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Barros & Errázuriz > The Legal 500 Rankings
Chile > Banking and finance Tier 1
The large, specialised banking and finance team at Barros & Errázuriz has evolved from being primarily borrower-focused to representing predominantly lenders, as it does today, while maintaining an active borrower-facing practice. It particularly stands out for its energy and infrastructure project-finance expertise, and benefits notably from the firm’s ability to leverage the expertise of its real estate, energy, environmental and regulatory practices. The firm is also part of the Affinitas network, which facilitates the regular exchange of information on regional banking, finance and capital markets developments involving Colombia, Mexico and Peru. The department is co-led by project and corporate finance specialist Francisco De la Barra, and corporate and structured financing expert Enrique Barros. Also integral to the department are Bernardo Simian, whose broad practice covers financing and capital markets, and longstanding banking and finance lawyer Nicolás Balmaceda. The next line of key advisers features structured and corporate financing partner MarÃa Olga Rivera (who was raised to the partnership in March 2022), and Vicente Cordero, whose career includes several years working in New York. At senior associate level, both Valentina Villalobos and Nicole Ubal advise on project and corporate financing matters.Practice head(s):
Francisco de la Barra; Enrique Barros
Testimonials
‘The team that B&E deploys is very effective in advancing financing transactions.’
‘Multidisciplinary and diverse, with great speed and flexibility to meet the client’s requirements; and very strong and effective ay interacting with office teams from NY or the UK.’
‘More flexible and faster than other firms, in addition to the fact that in general they are less confrontational with counterparts, conducting the process more effectively.’
‘They interact very well as a team, and are very quick to respond.’
‘Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of their specific areas of work, as well as extensive accumulated experience in similar areas, which is very effective when negotiating with counterparties.’
Key clients
Stonepeak Infrastructure Partners
The Bank of Nova Scotia
BNP Paribas
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
Banco BTG Pactual
Volta
Banco Security
Interchile
Work highlights
- Advised CenturyLink Chile on its participation (as joint and several guarantor of a foreign entity) in both a credit agreement and an indenture agreement, which concerned the acquisition of Lumen’s Latin American operations by Stonepeak Partners.
- Advised The Bank of Nova Scotia, BNP Paribas and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation on the coordination and issuance of a green loan credit facility in favour of Global Infrastructure Partners.
- Advised Banco BTG Pactual on both its acquisition of existing loans from operating companies of Anpac Group and the granting of additional financing to Hidroeléctrica San Andrés.
Chile > Capital markets Tier 1
The sizeable capital markets practice at full-service law firm Barros & Errázuriz routinely advises companies looking to obtain resources through the issuance of securities and public offering of bonds and shares (both in the domestic and international markets). The ‘very good' firm is also recognised for both its provision of regulatory advice to the Chilean authorities and its highly active investment funds practice. The team is led by debt and equity issuance specialist Luis Alberto Letelier, who is flanked at partner level by widely-respected capital markets' transactions expert Cristián Barros; VÃctor Barros, whose expertise covers all aspects of bonds work; and experienced regulatory practitioner Javier DÃaz. Within the senior associate ranks, Juan Ignacio Galdámez is admitted to practice in both Chile and New York; Fernando Campino advises issuers and securities' intermediaries (as well as those of investment funds); and Francisco Vial is experienced in securities' regulations. Former senior associate Cristián Risopatrón left for Salfacorp in March 2022.Practice head(s):
Luis Alberto Letelier; Cristián Barros; VÃctor Barros; Javier DÃaz
Testimonials
‘A very good work team that always meets timescales.‘
‘High levels of knowledge.‘
‘Great response times and experience – good availability and commitment.‘
‘Barros Errázuriz is a benchmark in the legal services market in the funds area. The depth of its regulatory practice is an indispensable support for fund administration professionals.‘
‘Victor Barros is the name to note.‘
Key clients
Agrosuper
Econsult Administradora General de Fondos
Ameris Renta Industrial II Fondo de Inversión
Ameris Capital Administradora General de Fondos
Cruzados SADP
Ameris
Penta Vida
LarrainVial
BlackSalmon Capital
Asset Administradora General de Fondos
Banchile
BICE Inversiones Administradora General de Fondos
Administradora General de Fondos Security
LarrainVial
Patio
Work highlights
- Advised Cruzados SADP on the registration and automatic placement of a line of bonds.
