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Carey

TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)

Latin America Guide 2026 : Chile


Carey

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About

Provided by Carey

Aware that in this fast-paced information age, companies must adapt quickly, or risk disappearing, Carey provides comprehensive legal, commercial, practical and innovative support to its TMT clients. Developments in telecommunications, media and technology have opened the door for a whole new scope of legal challenges.

Carey specialises in all matters related to telecommunications, media and technology projects and services, including technology contracting, net neutrality, the Internet of Things (IoT), online content transmission (OTT), online platforms, cloud technologies, robotics, blockchains, smart contracts, algorithms and artificial intelligence.

The firm has extensive regulation experience including advice on implementing new technologies and software that integrate communications through devices and infrastructure, such as antennas, cables and fiber optics, satellites, mobile phones, radios, servers and tactical technologies, among others.

In addition, Carey has experience in procedures to obtain concessions, licenses and permits for telecommunications services, their amendments and cancellation. This includes mobile and fixed communications, telecommunications infrastructure, satellite services, data transmission, radio communications, M2M, VoIP, link concentration, long distance communications, radio, open television, digital and cable television, broadcasting, etc. 

Chambers Review

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TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology) - Chile

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Carey is an esteemed full-service powerhouse boasting expertise spanning the full TMT spectrum in Chile. The law firm regularly advises clients on sector-related regulatory matters, contractual mandates, and complex broadband issues. The legal team is also adept at handling data protection matters, as well as assisting with permits and concessions. Carey's client portfolio encompasses a noteworthy range of international and Chilean entities from the technology, telecoms and media arenas, as well as finance and insurance.

Work Highlights

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  • Carey advised Starlink on regulatory and other matters related to the provision of its non-geostationary low Earth orbit satellite internet services in Chile.

Strengths

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  • Carey's lawyers are among the best in Latin America. They are extremely attentive, hardworking and proactive. They are always available and eager to address any issue brought to their attention.

    TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology) respondentLatin America
  • The lawyers at Carey have varied and robust capabilities that enable them to address complex challenges.

    TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology) respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Alfonso Silva
    Band 1Alfonso Silva

    Alfonso Silva

    Leading practitioner Alfonso Silva co-heads the firm's TMT department and boasts an acclaimed reputation in the Chilean telecommunications market. He acts for a number of household names in a range of regulatory and transactional matters related to the telecommunications, technology and media sectors.

    • Alfonso Silva, who is a highly respected senior adviser, is exceptionally versatile and has a deep knowledge of regulations and their evolution. He is like a walking encyclopaedia.

      TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology) respondentLatin America
    • Alfonso Silva is an experienced practitioner with considerable seniority and is widely recognised by private companies for his outstanding work.

      TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology) respondentLatin America
  • Band 1Eduardo Martin
    Band 1Eduardo Martin

    Eduardo Martin

    Eduardo Martin is a distinguished practitioner in the Chilean TMT sector who garners praise from clients and peers alike for his experience in the field. He frequently advises clients on regulatory and competition matters, especially those concerning the telecommunications industry.
    • Eduardo Martin is a highly knowledgeable lawyer who can come up with creative solutions.

      TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology) respondentLatin America
    • Eduardo Martin is a brilliant lawyer with extensive expertise in regulated markets.

      TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology) respondentLatin America
  • Band 3Guillermo Carey
    Band 3Guillermo Carey

    Guillermo Carey

    Partner Guillermo Carey is noted for his experience advising clients on technology law and regulation, as well as digital services.

    • Guillermo Carey is a highly effective and strategic lawyer who gets straight to the point. He has a strong ability to design targeted strategies to achieve objectives backed by strong legal expertise.

      TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology) respondentLatin America

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