Corporate/M&A: The Elite - Chile
What the team is known for
Respected full-service firm Morales & Besa is frequently retained by significant companies and private equity firms to assist with cross-border and Chilean M&A transactions, including acquisitions and joint ventures. The Santiago-based team is commendably active across several industries, such as energy, mining, technology, and food and beverages. The lawyers are experienced in advising local companies and foreign investors on acquisitions, corporate restructuring mandates and joint ventures.
Strengths
"Morales & Besa is a good supporting counsel for M&A negotiations, and they understand the commercial imperatives at stake. The team's responsiveness is remarkable, and they're available any time they're needed."
Notable practitioners
Experienced partner Guillermo Morales is one of the co-founders of Morales & Besa and enjoys long-standing experience handling corporate matters in Chile. He also supports clients with acquisitions and share purchase and subscription agreements. "Guillermo Morales is an excellent lawyer and a pleasure to work with. He is incredibly well-rounded, effective, and sophisticated, and his advice is commercial, practical and concise."
Respected co-founder Eugenio Besa offers clients seasoned advice on M&A and joint ventures in the energy and software sectors. "Eugenio Besa is recognised as a smart and skilled lawyer."