Latin America Guide 2026 : Chile
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Provided by Fuensalida & Del Valle
Fuensalida & Del Valle is a tax boutique law firm founded by lawyers Carolina Fuensalida and Jaime Del Valle, renowned tax and corporate law specialists. Cristóbal Ureta and Trinidad Fernández have become partners at the firm, with Cristóbal leading the corporate team and Trinidad joining the tax team. Today, we have more than 17 lawyers, all specializing in complex tax matters.
The firm offers broad experience in tax advisory on corporate and patrimonial matters, tax planning, capital markets taxation as well as related tax litigation.
We provide highly sophisticated, bespoke advice in our areas of practice, adapting to our client’s needs from a commercial and innovative point of view, resulting in a comprehensive and committed service.
The firm’s partners are deeply involved in public policy and academia, which gives them a sought-after unique perspective and technical updated knowledge. Client roster is made up of international companies, as well as some of the main economic groups in Chile and largest family offices in the country.
The firm’s tax advisory practice covers both the transactional and litigation aspects of tax law, including tax planning and structuring, advice on incorporations, acquisitions, reorganisations and wealth planning.
Fuensalida & Del Valle has thus become one of the most required tax law firms in the Chilean market since its foundation in 2014.
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Fuensalida y Del Valle is a highly regarded boutique that retains expertise across the spectrum of tax mandates in the Chilean market. The Santiago-based team is well equipped to advise on litigation proceedings before the IRS. Fuensalida y Del Valle's lawyers are also frequently instructed by international and Chilean clients to assist with tax structuring and the tax aspects of M&A transactions and bond issuances.
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Fuensalida & Del Valle has an efficient team that delivers high-quality work, along with tremendously personalised attention and strategy.
Fuensalida & Del Valle's team stands out for their vast knowledge of tax matters, enabling them to provide highly specialised and up-to-date advice in a dynamic and complex market.
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Noteworthy partner Carolina Fuensalida Merino is singled out by market commentators, who remark on the quality of her tax work in Chile, drawing on from her experience in the Chilean Ministry of Finance. She is widely recommended her for her assistance on controversial tax matters and corporate tax consultancies.
Carolina Fuensalida Merino not only has exceptional technical knowledge, but she also handles regulatory issues very well, which makes her advice very complete and practical.
Carolina Fuensalida Merino is extraordinarily brilliant. She has deep knowledge, provides impressive delivery and is empathetic.
Renowned partner Jaime Del Valle is highly regarded for his work advising clients on the international aspects of tax law, with expertise spanning contentious and non-contentious matters.
It's a privilege to work with Jaime Del Valle. His business vision and experience are key when handling work with him.
Jaime Del Valle is an excellent lawyer. He stands out for his knowledge and quality of his responses, which gives us confidence.
Cristóbal Ureta attracts strong commendation for his involvement in tax law in Chile. He reportedly handles complex mandates, specialising in providing counsel to local organisations.
Cristóbal is an excellent lawyer, who not only integrates tax knowledge but also has a strategic understanding of business dynamics. He identifies opportunities and risks to develop excellent plans.
Up-and-coming partner Trinidad Fernández operates an active tax practice in Chile, advising clients in corporate taxation and tax disputes. She has a strong handling of complex taxation aspects.
Trinidad Fernández has a remarkable ability to offer innovative and strategic solutions. She has a wealth of experience and extensive knowledge that allows her to tackle complex matters.
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Diego Fuensalida
Felipe Fernández
Irene Barros
José Ignacio Hissi
Magdalena Cousiño
Pelayo Valdivia
Patricio De la Fuente
Benjamín Viveros
Agustín Lathrop
Francisca Valenzuela
Catalina Yánez
Augusto Blume
Sebastián Valdivia
Carolina Fuensalida Merino
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