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Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded

Latin America Guide 2027 : Chile


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Corporate / M&A Innovative Legal Solutions for Business

A/C/R Legal is positioned as a leader in structuring mergers and acquisitions, leveraging the solid track record of its partners in both domestic and cross-border transactions. Our Firm is distinguished by providing robust legal solutions tailored to the evolving needs of our clients, covering general corporate matters as well as transactions involving the purchase and sale of companies or assets. The A/C/R Legal team has been recognized by various specialized legal publications and for our ongoing work with private and public companies across diverse industries and sizes, as well as shareholders, investors, executives, and boards of directors.

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Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded - Chile

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

ACR elicits notable market praise for its expertise in handling a wide range of corporate and M&A matters in Chile. The team is well placed to assist clients with corporate reorganisations, cross-border transactions and day-to-day corporate matters. The department is frequently seen representing noteworthy clients from the energy, media and technology sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • ACR advised Hemisphere TV on its acquisition of Chilevisión from Paramount Global.

Strengths

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  • ACR demonstrates a very strong ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters in corporate and M&A transactions. They understand not only the legal analysis of a transaction but also its commercial context, risk allocation, negotiation dynamics and the client's needs.

    Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Fernando de Cárcer
    Band 4Fernando de Cárcer

    Fernando de Cárcer

    Department co-head Fernando de Cárcer handles both transactional and non-transactional corporate matters in Chile.

    • Fernando de Cárcer stands out for his direct involvement, business acumen and ability to execute complex matters. He brings technical expertise in corporate and M&A matters and a deep understanding of client priorities.

      Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Luis Felipe Arze
    Band 4Luis Felipe Arze

    Luis Felipe Arze

    Co-head of department Luis Felipe Arze joins the rankings this year after being commended by market interviewees for his corporate and M&A practice in Chile.

    • Luis Felipe Arze stands out for his business acumen and his ability to unblock complex negotiations. He is a partner who not only identifies risks but also proposes creative solutions that enable transactions to proceed efficiently and reach a successful close.

      Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded respondentLatin America
  • Up and ComingSebastián Barros
    Up and ComingSebastián Barros

    Sebastián Barros

    Up-and-coming partner Sebastián Barros enters the rankings this year after receiving strong market praise for his expertise in handling corporate and M&A work in Chile.

    • Sebastián Barros is distinguished by his sound legal judgement and ability to address complex matters in a structured and clear manner. He has a solid analytical approach and is able to translate technical issues into understandable and actionable recommendations.

      Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded respondentLatin America

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