- Advised Minera ValparaÃso on the registration in the automatic registry of the Chilean Comisión para el Mercado Financiero of bond lines and the placement of 5,000 Series B bonds.
- Advised Agrosuper on the issuance of senior notes under Rule 144A/Reg.S of the Securities Act.
Chile > Consumer and advertising law Tier 1
The experienced 11-strong practice at Barros & Errázuriz has an enviable track record in class actions and mediation processes involving the Chilean Consumer Law Authority (SERNAC). Notably, the group houses specialists in a wide array of industries, including water distribution, mobile services, satellite TV, education, real estate, and healthcare. The principal figures are civil and commercial litigation and arbitration expert Javier San MartÃn, whose practice takes in consumer law-related work as well as class action and individual lawsuits; Luis Eduardo Toro, a competition and antitrust practitioner (and litigator), who is experienced in telecoms, energy and pharmaceutical sector-related matters; administrative law specialist David Cademartori; and civil and commercial litigator José Luis Corvalán, who is also active in consumer law matters. The senior associate to note, litigation and arbitration practitioner Isidora Fernández shows ‘very good judgement' and is experienced in class actions, consumer law, and injunctions before Chile’s courts of appeal.Practice head(s):
Javier San Martin; Luis Eduardo Toro; David Cademartori; José Luis Corvalán
Testimonials
‘The team is always in contact with the client, sharing information and updating the client on the progress of the trial or the discussions.’
‘Isidora Fernández is very concerned about the progress of the trials and preliminary conversations – she always keeps the client informed and has very good judgment in relation to trials.‘
Key clients
Aguas del Valle
Essbio
Inmobiliaria Aconcagua
DirecTV
Sky
Almagro
Bruno Fritsch
Correos de Chile
Inmobiliaria de la Base Serrano
Inmobiliaria Casonas de Marbella
Universidad Andrés Bello
Inmobiliaria Loga
Delta
Socovesa
Automotores Gildemeister
Levaduras Collico
My Community
Banco Security
Green Market
Work highlights
- Represented Automotoras Kauffman, Bruno Fritsch and Guillermo Morales in a consumer law-related class action filed by Conadecus (Chilean consumer organisation) against seven vehicle sales companies and three financial companies.
- Defended Sky Airlines Class against actions filed by consumer association Conadecus.
- Provided Automotores Gildemeister with a legal opinion on the amendments introduced by Law 21.398, which establishes measures to encourage the protection of consumer rights.
Chile > Corporate and M&A Tier 1
‘On an equal footing with top-tier law firms in New York' according to one client, Barros & Errázuriz's sizeable team regularly advises on private acquisitions, sales, cross-border takeovers of listed companies, corporate restructuring programmes, and acquisitions of controlling and minority interests. The practice is co-led by corporate department head and renowned M&A expert, Pablo Guerrero and Bernardo Simian, whose practice takes in both M&A and foreign investment. Other key partners include tax leader Fernando Barros; managing partner and capital markets specialist Cristián Barros; and corporate law, foreign investment, M&A and joint venture practitioners Emilio Vásquez and Carlos Ducci. Sergio Eguiguren, Vicente Cordero and Luis Alberto Letelier are also all experienced M&A advisors, while dispute resolution leader José Tomás Errázuriz additionally advises on corporate law. Experienced in the acquisition and sale of companies, Lucas Marinovic was promoted to partner in March 2022, and counsel Daniela Peña assists with corporate law, M&A and restructuring work.Practice head(s):
Pablo Guerrero; Bernardo Simian
Testimonials
‘B&E’s M&A team is deep and highly involved, from its associates to partners.’
‘The lawyers are exceptional.’
‘A very high level of expertise and experience in the legal side to M&A processes.’
‘Excellent advisers beyond the contractual issues of a transaction, since they have excellent commercial and business sense.’
‘The breadth of the experience is unequaled, meaning the practice has an advantage over the lawyers of other local firms.’
‘One of the few practices in Chile that can be placed on an equal footing with top-tier law firms in New York.’
