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Claro & Cía

Corporate/M&A: The Elite

Latin America Guide 2027 : Chile

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Claro & Cía

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Claro & Cia takes pride in representing clients in all civil and commercial fields and constantly strives to maintain the most stringent standards of professional achievement.

The firm advises on all aspects of M&A, from due diligence, structuring and negotiation to the drafting and completion of the most complex acquisition agreements, including share and asset deals, cross-border mergers, takeovers and exchange offers of dual listed companies. M&A work represents a substantial part of the Claro’s practice.

Claro & Cia. is a market leader in M&A work involving publicly listed clients or target companies and is often sought after by clients because of its expertise in tender offers, securities laws and corporate governance issues inherent to such transactions.  As such, the firm has participated in most of the landmark transactions in the Chilean market over the past 20 years.

The firm also advises on all corporate matters, including the negotiation of domestic and international agreements for the purchase and sale of goods, distribution strategies, imports and exports, and supply and EPC contracts, among others.

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Corporate/M&A: The Elite - Chile

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What the Team is Known For

Claro & Cía is a market-leading full-service firm that offers highly sophisticated expertise in corporate and M&A matters in Chile. The legal department routinely represents notable names from the aviation, energy, automotive, and food and beverage industries in high-profile corporate transactions, including takeovers, cross-border mergers and exchange offers. The legal team is also well placed to advise clients on corporate governance issues and corporate restructuring. Claro & Cía's expertise further extends to the negotiation of commercial agreements and distribution strategies.

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Work Highlights

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  • Claro & Cía represented LATAM Airlines Group in the structuring and implementation of a series of secondary share offerings carried out by its shareholders, involving the sale of American depositary shares.

Strengths

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  • Claro & Cía's team takes a pragmatic approach, balancing risks and benefits to provide efficient and commercially focused advice. With expertise across multiple industries, the team works collaboratively and remains consistently focused on delivering outstanding service and exceptional work product.

    Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America

  • Claro & Cía's team is recognised for its focus and meticulous attention to detail in transactions, and for us, it is extremely important to have peace of mind that its lawyers conduct a meticulous review of every aspect. I have rarely seen this level of diligence and attention to detail at other law firms, and they are also highly skilled negotiators.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • José María Eyzaguirre Baeza
    José María Eyzaguirre Baeza

    José María Eyzaguirre Baeza

    Renowned partner and head of department José María Eyzaguirre Baeza is a leading figure in the Chilean corporate arena and stands out for his adept handling of highly complex domestic and cross-border mandates across a range of sectors, including landmark cases in aviation.

    • José María Eyzaguirre Baeza is a highly capable lawyer with the experience and judgement to navigate complex M&A situations. He contributes not only as a lawyer but also as a commercially minded member of the team. He inspires a great deal of confidence, proactively identifies key issues and risks, and is always available when needed.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America

    • José María Eyzaguirre Baeza helps us navigate complex situations and has a keen understanding of the various interests at play in different transactions. He has a strategic mindset, takes a strategy-driven approach, and remains firmly focused on the client's objectives and success.

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  • Rodrigo Ochagavía
    Rodrigo Ochagavía

    Rodrigo Ochagavía

    Standout partner Rodrigo Ochagavía has a leading position in the Chilean market for his track record in complex corporate matters. He is often sought out to advise on sophisticated transactions on behalf of Chilean and international companies in the energy sector.

    • Rodrigo Ochagavía successfully structures and completes numerous complex commercial, corporate and contractual transactions, demonstrating an exceptional ability to overcome negotiation impasses and align stakeholder interests. His expertise, combined with a strategic and pragmatic approach, makes him one of the most well-rounded and trusted lawyers in the country in these areas.

      Corporate/M&A: The Elite respondentLatin America

    • Rodrigo Ochagavía consistently provides outstanding legal support. He combines deep technical expertise with a high degree of sophistication, delivering strategic advice that is both commercially astute and legally robust.

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  • Juan León
    Juan León

    Juan León

    Partner Juan León is well regarded by clients and peers alike for his solid advice on corporate matters in Chile. He handles corporate restructuring and M&A transactions.

    • Juan León is a highly capable lawyer with the experience and judgement to navigate complex M&A situations. He contributes not only as a lawyer but also as a commercially minded member of the team, inspiring confidence, proactively identifying risks and key issues, and always being available when needed.

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  • José María Eyzaguirre Fernández
    José María Eyzaguirre Fernández

    José María Eyzaguirre Fernández

    José María Eyzaguirre Fernández continues to obtain remarkable praise from clients for his support on corporate transactions and M&A in Chile, including cross-border deals.

    • José María Eyzaguirre Fernández serves as a trusted counsellor, providing strategic guidance on major transactions, commercial matters and corporate governance issues.

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  • Matías de Marchena
    Matías de Marchena

    Matías de Marchena

    Partner Matías de Marchena is a noteworthy practitioner in the corporate sphere in Chile. He often assists companies with cross-border M&A transactions and corporate mandates.

    • Matías de Marchena stands out for his impressive negotiation skills and the strength of his strategic and conceptual advice.

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