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Carey

Corporate/M&A: The Elite

Latin America Guide 2027 : Chile


Carey

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Carey is a market leader in structuring mergers and acquisitions and has been consistently highlighted by important publications in this area. Carey advises a wide range of clients, such as multinationals, funds and foreign companies investing for the first time in Chile, along with local and Latin American companies expanding their businesses throughout Chile and the region.


Carey advises clients on all aspects of the negotiation process, including the efficient structuring of taxes related to the transaction, investment financing, advising on corporate governance, establishing collaborative agreements between companies such as joint ventures and strategic alliances and the development of business relationships between the different parties involved in a project.


Carey advises public and private companies (of different sizes and industries), shareholders and investors, managers, boards of directors and board committees, on a full range of corporate governance matters, including compliance under local law and best practises; shareholders agreements; governance policies; corporate purpose and responsibility; related party transactions; board and committee composition and processes; board evaluation, succession and removal processes and policies; new director orientation; executive compensation planning and disclosure; reporting and disclosure, and crisis management.

Clients (12)

  • Enel
  • Hapag-Lloyd
  • PSP Investments
  • Sonnedix
  • Larraín Vial
  • Grupo Axo
  • IFC and Calverton
  • Christus Health
  • Masisa
  • Mountain Capital Partners
  • Nabiax
  • Fluor

Industries (13)

  • Energy
  • International Trade
  • Investments
  • Funds
  • Private Equity
  • Retail
  • Banking and Finance
  • Health and Digital Health
  • Wood, Cellulose and Paper
  • Hospitality
  • Real Estate
  • Telecommunications
  • Construction and Engineering

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - Chile

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Carey is a revered full-service powerhouse that possesses a highly skilled corporate department at the forefront of major transactions in Chile. The law firm enjoys a strong bench of renowned practitioners noted for advising leading multinational clients on cross-border M&A deals, including complex mergers, share purchase agreements and divestitures. The legal team benefits from its extensive experience advising private equity funds on the structuring of investments. Carey also acts as a strategic partner for major companies, assisting with commercial alliances, such as joint ventures and company incorporations.

Work Highlights

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  • Carey advised CVC Capital Partners on the Chilean law aspects of its acquisition of a 20% stake in International Schools Partnership.

Strengths

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  • Carey is a highly sophisticated full-service firm with exceptional depth. In our experience, it is among the strongest firms in Chile for advising on the most complex and challenging matters.

    Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America
  • Carey demonstrates a deep understanding of the financial and strategic implications of each clause. Their ability to handle highly complex matters while maintaining a unified commercial vision is exceptional.

    Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleJaime Carey
    Senior StatespeopleJaime Carey

    Jaime Carey

    Senior statesperson Jaime Carey maintains distinguished long-standing experience in various legal domains, including the Chilean corporate arena.

    • Jaime Carey is undoubtedly a role model for those working in the Chilean corporate and M&A sphere.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America
  • Eminent PractitionersPablo Iacobelli
    Eminent PractitionersPablo Iacobelli

    Pablo Iacobelli

    Eminent practitioner and managing partner Pablo Iacobelli counsels prominent clients in connection with M&A transactions such as acquisitions as well as related regulatory work. He co-heads the firm's corporate department.

    • Pablo Iacobelli is a key player in Carey's corporate and M&A team.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America
  • Band 1Cristián Eyzaguirre
    Band 1Cristián Eyzaguirre

    Cristián Eyzaguirre

    Standout partner Cristián Eyzaguirre co-heads the firm's M&A group and garners solid recognition for his prowess in the corporate market in Chile. He routinely handles M&A for both national and international clients.

    • Cristián Eyzaguirre stands out for his ability to structure complex transactions, his excellent communication skills, and his unwavering focus on the business objectives and needs of his clients.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America
    • Cristián Eyzaguirre is a standout figure in Chile and one of the top corporate lawyers in the market. I work with him directly on a wide range of strategic matters.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America
  • Band 1Salvador Valdés
    Band 1Salvador Valdés

    Salvador Valdés

    Outstanding co-head of department Salvador Valdés is a highly trusted adviser for international and local investors operating in Chile. He has experience advising on transactions across a range of sectors, including mining, energy and pharmaceuticals.

    • Salvador Valdés is unquestionably one of the top M&A lawyers in Chile, and I would not consider pursuing an important M&A transaction in the country without his involvement. His experience in handling sophisticated and complex transactions is outstanding.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America
    • We greatly appreciate Salvador Valdés' approach to transactional work. He has a strong ability to understand the scope of a deal, keep transactions streamlined while aligning them with our goals and provide commercially minded advice, making him a trusted partner with strong business acumen and a deep understanding of our business.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America
  • Band 2Francisco Ugarte
    Band 2Francisco Ugarte

    Francisco Ugarte

    Co-head of department Francisco Ugarte is an esteemed practitioner in the corporate sphere in Chile. He routinely represents clients from the financial services and manufacturing sectors in M&A transactions.
    • Francisco Ugarte's in-depth knowledge of the Chilean M&A market is a significant asset in our negotiations.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America
  • Band 3Jorge Ugarte
    Band 3Jorge Ugarte

    Jorge Ugarte

    Co-head of department Jorge Ugarte enjoys a robust practice within the corporate and M&A market in Chile. He is experienced in M&A and often advises on transactions in the infrastructure and hospitality sectors, among others.

    • Jorge Ugarte stands out for his strategic vision and pragmatism at the negotiating table. He quickly understands the financial implications of an agreement and plays a key role in facilitating complex closings, while maintaining a level of technical rigour and professionalism that inspires great confidence.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Alejandra Daroch
    Band 4Alejandra Daroch

    Alejandra Daroch

    Noteworthy partner Alejandra Daroch continues to garner recognition from peers and clients alike for her capabilities in corporate transactions. She frequently advises clients on acquisitions across a range of sectors.

    • Alejandra Daroch combines deep technical expertise in complex transactions with responsiveness, clarity and strong business acumen. She is exactly the kind of lawyer you want by your side when a deal becomes particularly challenging.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Cristián Figueroa
    Band 4Cristián Figueroa

    Cristián Figueroa

    Co-head of department Cristián Figueroa comes recommended by clients for his adept handling of corporate matters, including corporate restructuring and M&A in Chile.

    • Cristián Figueroa stands out for his strong business acumen, creativity and dependability. He is an excellent negotiator and a trusted adviser who is consistently accessible and approachable.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America
  • Band 5Patricia Silberman
    Band 5Patricia Silberman

    Patricia Silberman

    Experienced partner Patricia Silberman is praised by market commentators for her activity on corporate matters, joint ventures and M&A in Chile.

    • Patricia Silberman is a very good lawyer in the Chilean corporate space.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America

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