TMT (Telecoms, Media, Technology)
Latin America Guide 2025 : Chile
Band 3
About
Provided by Cariola Díez Pérez-Cotapos
Our firm permanently advises local clients and several of the world’s largest technology companies on legal aspects related to information technology, telecommunications and data protection.
We have a unique niche of highly specialized lawyers with deep knowledge in technology, including internet, electronic signature, software and licensing, databases, SaaS and cloud computing, cryptography and data security, among others.
This has allowed our team to participate in some of the most important technology and telecommunications infrastructure projects in Chile, as well as in large transactions involving rights to exploit content in different media and platforms.
With respect to privacy and data protection, we offer comprehensive services ranging from the preparation and review of policies, adaptation of processes in companies required by the General Regulation on Data Protection of the European Union, audits on regulatory compliance, processing of commercial information and credit scores, to the completion of inventories and records of data activities.
We are proud to have among our clients several technological startups and in addition our firm is part of the Corporate Network of Startup Chile.
Finally, the Technology, Privacy and Media group has been designed and trained to work collaboratively and efficiently with other practice areas of our firm, highlighting the successful performance in litigation with information technology components.
Chambers Review
Cariola Díez Pérez-Cotapos is a well-regarded practice in Chile with TMT experience spanning regulatory, competition and contentious issues. The telecoms practitioners are experienced in advising international and Chilean clients on licensing, concession and data protection matters, as well as mandates related to e-commerce. Access Now and Blue Express count among their key clients.
Work Highlights
- Cariola Díez Pérez-Cotapos advised WBD on the acquisition and operating rights of CNN Chile by Carey Media Holdings.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Cariola Díez Pérez-Cotapos has a very coordinated team who complement each other's knowledge. They deliver prompt and effective solutions, anticipating potential client challenges."
"Cariola Díez Pérez-Cotapos has a very coordinated team who complement each other's knowledge. They deliver prompt and effective solutions, anticipating potential client challenges."
Notable Practitioners
Partner Rodrigo Lavados co-leads the department and garners particular recognition for his technology and fintech advice in Chile. He also has expertise in data privacy laws and cybersecurity matters.
"Rodrigo Lavados excels in managing personal data protection issues and has in-depth knowledge of local concerns."