Agricultural Lawyer in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Agricultural lawyer in Buenos Aires, Argentina, for foreign investors in farmland and agribusiness. Elias Kier Joffe and his team of English-speaking attorneys help you buy, sell and lease farms, vineyards and ranches, without traveling.
Since 1940
Headquartered in Buenos Aires
Featured in
The New York Times & BBC News
English-speaking lawyers
Farmland anywhere in Argentina
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Farmland and agribusiness in Argentina
English-Speaking Agricultural Attorneys in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Investing in Argentine Farmland
Argentina has some of the most productive farmland in the world, from the Pampas to the vineyards of Mendoza and the cattle ranches of Patagonia. Buying a farm involves much more than a home purchase: water rights, leases, boundaries, environmental rules and taxes. It’s one of the services we offer as real estate lawyers in Argentina.
Rules for Foreign Buyers of Rural Land
The rules on foreign ownership of rural land have changed in recent years, and properties near borders or in security zones need special approval. We check what applies to your farm before you sign anything or pay a deposit.
Leases, Contracts and Agribusiness Companies
Many farms are leased or worked under agricultural contracts, and many investors buy through a company. We draft and review leases, sharecropping and supply contracts, and help you set up or acquire an Argentine company to own and run the farm.
Buy, Sell or Lease Without Traveling
You sign a power of attorney where you live, and we handle the due diligence, the closing and the registration, working with our accountants and notaries and keeping you updated in English.
One Point of Contact for Legal, Tax and Notarial Matters
We are a one-stop legal solution. Our team includes lawyers, accountants, Argentine notaries (escribanos) and certified translators, all under one roof and coordinated by attorney Elias Kier Joffe. When needed, we also work directly with your own lawyers and accountants back home, for example to check the tax impact of your purchase or sale in your country.
Our agricultural services include:
✓ Buying and selling farmland, vineyards and cattle ranches.
✓ Title study, surveys, boundaries and water rights.
✓ Rules for foreign buyers of rural land and border areas.
✓ Farm leases, sharecropping and supply contracts.
✓ Setting up or buying an Argentine agribusiness company.
✓ Closing before the notary (escribano) and registration of the deed.
✓ Tax planning with our accountants.
✓ Our own lawyers, accountants, notaries and certified translators, working with your advisors back home when needed.
Simple process
How Our Agricultural Law Firm in Argentina Handles Your Farm Purchase or Sale
1
Tell us what you’re looking for
In a free 15-minute consultation, you tell us about the property you want to buy or sell, your budget and your timing. We explain the steps, costs and taxes, and send you a written quote.
2
We study the title
Before you pay anything, we check ownership, liens, debts, permits and the seller’s documents, so you know exactly what you’re buying.
3
You sign from home
You sign a power of attorney where you live. We negotiate the preliminary agreement, handle the deposit and help you move the funds through legal channels.
4
We close and register
We sign the deed before the notary on your behalf, register it in your name and send you copies of everything. If you’re selling, we help you send the money abroad.
Who you’ll work with
Meet Your Argentine Agricultural Lawyer, Elias Kier Joffe
Hi, I’m Elias Kier Joffe. My grandfather founded this firm in Buenos Aires in 1940, and I’m the third generation leading it. The New York Times has interviewed me three times as an Argentine real estate expert, and Best Lawyers has recognized me in Real Estate Law since 2014.
I know what you’re facing. Buying or selling property in another country, in another language, from far away, is a big decision. My job is to make it simple.
I oversee every case personally, and I’ll always tell you the truth about your case, even when it’s not what you want to hear.
You’ll always know who’s looking after your property: me.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can foreigners buy farmland in Argentina?
In many cases, yes. The rules on foreign ownership of rural land have changed in recent years, and properties near borders or in security zones need special approval. We check what applies to your farm before you sign anything.
Do I need to travel to Argentina to buy a farm?
No. You sign a power of attorney where you live, and we handle the due diligence, the closing and the registration. Many clients like to visit the farm before buying, but it’s never required for the legal process.
Can I buy a farm through a company?
Yes. Many investors buy farmland through an Argentine or foreign company. We help you choose the right structure with our accountants, set it up and register it.
How much does an agricultural lawyer cost in Argentina?
It depends on the size and type of the property, the contracts involved and the work required. After a free 15-minute consultation, we send you a written quote. Notary fees and taxes are separate, and we explain them to you in advance.
Can you help me lease my farm?
Yes. We draft and review farm leases and sharecropping contracts, whether you’re leasing your land to a producer or leasing land to farm it yourself.
Your next step
Talk to an Agricultural Attorney in Buenos Aires Now
Not sure where to start? That’s what the free 15-minute consultation is for. We’ll listen to your situation, explain your options in plain English and tell you the next step.
Give us a call or send us a WhatsApp message today, and we’ll get back to you the same day—even on weekends.
General information only. Real estate, tax and registration consequences depend on the specific facts of each transaction.