Barros & Errázuriz Abogados, Corporate/M&A | Chambers Latin America Profile

About

Provided by Barros & Errázuriz Abogados

Barros & Errázuriz has been consistently recognized as a leading firm in terms of both local and cross-border Mergers and Acquisitions, which has kept us consistently preferred among clients for advising them in their companies’ processes of acquisition, sale or merging.

As part of the advice we offer our clients, we contemplate the different negotiation phases, the legal review of a company or due diligence, and the preparation of all the necessary documentation to close the transaction, including shareholder agreements. Likewise, we have extensive experience in joint ventures.

The acquired prestige has allowed our firm to participate in some of the most relevant merger and acquisition operations carried out in Chile, including, among others, private acquisition processes in national and transnational takeovers, minority share purchases, divestments and corporate restructuring.

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - Chile

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Pre-eminent full-service law firm Barros & Errázuriz Abogados is a pace-setting name in the Chilean M&A space, and boasts a leading position in local and regional acquisitions. The legal department regularly advises on cross-border takeovers of listed companies, acquisitions of controlling and minority interests, and corporate restructuring programmes. The team is also well placed to assist with the establishment of joint ventures and the structuring of private equity transactions. Clients from the financial sector often seek out Barros & Errázuriz Abogados.

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Work Highlights

Barros & Errázuriz Abogados assisted Grupo Security with the sale of 100% of its shares to Bicecorp and subsequent merger process, valued at USD3.1 billion.

Strengths

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Barros & Errázuriz Abogados's team stands out for their in-depth knowledge and international standards. They are strategic, practical and commercially-oriented, adding real value to our transactions.

Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondent
Latin America

Barros & Errázuriz Abogados is defined by attention to detail, responsiveness and commitment to always being available to customers. Each request is a priority and every solution is tailor-made.

Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondent
Latin America

Barros & Errázuriz Abogados is defined by attention to detail, responsiveness and commitment to always being available to customers. Each request is a priority and every solution is tailor-made.

Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondent
Latin America

Notable Practitioners

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Pablo Guerrero

Head of Corporate/M&A

Band 1

Market-leading practitioner and co-head of department Pablo Guerrero enjoys an established position in the M&A and corporate practice area. He is sought out by significant clients to handle complex cross-border and high-ticket M&A transactions.

Pablo Guerrero has an exceptional ability to identify risks and find practical solutions that help move the process forward.

Pablo Guerrero is the best M&A lawyer we have ever worked with.

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Bernardo Simian

Band 2

Respected practitioner and co-head of department Bernardo Simian is based in Santiago and possesses in-depth expertise on M&A and the corporate aspects of both public and private companies.

Bernardo stands out for his deep knowledge and his ability to lead complex operations with attention to detail and efficiency. He’s collaborative and has a clear sense of what matters to us.

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Cristián Barros

Band 6

Solid partner Cristián Barros is a well-regarded practitioner with notable expertise in M&A transactions and cross-border work.

Cristián Barros is a great lawyer with extensive experience in corporate matters.

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Fernando Barros

Band 7

Founding partner Fernando Barros is recognised by market observers for his outstanding experience handling corporate and tax-related mandates in Chile.

Fernando Barros is an excellent lawyer and a skilled negotiator.

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