Argentina’s Top Compliance Firms: Expertise in White-Collar Crime and International Sanctions
In today’s fast-paced financial landscape, Argentina’s financial institutions face increasing pressure to comply with international regulations. As a result, a select group of firms has emerged as leaders in the field of compliance, offering expertise in navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
Top-Ranked Firms
The following top-ranked firms have demonstrated exceptional expertise in white-collar crime and international sanctions:
- Beccar Varela: Ranked as a “Band 1” firm, Beccar Varela boasts a deep bench of experienced lawyers specializing in criminal matters related to alleged corruption activity. Their clients include Bet 365, OLX Autos, and Pomelo.
- Bruchou & Funes de Rioja: This top-tier firm provides advice on compliance programs, internal investigations, and criminal law, with expertise in whistle-blower protection and compliance training initiatives. Clients such as Equinor and Gridexponential have been drawn to their services.
Notable Firms
The following firms round out the “Band 2” category:
- Allende & Brea: This firm offers strong practice advice on compliance programs, anti-bribery and anti-corruption policies, and multi-jurisdictional internal investigations. Clients such as Bitso International join a roster of many international companies.
- Baker McKenzie: With expertise in internal investigations, whistle-blowing issues, and drafting internal compliance programs, Baker McKenzie has earned a spot in the “Band 2” ranking. Their training initiatives for employees have been particularly well-received among clients such as Denso, Federal Express, and Yara.
Other Notable Firms
The following firms make up the remainder of the rankings:
- Marval O’Farrell Mairal: This firm’s department handles a full spectrum of compliance matters, including internal investigations and criminal law strategy in corruption cases. They are frequently retained to create or adapt compliance programs for local and multinational companies.
- LLODRÁ Law: As a well-established Argentine boutique firm, LLODRÁ Law makes its mark with its compliance practice, advising on a range of mandates from ABC due diligence to the design and implementation of compliance programs under ISO standards.
- MBP Partners: This firm enters the rankings for the first time this year, with its noteworthy compliance practice assisting clients with global compliance programs, anti-corruption policies, and day-to-day regulatory compliance mandates. Notable clients include names from the banking, e-commerce, and construction industries.
- Mitrani Caballero & Ruiz Moreno: This firm rounds out the “Band 3” category with its dynamic compliance practice, assisting clients with risk assessment and providing counsel on international best practices. They frequently handle the design and application of compliance programs, including anti-money laundering and anti-bribery initiatives.
Conclusion
As Argentina’s financial institutions continue to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, these top-ranked firms are poised to provide expert guidance in ensuring compliance with white-collar crime and international sanctions laws. With their expertise in internal investigations, whistle-blower protection, and compliance training initiatives, these firms are well-equipped to help clients stay ahead of the curve in today’s fast-paced financial landscape.