Bioceres Strengthens Position with Moolec Merger Under Freeths' Guidance
Deal News | Jun 27, 2025 | Freeths LLP
The internationally recognized law firm, Freeths LLP, has advised the Bioceres Group in its business combination with NASDAQ-listed Moolec Science. This transaction is seen as transformative and complex, as it merges complementary capabilities in sectors such as food ingredients, ag-biologicals, precision fermentation, biomaterials, and R&D services. The merger not only strengthens Moolec's position as a unique life science platform but also emphasizes sustainable solutions from molecule to ingredient. The deal was led by Freeths' Emily Settle, who partnered with Bioceres' General Counsel and Moolec's legal team at Linklaters, showcasing Freeths' capabilities in handling global transactions across multiple jurisdictions, including the UK, Latin America, and Cayman.
Sectors
- Life Sciences
- Legal Advisory
Geography
- United Kingdom – Freeths LLP is based in the UK and provided the primary legal advisory services.
- Latin America – Bioceres Group has operations that include Latin American regions, significant for this business combination.
- Cayman Islands – Part of the transaction involved organizational elements related to the Cayman Islands.
Industry
- Life Sciences – The merger involves Bioceres and Moolec Science, both of which operate in the life sciences sector, focusing on sustainable solutions and advanced research.
- Legal Advisory – Freeths LLP is the law firm providing advisory services for this transaction, representing the legal advisory industry.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bioceres Group | Target Company | Companies | A leading global group in the life sciences field, involved in a business combination with Moolec Science. |
| Moolec Science | Bidding Company | Companies | A NASDAQ-traded company involved in the life sciences sector, merging with Bioceres Group. |
| Freeths LLP | Legal Advisor | Companies | The law firm advising Bioceres Group in its business combination with Moolec Science. |
| Linklaters | Legal Advisor | Companies | The law firm representing Moolec Science in the transaction. |
| Emily Settle | Head of Freeths International and Lead M&A Partner | People | Led the Freeths LLP team in advising Bioceres. |
| Gloria Montaron Estrada | General Counsel | People | Bioceres' General Counsel involved in the transaction. |
| Dante Dagostino | Bioceres Leadership | People | Involved in the transaction from Bioceres’ side. |