Guyer & Regules has wide experience advising owners, developers and operators of the hotel and entertainment industries, both local and foreign.

The firm has advised large international hotel chains settled in Uruguay. The advice included not only the procedures for the adequate establishment in the country, but also the negotiation with third parties regarding operation, administration and franchise contracts.

The firm has engaged with their clients in tender procedures for concessions/licenses to operate casinos in Uruguay, as well as in M&A operations for the acquisition of hotels and casinos in the country and other Latin American countries.

Our Entertainment practice area specializes in a wide range of matters, including:

• Legal advice and representation in the development, construction and financing of tourism and entertainment projects.
• Contracts, corporate matters, public procurement and regulatory aspects, including local tourism legislation, gambling laws, current municipal regulations, permits, special compliance issues, among others.
• Advice to athletes, artists, agents, representatives, clubs and sports entities. Our clients include international organizations, major events organizers, investment funds, record companies and audiovisual producers, internet content providers, among others.