Banking & Finance: “This great team of professionals counts ABN AMRO and Banco Santander as its two most recognised clients, and was involved in the famous merger between the two banks. Commentators highlight the group's excellent communication skills and thorough understanding of its clients' businesses. As a member of the board of Santander/ABN AMRO, Fernando Jiménez de Aréchaga has a strong presence in the banking sector and is well reputed throughout the country” (Chambers Global 2010).

Corporate/Finance: “With 62 years in service to the financial community of Uruguay, Jiménez de Aréchaga Viana & Brause has a reputation in corporate matters built on the firm's founding partner, Eduardo Jiménez de Aréchaga, a highly-respected legal scholar in Uruguay. Competitors hold that the firm began and maintains itself as a practice of independent lawyers operating under one firm. The autonomous structure offers an efficient delivery of services and hands-on attention for its clients. "Even when we had a short schedule they were able to deliver on time," one client relates” (International  Financial Law Review, IFLR1000, 2010).

Corporate/M&A: “This team provides excellent advice on local corporate and commercial issues and handles complex cases for a prestigious client list. Especially active in the banking sector, it recently assisted Banco Santander with its acquisition of ABN AMRO's assets in Uruguay. Fernando Jiménez de Aréchaga is perhaps the team's most notable lawyer and is reputed for his strong connections with banks, in particular Santander and ABN AMRO. Highly regarded partner Héctor Viana is valued for his excellent skills in the corporate market and his business acumen” (Chambers Global 2010).

Labor & Employment: “This corporate firm has a well-regarded labour department. Verónica Pott and Diego Viana handle employment issues and are highlighted for their expertise in the area” (Chambers Global 2010).