Competition/Antitrust
Latin America Guide 2025 : Chile
Band 4
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Provided by Morales & Besa
Morales & Besa Antitrust/Competition practice covers all areas of competition law, including highly complex litigation before the Competition Tribunal (TDLC) and the Supreme Court as well as investigations by the Fiscalía Nacional Económica (FNE).
Our team is also well known for our experience in merger control matters, including the negotiation and implementation of remedies in phase 2 investigations.
Our antitrust/competition practice is also in handling internal investigations and audits and in the design of compliance programs.
Chambers Review
Morales & Besa offers a noteworthy competition practice in Chile that is recognised for its activity advising on investigations filed by the FNE and merger control matters, as well as on preventive strategies and disputes related to the rigging of public bids. The practice group is also adept at handling high-profiletransactional cases and cartel investigations. Morales & Besa frequently assists clients from a range of industries, from automotive and retail to food manufacturing.
Work Highlights
- Morales & Besa advised Cerro Dominador Inversiones, in the pre-merger filing of the transfer of a stake in its property to Brookfield Asset Management. The transaction was cleared by the FNE.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Morales & Besa always have the correct answer to complex matters. They are business-oriented, always looking for a way to solve problems, and are always ahead of time and prepared to respond."
"Morales & Besa always have the correct answer to complex matters. They are business-oriented, always looking for a way to solve problems, and are always ahead of time and prepared to respond."
Notable Practitioners
Head of department María José Henríquez represents clients in merger clearance processes and antitrust proceedings before the Chilean competition authorities.
"María José Henríquez delivers profound knowledge and practical analysis in competition matters. She is very involved, dedicated and always complies with deadlines."