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Barros & Errázuriz Abogados

Capital Markets

Latin America Guide 2026 : Chile


Barros & Errázuriz Abogados

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Provided by Barros & Errázuriz Abogados

With a significant presence in this area, Barros & Errázuriz provides full advice to those companies that need to obtain resources through the issuance and public offering of bonds, shares and other instruments, both in domestic and foreign markets.

The Firm has complete knowledge and experience in the regulations applicable to the issuance of securities, as well as in the other aspects involved in the placement of securities on the market.

Also, the Firm has an important regulatory practice in matters related to the capital market, highlighting its advice on matters of “compliance,” oversight of the authorities, compliance with the current regulatory framework, and defense against charges or administrative sanctions.

The firm has had an active participation in the financing of investment projects of all kinds, participating in important and complex structures of financing of companies, infrastructure projects, real estate projects, among others.

Highlighted is its participation in the operations of opening companies as advisors to the issuer and advising in registrations and placements of bonds and/or trade bills to the aforementioned companies.

On the other hand, the Firm has accompanied local companies in obtaining international financing through 144A Bonds.

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Capital Markets - Chile

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Barros & Errázuriz Abogados has a distinguished capital markets department with a standout team in the field boasting market-leading expertise in the structuring of investments funds. The law firm also advises on private placements and public offerings of securities, representing mutual and public investment fund managers, stockbrokers and investment banks acting as underwriters, as well as major corporate issuers. Barros & Errázuriz Abogados maintains a strong presence in cross-border transactions involving debt securities.

Work Highlights

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  • Barros & Errázuriz Abogados advised Transelec on the registration of two bond issuances, each worth approximately USD239 million, and on the placement of bonds totalling USD146 million.

Strengths

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  • Barros & Errázuriz offers first-rate service, combining deep experience, local presence, and high-quality deliverables with active engagement in the market.

    Capital Markets respondentLatin America
  • Barros & Errázuriz's team has an important handling of the legislation and regulation, which allows them to provide solutions to sophisticated issues.

    Capital Markets respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Luis Alberto Letelier
    Band 1Luis Alberto Letelier

    Luis Alberto Letelier

    Highly regarded partner and co-head of department Luis Alberto Letelier benefits from a significant reputation in the Chilean capital markets field. He is adept at advising asset and fund managers on a wide range of complex capital markets transactions, including the structuring and placement of public investment funds.
    • Luis Alberto Letelier demonstrates strong leadership of work teams, effectively managing and building trust with counterparts.

      Capital Markets respondentLatin America
    • Luis Alberto Letelier has extensive market knowledge, is involved in numerous transactions, and brings a wealth of experience.

      Capital Markets respondentLatin America
  • Band 2Víctor Barros
    Band 2Víctor Barros

    Víctor Barros

    Key partner Víctor Barros focuses his capital markets practice on the issuance of private and public investment funds and bonds in the Chilean market.
    • Víctor Barros has a tremendous work capabilities. He provides clear advice and always puts himself in the client's shoes.

      Capital Markets respondentLatin America

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