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Latin America Guide 2025 : Chile
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Provided by Barros & Errázuriz Abogados
Barros & Errázuriz is an undisputed leader in the real estate business with a portfolio of clients that includes the most prominent real estate and construction companies in the country.
The advise in this matter includes the planning of the respective project –in conjunction with the clients– and the design of the best development structure. Among other efforts, it is worth mentioning the formation of plots of land, their purchase, subdivision, and division into lots; title deed studies; corporate aspects in the formation of associations or consortiums for their development; design of the tax structure adjusted to each project; aspects related to permits and authorizations of municipal, ministerial, and other agencies; financing of projects, design of a system of operation and co-ownership; specific regulatory advice and analysis in matters of urban development and, in general, all appropriate matters up to the project’s full commercialization.
Our experience includes projects of a diverse nature, such as housing, commercial, infrastructure and development, in rural areas or areas with special regulations. In addition, our firm provides specific advice in the field of planning and construction regulations, having participated in legal proceedings arising from their application.
Chambers Review
Barros & Errázuriz Abogados has an eminent team acting across the full range of real estate mandates in the Chilean market. The Santiago-based team boasts significant expertise in real estate M&A, project development, financing and the structuring of real estate funds. Barros & Errázuriz's lawyers are also adept at advising on important regulatory issues, along with real estate-related contentious proceedings. The firm's impressive client portfolio encompasses real estate investment funds, banking and financial institutions and retail corporations.
Work Highlights
- Barros & Errázuriz advised Fondo de Inversión LarrainVial Rentas Residenciales on the negotiation and acquisition of 100% of the shares of Inmobiliaria Edificio Pasaje Lira to Paz Corp.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Barros & Errázuriz Abogados understood very well our strategy, suggesting proposals and recommendations that were complementary to our business model."
"Barros & Errázuriz Abogados' team has a good business vision and capacity to identify the associated risks. I would also highlight its proactivity."
"Barros & Errázuriz Abogados understood very well our strategy, suggesting proposals and recommendations that were complementary to our business model."
"Barros & Errázuriz Abogados' team has a good business vision and capacity to identify the associated risks. I would also highlight its proactivity."
Notable Practitioners
Co-head of department José Ignacio Ovalle is a seasoned practitioner who has a stellar reputation for his work in the Chilean real estate arena. He offers clients significant expertise in the structuring and development of real estate projects, as well as in judicial and administrative actions related to regulatory and compliance issues.
"José Ignacio Ovalle is a very professional and competent lawyer, with great knowledge and experience in real estate matters."
"José Ignacio is an outstanding lawyer. He is always available, proactive and with a commercial awareness of his client's needs."
Co-head of department Óscar Ruiz-Tagle continues to be lauded by market commentators for his adept handling of real estate financing in Chile.
"Óscar Ruiz-Tagle is a great adviser. He is very practical and proactive in the search for solutions. He understands the real estate business and the industry very well."
Department co-head Patricio Solórzano assists clients with real estate matters in Chile, including real estate M&A and real estate financing as well as regulatory advice.
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