Lorente & Lopez, Attorneys at Law

The most complex cases.

The most effective solutions.

Lorente & López is a boutique law firm specializing in corporate law, restructuring, and insolvency. We work with companies, business groups, and high-net-worth individuals who need attorneys who understand their businesses—not just the law.

The study

We specialize in the most complex legal matters in the Argentine market. We aren't the largest firm—we're the one you choose when there's no room for error.

Our partners have been involved in the country’s most significant restructurings, litigation cases, and transactions. Year after year, Chambers & Partners and Legal 500 recognize us as leaders in Bankruptcy & Restructuring.

Our Pillars

Spotlight

We take on cases where we can make a real difference. We don't focus on volume.

Experience

Our partners were involved in the deals and transactions that shaped the market.

Result

Every legal decision has implications for the client's business. That is the first thing we analyze.

Our DNA

Every case is a challenge, and we tackle them by coming up with disruptive, innovative solutions, always with our clients’ success in mind. We think “outside the box” because every outcome is unique.

Practice Areas

Solid and Versatile Legal Experience

Restructuring and

Insolvency

We advise companies, business groups, and creditors on debt restructuring, pre-bankruptcy proceedings, and bankruptcy.

Corporate Law

Incorporation and corporate restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, complex commercial contracts, corporate governance, and general business advice.

Complex Litigation and Arbitration

We represent companies and high-net-worth individuals in commercial disputes, corporate litigation, and arbitration proceedings. We approach each case with a strategy designed from the outset.

Labor Law and Social Security

We advise employers on individual and collective labor relations, labor disputes, labor litigation, and regulatory compliance.

Banking Law and

Finance

We assist financial institutions and companies with credit transactions, guarantees, structured financing, and banking regulation.

Intellectual Property and

Technology

We protect trademarks, patents, and digital assets. We provide advice on technology contracts, data protection, and the digital economy.

Real Estate and Agricultural Businesses

We support investments, development projects, and transactions in the real estate market and the agricultural sector, from structuring through to closing.

Partners

We have the best talent in every practice area, as our partners and attorneys have been involved in the most significant trials and cases. 

What's New

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Acknowledgments

The firm has been recognized in the Chambers and Partners rankings for our work in Restructuring, Insolvency, and Bankruptcy in 2023.
The firm has been recognized in the Chambers and Partners rankings for our work in Restructuring, Insolvency, and Bankruptcy in 2022
The firm has been recognized in the Chambers and Partners rankings for our work in Restructuring, Insolvency, and Bankruptcy in 2021
The firm has been recognized in the Chambers and Partners rankings for our work in Restructuring, Insolvency, and Bankruptcy in 2020
The firm has been recognized as one of the top 6 law firms in Argentina in the “Bankruptcy and Restructuring” practice area.
The firm has been recognized as one of Argentina's leading firms in the "Bankruptcy and Restructuring" practice area in 2022
The firm has been recognized as one of Argentina's leading law firms in the "Bankruptcy and Restructuring" practice area in 2021
The firm was recognized as one of Argentina's leading firms in the “Bankruptcy and Restructuring” practice area in 2020
Renowned partner Javier Armando Lorente is well-positioned to assist struggling companies and other debtors in their insolvency proceedings. One client comments: “He has a comprehensive view of any situation and is able to provide us with an in-depth analysis, which allows us to make decisions with confidence,” while another adds: “He is an excellent professional.”
Mariana Russo, a seasoned partner, continues to receive praise from interviewees for her work in the area of bankruptcy and restructuring in Argentina. One market commentator states: “She has great business acumen, especially in the field of bankruptcy.”
The firm has been recognized as one of the best law firms in Argentina in the area of Insolvency and Bankruptcy in the 2025 edition.
Lorente&Lopez has been recognized as "Highly Recommended" in bankruptcy litigation in the Leaders League rankings for 2023
Lorente&Lopez has been recognized as "Highly Recommended" in bankruptcy litigation in the Leaders League rankings for 2024
Lorente&Lopez has been recognized as "Highly Recommended" in bankruptcy litigation in the Leaders League rankings for 2022
Javier Armando Lorente was named a leader in the Bankruptcy and Restructuring segment of “The Legal 500” rankings, and Ariel Di Bártolo was recognized as a “Next Generation Partner” in “The Legal 500” rankings. In addition, our partners Mariana Russo and Diego Madero were highlighted.

Contact

Our team is available to answer your questions and provide expert advice.

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