Key clients
Familia Del RÃo
Mitsui & Co
Virutex Ilko
Fluxys
Softys (CMPC Tissue)
Abu Dhabi Development Holding Company
Grupo Inder
Holding GAC
Americar
Brightstar Capital Partners
WEG
BTG Pactual
Red Megacentro
Toesca Asset Management
Work highlights
- Advised the Del Rio family on the business combination of the automotive business of Derco Group with Inchcape.
- Advised Mitsui & Co on the acquisition of 27,5% of Aker Mainstream Renewables’ shares.
- Advised Virutex Ilko on the drafting, negotiation and execution of a share purchase and shareholders’ agreement for the sale of 60% of Virutex Ilko’s shares.
Chile > Data privacy Tier 1
Barros & Errázuriz's data privacy group is regularly mandated to draft, edit and implement complex privacy policies. The team also reviews an array of contracts involving personal data transfers, along with assessing the legal implications of clients’ business models in Chile. The ‘bold and inventive' group is led by TMT sector and personal data protection specialist, José Ignacio Ovalle, whose recent track record includes leading advice to DirecTV Chile on its internal information security and privacy policy; and former chief legal adviser at the Undersecretary of Telecommunications, Andrés RodrÃguez, who was promoted to partner in April 2023 and focuses his practice on the telecoms and IT sectors, as well as data privacy work. Providing key associate-level support, Magdalena Rojas' experience includes advising clients on IT procurement and the adapting of processes and contractual documents to Chile’s personal data protection legislation; and -at the more junior end- Fernanda Irrazabal, who is active in the firm’s telecoms, technology and data protection group.Practice head(s):
José Ignacio Ovalle
Testimonials
‘One of the few teams that knows how to answer exactly what clients ask them, without having to produce a manual.‘
‘Bold and inventive, and knows how to look for innovative solutions.‘
Key clients
Automotores Gildemeister
DirecTV
Mapfre
Indumotora
Marriott International
Webdox
Coca Cola Embonor
Central de Restaurantes Aramark
Compass
Man Energy Solutions
Levaduras Collico
Didi
Larrain Vial
Innoplexus
Evonik
Partners Group
Delta
Indesa
Dentsply Sirona
Saesa
Work highlights
- Advising Automotores Gildemeister on Chilean data protection law compliance.
- Advised DirecTV Chile on the compliance aspects of its internal information security and privacy policy, as well as the website’s privacy policy.
- Assisted Mapfre CompañÃa de Seguros Generales with the legal due diligence of its data protection compliance.
Chile > Real estate Tier 1
Acting for a range of domestic and international developers and investment companies, Barros & Errázuriz’s 13-strong real estate practice has a strong market reputation for its ability to create innovative acquisition structures. It also advises on real estate associations and consortiums, and the financing of real estate development projects. The group additionally stands out for its experience in infrastructure and construction (including telecoms infrastructure); and is routinely sought out for its regulatory credentials, in relation to city planning, administrative law conflicts, tourism, and urbanism within industrial areas. Co-leading the team, José Ignacio Ovalle’s practice encompasses the development of building projects, condominiums, shopping centres, offices, ports and hotels (both in rural and urban areas); Patricio Solórzano is a residential, commercial and industrial real estate project expert; and Oscar Ruiz-Tagle advises on territorial planning, and urban and environmental regulations. At counsel level, Alejandra Aránguiz is experienced in urban, regulatory and municipal administrative law, while senior associate MarÃa Teresa Diez focuses on real estate, corporate and urban planning matters.Practice head(s):
José Ignacio Ovalle; Patricio Solórzano; Óscar Ruiz-Tagle
Testimonials
‘B&E is characterised by the level of specialisation of the team. They have professionals specialised in different areas, which allows us as clients to be supported.‘
‘The real estate team I work with is the team of the partner Oscar Ruiz Tagle and lawyers Francisca Astudillo and BenjamÃn MartÃnez. With them, work is fluid and fast. They are always available to help us resolve our concerns when we need it.‘
Key clients
CompañÃa Regional Aguas MarÃtimas
CRAMSA InfraestructuraUniversidad Finis Terrae
Siena Inmobiliaria
Inmobiliaria Altas Cumbres
Constructora Terra
AgrÃcola Balvi
Sociedad AgrÃcola Lagunillas
Montalva y Cia
Parque Arauco
Sura Asset Management
Larrain Vial
Asset Chile
Colbún
Microsoft
Indesa
BTG Pactual
Ameris Capital
Oxiquim
Inmobiliaria Manquehue
Agrosuper
Inmobiliaria Vicuña Mackenna
Surmonte Inmobiliaria
Work highlights
- Advised Grupo CRAMSA, CompañÃa Regional Aguas MarÃtimas and CRAMSA Infraestructura on a desalinisation facility project.
