FinTech Legal - Chile
What the team is known for
DLA Piper is an international firm that advises FinTechs on a wide variety of regulatory issues, including those concerning crypto-asset trading and the development of payment platforms, as well as on contractual matters. It also assists with investment mandates and negotiations with venture capital funds.
Strengths
"DLA Piper are excellent at handling complex matters."
"They have a very good team all with different expertise."
"They are a full-service shop with specialists in each relevant area, and are always very fast and flexible in how they work."
Work highlights
DLA Piper advised Block Capital, a cryptocurrency investment platform, on regulatory matters with regard to its establishment in the Chilean market.
Notable practitioners
Matías Zegers is co-managing partner of DLA Piper Chile. He leads the firm's corporate/M&A practice in the country and is particularly well known for his venture capital work. "Matías is extremely experienced and knowledgeable - he is our trusted adviser."