Gas industry and financial matters and it also provides a strong base of qualified lawyers to support in the planning and execution of all necessary activities involved in a large and complex transaction. José María Bazan stands out as an expert in the financial area while Nicolas Dulce demonstrated extraordinary skills both in M&A and in the regulatory aspects of the Oil & Gas industry. Moreover, this two lawyers brought in a wealth of soft skills such as kindness, good humor and openness to a deal that required a good share of it.” (Project finance client)
“Excellent partner service. Sophisticated work. Significant expertise.” (Project finance client)
“Bruchou is a law firm with outstanding lawyers in many fields and are extremely efficient” (Banking and finance)
Sergio Arbeleche
“He is the all round expert - but his knowledge of RIGI is second to none.”
Jose Bazan
“Jose is a top notch lawyer, recognized in the industry and with plenty knowledge to assist on different type of matters.”
Nicolas Dulce
“Nicolas has a deep knowledge of our Business and the regulations that govern us. He is proactive, reachable and due to his human qualities, the experience of working with him is enjoyable.”
Jose Bazan
“Excellent service.”
Guillermo Jorge
“Guillermo is very knowledgeable in areas regarding white collar crime and money laundering”
