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Alarcon- Araya Abogados

Dispute Resolution: White-Collar Crime

Latin America Guide 2027 : Chile


Alarcon- Araya Abogados

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Corporate Defense Against Criminal Risk

Alarcón Araya Abogados delivers comprehensive corporate defense against criminal risks, guiding clients through every phase of criminal proceedings while helping them anticipate and manage exposure before it materializes. The firm's practice spans legal representation in criminal litigation, internal corporate investigations, and risk matrix analysis, complemented by the design, implementation, and certification of Crime Prevention Models.

A distinctive feature of the firm's approach is its use of advanced databases and artificial intelligence to strengthen how information is managed and investigations are monitored, enabling faster and more precise legal responses. This technological edge supports corporate defense strategies built around a clear commercial objective, minimizing the impact of legal proceedings on a company's financial statements while reinforcing the business's own efforts to prevent crime.

The firm advises both individuals and corporate entities, including large enterprises, executives, and employees, across Criminal Law, Corporate Defense, and Criminal Compliance. Its penal litigation practice covers a wide and detailed range of matters, among them: Crimes against property, patrimonial criminal law, and economic criminal law; tax crimes; crimes against physical integrity; offenses committed by public officials; cybercrimes; crimes against sexual freedom; and expert reports on criminal and procedural law.

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Dispute Resolution: White-Collar Crime - Chile

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Noteworthy law firm Alarcon-Araya Abogados receives praise from clients and market commentators for its activity in the white-collar crime market in Chile. The team is well equipped to assist individuals and corporations from the forestry, transport and health sectors. The department is routinely sought after to advise on criminal litigation involving corporate criminal liability as well as economic crimes such as fraud.

Strengths

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  • Alarcon-Araya Abogados has a profound and specialist knowledge of the criminal law ecosystem in Chile. The team has excellent judgement and provides us with great service.

    Dispute Resolution: White-Collar Crime respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Humberto Alarcón
    Band 4Humberto Alarcón

    Humberto Alarcón

    Head of department Humberto Alarcón is recognised for his strong capabilities in contentious criminal matters, including representing clients in investigations involving fraud, misappropriation and disloyal administration.

    • Humberto Alarcón is a highly competent and well-prepared professional who inspires confidence through his handling of any matter entrusted to him.

      Dispute Resolution: White-Collar Crime respondentLatin America
  • Band 5Álvaro Araya
    Band 5Álvaro Araya

    Álvaro Araya

    Partner Álvaro Araya is noted for his experience advising clients on a range of white-collar crime matters in Chile, including criminal investigations and proceedings.

    • Álvaro Araya is very efficient, responding promptly to all inquiries. He is always attentive and ready to help resolve issues as quickly as possible.

      Dispute Resolution: White-Collar Crime respondentLatin America

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