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DLA Piper LLP (US)

Venture Capital

Latin America Guide 2027 : Chile


DLA Piper LLP (US)

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Venture Capital - Chile

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper is a highly revered full-service law firm with a standout venture capital practice that is based in Santiago. The legal team is highly skilled in assisting major Chilean and international emerging companies and venture capital funds with capital raising and regulatory matters. DLA Piper is equally adept at advising on angel investment, seed funding and Series A financing rounds for entrepreneurs and Chilean unicorns in the technology sector.

Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper represented AgendaPro in a Series B investment round for its parent company.

Strengths

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  • DLA Piper is extraordinary in venture capital matters and consistently remains at the forefront of the market. The team are highly responsive and always ready to help.

    Venture Capital respondentLatin America
  • DLA Piper not only master the legal aspects but also understand the business, the risks and the emotional and financial dynamics of venture capital matters. They are highly focused on delivering solutions that are swift and insightful.

    Venture Capital respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Matías Zegers
    Band 1Matías Zegers

    Matías Zegers

    Top-tier practitioner Matías Zegers leads the venture capital group at DLA Piper and is widely recognised as a renowned figure in the Chilean venture capital ecosystem. He is praised for proficiency acting on behalf of venture capital funds and emerging companies in Chile, offering specialised expertise in deals from seed funding to exit transactions.
    • Matías stands out for his ability to navigate complex issues with clarity and for his consistently innovation-driven approach. He helps us make informed decisions while always keeping our real-world business context in mind.

      Venture Capital respondentLatin America
    • Matías Zegers is a fundamental pillar of our growth and a constant source of support at crucial moments. His unique ability to combine legal sophistication, strategic vision and professional empathy makes all the difference.

      Venture Capital respondentLatin America
  • Associates to watchJosé Ignacio Marín
    Associates to watchJosé Ignacio Marín

    José Ignacio Marín

    Associate-to-watch José Ignacio Marín continues to receive extensive market recognition due to his presence in Chile's venture capital arena. He maintains a highly active practice, frequently assisting clients with investment rounds and regulatory matters.

    • José Ignacio Marín's technical rigour inspires immediate confidence. His advice is not only sound but also deeply insightful.

      Venture Capital respondentLatin America
  • Associates to watchPilar Ay
    Associates to watchPilar Ay

    Pilar Ay

    Associate-to-watch Pilar Ay is praised for her work supporting venture capital funds and early-stage company clients on each step of the venture capital life-cycle in Chile.

    • Pilar Ay combines exceptional responsiveness with a strong grasp of complex venture capital matters. She has excellent business acumen and consistently provides relevant and focused advice.

      Venture Capital respondentLatin America

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