Capital Markets

What the team is known for

Top-tier practice representing major corporate issuers and first-level underwriters in sophisticated securities offerings. Team is well versed in assisting clients with securitisations, derivatives and high-value international bond issuances. Offers additional capabilities advising on the registration and placement of private equity funds in the Chilean market, allowing foreign investors to trade in local securities. Energía Llaima, Actis and Tecno Fast are new client wins for the firm.

Strengths

Clients value the service provided by the firm and highlight "the experience in transactions in cross-border operations, its contacts, and its customer focus. The priority is to solve the problem for the client." Another source states: "It is very good to see their constant support on the issues, as they give alternatives when one does not see where to go. There is a very strong commitment to the interests and needs of the client."

Work highlights

Represented AES Gener in the issuance and sale to Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan Securities, and Merrill Lynch of USD550 million 7.125% junior subordinated capital notes, due 2079.

Notable practitioners

"Good lawyer" and experienced partner Felipe Larraín is recognised by market commentators for being very active advising clients on a variety of equity capital markets transactions.

According to a client, dynamic partner José Luis Ambrosy is "a professional of the highest level, with special negotiation skills. I feel that he applies his knowledge in these areas very well, complex things become easy to carry out ,and that for a company is very important. He has clear concepts and strategies."

Co-head of department Rodrigo Ochagavía is highlighted by market onlookers for his longstanding experience in the market. He possesses proven expertise in complex transactions regarding project finance and project bonds, as well as IPOs and follow-on offerings.