Dispute Resolution: White-Collar Crime

Bascuñán Barra Awad Contreras Schürmann houses a strong dispute resolution team with solid experience in white-collar crime cases in Chile and which is regularly retained by key clients from a range of industries including banking and finance, mining and engineering. The team offers expertise that includes criminal investigations into fraud, as well as embezzlement and disloyal administration.

"Bascuñán Barra Awad Contreras Schürmann has one of the strongest teams in criminal law in the country, both in practical experience and theoretical knowledge. This gives them an edge on complex and sophisticated matters."

"They are good negotiators with counterparties and creative when it comes to mediating and seeking solutions. Their know-how of all technical aspects of the Chilean legal-criminal space is very comprehensive."

Co-head of department Marcos Contreras Enos is lauded for his adept handling of white-collar crime matters pertaining to criminal fraud, embezzlement, tax crimes and cybercrimes in Chile. "Marcos Contreras Enos is an outstanding criminal lawyer in Chile. He is very fast and gives straightforward answers without wasting time."

Co-head of department Alejandro Awad gets extensive client praise for his representation in financial crime matters including embezzlement, criminal fraud and disloyal administration. "Alejandro Awad is always very available, and has great knowledge of the area. He also has the sensitivity to communicate the client's situation to them, explaining the strategy and helping clients make the best decisions."

Miguel Schurmann Opazo offers clients a wealth of experience in contentious matters, including specialised expertise in white-collar crime defence such as fraud, bribery and misappropriation. "Miguel Schurmann Opazo is a juggernaut in the white-collar crime space. I am blown away by how he approaches the cases, coordinating other lawyers, the client and the prosecution while maintaining a very clear and specific strategy that results in a complete success."

Up-and-coming partner Esteban Barra co-leads Bascuñán Barra Awad Contreras Schürmann's civil and commercial dispute practice in Chile. Interviewees note particular expertise in health-related matters. "Esteban Barra is a very intelligent lawyer, who has extensive knowledge of the law and vast experience in conflict resolution. He is also very creative, always looking for the most efficient alternative to resolve the conflict."