FinTech Legal - Chile
What the team is known for
HD Legal is a respected Chilean firm that advises clients on crypto-asset exchange, crowdfunding and alternative financing arrangements and payment processing projects. The firm is also well regarded for its capital markets and corporate/M&A expertise.
Strengths
"They have very good knowledge especially in compliance and finance matters, combined with a very business-oriented approach which allows them to handle complex matters."
"They have a top-notch team that allows them to address sophisticated issues correctly and in a timely manner according to their client's needs."
"They have a team with vast knowledge and high competence, who provide comprehensive and sophisticated advice."
Work highlights
HD Legal advised Orion X, a Chilean cryptocurrency platform, in an antitrust case against ten banks for alleged abuse of dominant positions for excluding the company from the digital payment market.
Notable practitioners
Matías Langevín advises a range of clients, including startups and established financial institutions. His work includes funding rounds, the establishment of lending operations and open banking agreements. "Matías Langevín is a very driven and effective lawyer." "Matías is one of the best law professionals I have worked with. His knowledge about the finance sector and its regulations not only in Chile but also worldwide is really amazing." "His work is impeccable for the service he delivers, for the timeliness of his responses and for his technical and specialised knowledge. He also has a great capacity for analysis that allows him to see the needs and requirements of his clients from different angles, which enables him to give his clients comprehensive advice."