- Assisted Universidad Finis Terrae with its request to modify the Providencia Communal Regulatory Plan, with a view to changing the land use of certain properties.
- Advising Siena Inmobiliaria on a complex real estate project that includes the development of five lots for housing and commercial premises, including a supermarket.
Chile > Tax Tier 1
‘One of the top firms in Chile for tax and private client matters’, Barros & Errázuriz’s 16-strong practice tax is widely respected for its tax structuring and implementation credentials, both at national and international levels. The practice’s coverage encompasses corporate transactions and reorganisations, transfer pricing, and tax treaty application. It also has a strong market reputation for wealth planning matters and is increasingly active in tax disputes. Co-heading the group, founding partner Fernando Barros’ practice includes the implementation of corporate and financial structures; and Carola Trucco has longstanding experience in advising major companies on tax matters, particularly as regards cross-border operations, M&A and business reorganisations. Further support is provided by ‘excellent lawyer’ Tomás Kovacevic who was raised to the partnership in March 2022 and whose experience includes some three years at the Ministerio de Hacienda; experienced tax counsel Magdalena Munita; and -at senior associate level- Maria Lucia Marraccini, a former Ministry of Finance tax policy adviser, and Mauricio Bascuñán, who focuses on tax disputes. Former senior associate Fernanda Becker left the firm in October 2022.Practice head(s):
Fernando Barros; Carola Trucco
Testimonials
‘Barros & Errázuriz is a high-quality Chilean law firm that pays great attention to client service.’
‘Extremely knowledgeable in Chilean tax matters, B&E’s tax team is a very good complement to the firm’s corporate and M&A team.’
‘Barros & Errázuriz is one of the top firms in Chile in all areas, including the tax and private client world.‘
‘Possesses depth in its partnership that few firms can rival.‘
‘One of the top firms in Chile for tax and private client matters.‘
‘A level of service that is of the highest quality. Always provides sophisticated, tailored advice, and has great strength and depth on the team.’
‘Carola Trucco is highly experienced and knowledgeable.‘
‘Tomás Kovacevic is an excellent lawyer with thorough knowledge of the pronouncements of the Tax Authority. He is easy to get along with and quick to understand business.’
Key clients
Compass
Parque Arauco
Sura
BTG Pactual
Work highlights
- Provides Compass Group with tax advisory services on an ongoing basis.
- Provides Larrain Vial with ongoing tax advisory services.
- Advised Parque Arauco on the purchase of a multi-family asset, which included the review of tax issues.
Chile > TMT Tier 1
‘Fully aware of the regulatory changes in Chile', Barros & Errázuriz's TMT practice acts for both domestic and foreign companies, including fixed and mobile operators, satellite operators, digital applications, and free-to-air and paid television services. The team is also sought out by internet service providers, over-the-top (OTT) media services, technology providers, e-commerce and social media platforms, and telecom infrastructure companies; its experience covers the full range of corporate and regulatory matters as well as obtaining all necessary permits and licenses required under local legislation. Additionally, it is increasingly active in 5G and satellite broadband matters, as well as major technology projects in Chile. The practice is headed up by longstanding TMT specialist José Ignacio Ovalle, whose ‘knowledge of the industry is very impressive', and who advises on a wide range of regulatory and commercial issues impacting the telecoms and technology sectors. Elevated to partner level in April 2023, former senior associate Andrés RodrÃguez is experienced in telecoms, IT and data privacy; and key associate Magdalena Rojas advises several telecoms service providers in Chile.Practice head(s):
José Ignacio Ovalle
Testimonials
‘The team is fully aware of the regulatory changes in Chile and understands SUBTEL’s way of thinking – full knowledge of the TMT market’s legal aspects.‘
‘A prestigious and multi-service firm that ensures high-level multidisciplinary advice on complex issues, including international ones. Solid experience and knowledge that are used for highly relevant matters.‘
‘The main reason for hiring the services of this firm is that the lawyers have already successfully gone through the process on several occasions; therefore they not only have the knowledge, but also the experience of how to handle it.‘
‘Invaluable knowledge of SUBTEL, not only the institution’s people but what is really important or essential.‘
