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Carey

Venture Capital

Latin America Guide 2027 : Chile


Carey

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About

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Carey has vast experience in Venture Capital advising both domestic and international clients from their initial stages until their internationalisation process. The firm works on all kinds of VC financing through an interdisciplinary approach, aiming to become a strategic advisor to entrepreneurs and young companies, assisting them on each stage of their growth, including seed capital, early stage / Series A rounds, late stage / growth equity rounds, venture debt, angel rounds, due diligence, corporate governance issues, and tax planning.

In this area, Carey also advises investment funds on their formation process and on the search for the most effective structures to meet the needs of investors and organisations that provide them with financial resources.

In addition, the firm has a commercial office in Miami, which focuses on this type of investments, as well as start-ups, family offices and funds, with the purpose to serve as a bridge for Chilean clients, assisting them on their international investments and operations, including the structuring of the process as well as on the soft-landing of clients who are starting operations beyond passive investments.

Carey’s lawyers are frequently invited as speakers in Venture Capital seminars, and they also write for local and international publications related to this area.

Chambers Review

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Venture Capital - Chile

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Carey is an elite full-service law firm with a leading venture capital department in the Chilean market. The Santiago-based team is frequently instructed by major domestic and international investment funds, startups and angel investors to advise on all stages of financing, including seed capital, Series A funding and growth investments. Carey's lawyers are also well equipped to assist unicorns and institutional investors from the biotechnology, energy and fintech industries.

Work Highlights

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  • Carey advised CMPC Ventures on a Series D investment in a UK-based startup developing biodegradable paper bottles.

Strengths

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  • Carey is the best-prepared firm for venture capital matters in Chile. The team's outstanding service and in-depth knowledge truly stand out.

    Venture Capital respondentLatin America
  • Carey provides specialised advisory services to assess risks and support decision-making in venture capital matters in Chile. The team not only offers strong legal expertise but also demonstrates an essential understanding of commercial synergies.

    Venture Capital respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Francisco Guzmán
    Band 1Francisco Guzmán

    Francisco Guzmán

    Front-running partner Francisco Guzmán heads Carey's venture capital group and enjoys a solid reputation in the Chilean venture capital space. He offers premier advice to both startups and investors on transactions throughout the investment life-cycle.

    • Francisco Guzmán is an undisputed leader in venture capital. His technical knowledge is second to none, and his extensive practical experience across a wide range of transactions is evident.

      Venture Capital respondentLatin America
    • Francisco Guzmán is an excellent partner whose judgement, clarity in resolving complex issues and direct involvement at key moments inspire absolute trust.

      Venture Capital respondentLatin America
  • Associates to watchAndrés Latorre
    Associates to watchAndrés Latorre

    Andrés Latorre

    Associate-to-watch Andrés Latorre demonstrates a highly active venture capital practice in Chile and attracts praise from clients for his technical expertise.

    • It's a pleasure to work with Andrés Latorre. He combines impeccable technical expertise with great strategic vision.

      Venture Capital respondentLatin America

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