Latin America Guide 2027 : 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 & 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 & 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's professional level, knowledge and experience are second to none, and the firm is capable of finding innovative solutions to problems. It stands out as the best firm I work with on tax matters.
Fuensalida & Del Valle has a strategic approach, a straightforward style and an ability to resolve complex issues smoothly. These qualities set the firm apart in the industry.
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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 her experience in the Chilean Ministry of Finance. She is widely recommended for her assistance on controversial tax matters and corporate tax consultancies.
Carolina Fuensalida Merino has in-depth and highly developed knowledge of the market and the tax structure. She is extraordinary at what she does.
Carolina Fuensalida Merino is unsurpassed in resolving complex tax issues. She demonstrates a remarkable depth of knowledge of the regulations.
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.
Jaime Del Valle is highly insightful and approachable. He has tremendous business acumen and the ability to manage teams, solve problems and offer clients options.
Jaime Del Valle is highly technical and rigorous in his analysis, with extensive knowledge of tax law and a strong understanding of business realities. He is always up to date, goes the extra mile to meet the clients' needs and explains complex concepts in clear and simple terms.
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 Ureta is a very close partner to his clients. He is extremely pleasant to work with and has great business acumen, which greatly facilitates negotiations.
Trinidad Fernández operates an active tax practice in Chile, advising clients in corporate taxation and tax disputes. She demonstrates strong capabilities in complex taxation matters.
Trinidad Fernández's impressive level of technical knowledge is what I value most, along with her ability to apply it to complex tax matters. She is always available and it is clear that she has a great rapport with her clients, who trust her implicitly.
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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
Cristóbal Ureta
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