‘The team is always well informed about what other lawyers from the group are doing or the status of their progress, and they enjoy good communications with clients – the team’s experience is really invaluable.‘
‘José Ignacio Ovalle’s knowledge of the industry is very impressive – he knows exactly how to proceed, and anticipates estimated costs and times that help clients make decisions; and even when he is not directly involved in the process, clients can be sure that he is behind the scene ensuring that promises are fulfilled.‘
‘The experience and connections of Andrés RodrÃguez are highly valuable, while associate Magdalena Rojas is a guiding light for clients’ needs. She works very diligently and with deep knowledge of the processes, progress status and next steps, which gives clients peace of mind.‘
‘Andrés RodrÃguez manages his work very well and is a material component for clients’ regulatory decision-making in Chile.‘
Key clients
Telefonica Global Solutions
Lycamobile
Club de Golf los Leones
DiDi
Kwai
Universidad San Sebastián
Indumotora
Megamedia Radios
RDS
Internet Mobile Communications
One Web
Andean Telecom Partners
Complejo Portuario Mejillones
LarraÃn Vial
Everis
DirecTV Chile
Transelec
Stonepeak
Work highlights
- Assisted OneWeb before SUBTEL in relation to the renewal concession and permit applications for the installation, operation and provision of satellite telecoms services in Chile.
- Advised Stonepeak Partners on the purchase of the Latin American assets of telecoms company Lumens.
- Advised Telefónica Global Solutions on the modification of its satellite service concession.
Chile > Bankruptcy, insolvency and restructuring Tier 2
Barros & Errázuriz's practice has a strong market reputation for both bankruptcy and restructuring work and boasts a track record that includes the representation of several major clients in judicial and non-judicial reorganisations, as well as bankruptcy law-related contentious proceedings. Additionally, the group advises on the acquisition of the assets of companies subject to liquidation or reorganisation procedures. The firm's membership of the Affinitas network is also of note since it facilitates a regular exchange of significant information with peers from Colombia, Mexico and Peru. The team is led by Javier San MartÃn, whose dispute resolution practice includes substantial bankruptcy issues; and José Luis Corvalán, who acts for debtors and creditors in heavyweight liquidation and reorganisation procedures. At associate level, the disputes practices of both Alexis Cespedes and Milton Gutcovsky encompasses insolvency work.Practice head(s):
Javier San MartÃn
Key clients
Banco Internacional
Credicorp Capital
Banco BTG
BTG Administradora General de Fondos
Penta Vida CompañÃa de Seguros de Vida
Constructora Loga
Banco de Crédito del Perú
Banco Consorcio
Inmobiliaria Security
Alza
AFP Provida
LarraÃn Vial Activos AGF
LarraÃn Vial AGF
Work highlights
- Assisted Banco Internacional with the negotiations for the payment of a syndicated loan that it holds against Inversiones Terra (parent company of VivoCorp).
- Advised Credicorp Capital on various insolvency issues, such as reviewing contractual clauses and negotiations with counterparties.
- Represented Banco BTG AGF in the filing of a compulsory liquidation lawsuit and the subsequent reorganisation procedure of Inmobiliaria Santander.
Chile > Competition and antitrust Tier 2
The ‘dynamic‘ competition and antitrust department at full-service firm Barros & Errázuriz acts in major cases before the TDLC, in addition to assisting national and international clients with FNE investigations. It is also highly specialised in concentration notifications before the FNE and increasingly active in its assistance to companies seeking to prevent future anti-competitive conduct (through reviews of commercial policies, establishing of business protocols and/or implementation of compliance programmes). The department is led by litigation and arbitration expert Luis Eduardo Toro; Francisco Bórquez heads up the firm’s merger-control practice; and José Luis Corvalán's track record encompasses domestic and international arbitration and competition matters before the TDLC. In the firm’s associate ranks, senior Catalina Villalobos (mergers, litigation and anti-competitive practices) is a 2021 recruit from the FNE; and Josefina Poblete also maintains an active antitrust practice.Practice head(s):
Luis Eduardo Toro; Francisco Bórquez; José Luis Corvalán
Testimonials
‘B&E’s free competition team is excellent.‘
‘A dynamic team that is very up to date with international trends.‘
‘Good networks and chemistry with the FNE, knowing better than anyone the new procedures and trends in free competition. Very active since the modernisation of the free competition laws in Chile.’
