Latin America Guide 2027 : Chile
Ranked Individuals
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DLA Piper is a well-known international law firm that enjoys a strong reputation for representing buyers and sellers in M&A transactions in the Chilean market. The legal team is frequently retained by companies from the energy and technology fields, and is well versed in the structuring of foreign investments and shareholder agreements. DLA Piper also advises on public bidding processes.
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DLA Piper advised Howden on the acquisition of Ureta y Fernández Corredores de Seguros involving transaction structuring, due diligence and the negotiation of acquisition documentation.
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DLA Piper's team stand out not only for their technical expertise in corporate and M&A matters but also for their ability to understand the business context behind each transaction and anticipate risks and critical issues at an early stage. The team is also distinguished by a high level of partner involvement, clear and timely communication, and a practical, problem-solving approach.
DLA Piper's added value is that they know our business and company as if they were part of our own team. This allows them to speak with authority and sufficient knowledge to defend our interests convincingly.
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Head of department MatÃas Zegers is well versed in corporate governance and a wide range of transactional matters in Chile, including cross-border M&A. He additionally boasts an acclaimed practice in the venture capital space.
MatÃas Zegers possesses deep expertise in the corporate and M&A space and stays actively involved throughout every stage of a transaction and across all workstreams. His hands-on approach and strategic insight bring significant value to the deal process.
MatÃas Zegers is an outstanding lawyer with deep transactional experience who adds value to deals by identifying the key issues in a pragmatic, non-alarmist manner and helping us work through negotiation challenges and impasses effectively.
Skilled partner Jorge Timmermann continues to be recognised for his key role in corporate matters and cross-border M&A deals in Chile.
Jorge Timmermann stands out for his high level of commitment, availability and responsiveness, always maintaining clear and timely communication, even in demanding environments. He demonstrates a solid technical grasp of complex corporate and M&A matters.
Associate-to-watch Jacinta Irarrazabal continues to receive notable recognition from clients for her work on M&A and share purchase agreements in Chile.
We are very impressed with Jacinta Irarrazabal's work. She is really proactive and professional throughout.
Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded
Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded
Corporate/M&A: Highly Regarded
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Practice area: Corporate/M&A
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