Corporate/M&A: The Elite
Latin America Guide 2025 : Chile
Band 1
About
Provided by Carey
Carey is a market leader in structuring mergers and acquisitions and has been consistently highlighted by important publications in this area. Carey advises a wide range of clients, such as multinationals, funds and foreign companies investing for the first time in Chile, along with local and Latin American companies expanding their businesses throughout Chile and the region.
Carey advises clients on all aspects of the negotiation process, including the efficient structuring of taxes related to the transaction, investment financing, advising on corporate governance, establishing collaborative agreements between companies such as joint ventures and strategic alliances and the development of business relationships between the different parties involved in a project.
Carey advises public and private companies (of different sizes and industries), shareholders and investors, managers, boards of directors and board committees, on a full range of corporate governance matters, including compliance under local law and best practises; shareholders agreements; governance policies; corporate purpose and responsibility; related party transactions; board and committee composition and processes; board evaluation, succession and removal processes and policies; new director orientation; executive compensation planning and disclosure; reporting and disclosure, and crisis management.
Chambers Review
Carey is a revered full-service powerhouse that possesses a highly skilled corporate department at the forefront of major transactions in Chile. The law firm enjoys a strong bench of renowned practitioners noted for advising leading multinational clients on cross-border M&A deals, including complex mergers, share purchase agreements and divestitures. The legal team benefits from its extensive experience advising private equity funds on the structuring of investments. Carey also acts as a strategic partner for major companies, assisting with commercial alliances, such as joint ventures and company incorporations. The Freyja Foundation counts among the practice group's client wins this year.
Work Highlights
- Carey's corporate lawyers advised Pan American Silver on the acquisition of all the issued and outstanding common shares of Yamana Gold for USD4.8 billion.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Carey are always looking for creative and timely solutions. They provide deliverables of the highest technical quality with well-grounded solutions within the agreed deadlines."
"Carey's team is first-class, with top-notch service and responsiveness. They are incredibly agile, taking action when needed."
"Carey are always looking for creative and timely solutions. They provide deliverables of the highest technical quality with well-grounded solutions within the agreed deadlines."
"Carey's team is first-class, with top-notch service and responsiveness. They are incredibly agile, taking action when needed."
Notable Practitioners
Senior statesperson Jaime Carey maintains a distinguished long-standing experience in various legal domains, including the Chilean corporate arena. He is the managing partner at Carey.
"Jaime Carey is an excellent lawyer and handles high-value and complicated matters for us."
Senior statesperson Jorge Carey continues to be considered a key figure in the Chilean corporate market for his extensive experience and influential involvement in the national legal industry.
"Jorge Carey always knows the counterparts, which is of great help in achieving good long-term agreements."
Highly respected co-head of department Salvador Valdés is a highly trusted adviser for international and local investors operating in Chile. He has experience advising on transactions across a range of sectors, including mining, energy and pharmaceuticals.
"Salvador Valdés is a highly experienced lawyer with sharp business insight, delivering thorough solutions to any challenges we encounter."
"Salvador Valdés is somebody in whom we fully trust when assigning delicate matters. He is a well-rounded, knowledgeable lawyer who is easy to work with."
Partner Cristián Eyzaguirre co-heads of the firm's M&A group and garners solid recognition for his prowess in the corporate market in Chile. He routinely handles M&As for both national and international clients.
"Cristián Eyzaguirre provides excellent support and advice, and has a high level of experience in M&A. It is great to work with him, as he is very clear when explaining issues."
Co-head of department Francisco Ugarte is an esteemed practitioner in the corporate sphere in Chile. He routinely represents clients from the financial services and manufacturing sectors in M&A transactions.
"Francisco Ugarte is always at our disposal to tackle complex issues, delivering a high level of sophistication in his practice."
Partner Pablo Iacobelli counsels prominent clients in connection with M&A transactions such as acquisitions as well as related regulatory work. He co-heads the firm's corporate department.
"Pablo Iacobelli is prepared, prudent, creative and very reliable. He shows good judgement in complex transactions."
Co-head of department Jorge Ugarte enjoys a robust practice within the corporate and M&A market in Chile. He is experienced in M&A and often advises on acquisitions in the manufacturing and food processing sectors, among others.
"Jorge Ugarte is a great lawyer with in-depth knowledge and very strong commercial awareness."
Alejandra Daroch continues to garner recognition from peers and clients alike for her capabilities in corporate transactions. She often advises clients on acquisitions across a range of sectors, including energy.
"Alejandra Daroch is always willing to adapt to the needs of our project in a timely manner."
Co-head of department Cristian Figueroa comes highly recommended by clients for his adept handling of corporate matters, including corporate restructuring and M&As in Chile.
"Cristian Figueroa is characterised by his excellent work and commitment in corporate matters in Chile."
Partner Guillermo Acuña provides clients with experience in M&As in Chile. He is noted for his advice on corporate matters in the telecommunications sector.
"Guillermo Acuña is an active and competent lawyer who is business-oriented."
Patricia Silberman joins the rankings this year following praise from clients for her performance on corporate matters, join ventures and M&As in Chile.
"Patricia Silberman is extremely skilled and an excellent negotiator. She has a great mind."
Ranked Lawyers at
Carey
Chile
Members
Provided by Carey
Cristián Figueroa
Francisco Guzmán
Jaime Carey Jr.
Head of Department
Head of Department
Jorge Ugarte
Marcos Ríos
Head of Department
Patricia Silberman
Clients
Provided by Carey
Christus Health
Enel
Fluor
Grupo Axo
Hapag-Lloyd
IFC and Calverton
Larraín Vial
Masisa
Mountain Capital Partners
Nabiax
PSP Investments
Sonnedix
Industries
Provided by Carey
Banking and Finance
Construction and Engineering
Energy
Funds
Health and Digital Health
Hospitality
International Trade
Investments
Private Equity
Real Estate
Retail
Telecommunications
Wood, Cellulose and Paper