‘In addition to its networks and up-to-date knowledge, the team is dynamic and understands commercial and economic matters very well. This is characteristic of B&E in general.‘
‘Excellent lawyers, with a real understanding of business and economic issues.‘
‘The team is highly competent and flexible, allowing coverage of all needs in diverse situations and a changing business environment.‘
‘The team assigned to us had extensive experience and capacity in competition matters. Their advice allowed us to ensure compliance with current regulations on this matter. We especially highlight the close advice provided by the lawyers Luis Eduardo Toro and Francisco Borquez.‘
Key clients
ACS Servicios Comunicaciones y EnergÃa
Cobra Montajes, Servicios y Agua
Comisión Nacional de EnergÃa
Servicios Visa International
Aceros Aza
Kimal Consortium
Pacific Mining Parts
Asset Administradora General de Fondos
Americar
Colmena Golden Cross
Derco
Pacific Mining Parts
Work highlights
- Assisted Servicios Visa International with its defence before the Chilean Competition Tribunal of three lawsuits filed by payment facilitators (in relation to the cross-border acquiring rule).
- Advised Colmena Holding before the FNE on the acquisition of Colmena Salud by a competing company, and on its appeal before the Chilean Competition Tribunal.
- Defended Comisión Nacional de EnergÃa against a lawsuit filed by two hydroelectric companies for the issuance of a technical rule.
Chile > Dispute resolution: arbitration Tier 2
Full-service Chilean law firm Barros & Errázuriz fields a 19-strong dispute resolution practice that acts in a range of civil and commercial litigation-related domestic and international arbitrations; and in addition to housing several arbitration counsels, the practice includes experienced arbitrators. The ‘highly-qualified' department regularly represents clients in major construction project-related arbitrations and is increasingly involved in commercial disputes involving shareholder and share purchase agreements. Recent matters include high-stakes proceedings before CAM Santiago, ICC, and the Chamber of Commerce of México. The practice is jointly led by commercial arbitration expert and ‘exceptional lawyer', Luis Eduardo Toro; and founding partner and José Tomás Errázuriz, who is ‘capable of anticipating opponent’s moves with his unique skills'. Other experienced arbitration partners include Javier San MartÃn, David Cademartori and José Luis Corvalán; while at senior associate level, Isidora Fernández, and the recently-promoted Nicole Nannig and Milton Gutcovsky all act in arbitration proceedings. Former associate Cristián Pérez left for an in-house role at Grupo Pasmar during 2022.Practice head(s):
José Tomás Errázuriz; Luis Eduardo Toro
Testimonials
‘The work team is very solid on issues that are generally not well known. It has very good availability, teamwork, constant collaboration, and a lot of discipline.‘
‘Billing issues are negotiable, and there are very few firms with this level of knowledge.’
‘The team is highly qualified – the firm integrates lawyers from various disciplines to face complex lawsuits, and who are skilled at finding national and comparative doctrine and jurisprudence.‘
‘They try to understand clients’ business and take it from from there, which for a client is a very interesting and appreciated exercise in empathy. They are also flexible on fees, depending on the scenario and contingencies that are faced, balancing the positions and strategies of defence/action with the costs of litigation.‘
‘José Luis Corvalán and Javier San MartÃn stand out for their commitment to the client’s cause, as well as their willingness to move away from standard responses to seek ingenious solutions.‘
‘José Luis Corvalán and Javier San MartÃn won’t hesitate to take tough stands to protect clients’ interests. They are skilled at handling jurisprudence and very tactical during the preparation of evidence. They spend a lot of time preparing their client’s cause, displaying serious and deep work.‘
‘José Tomás Errázuriz is capable of anticipating opponent’s moves with unique skills.‘
‘Luis Eduardo Toro is an exceptional lawyer, who has great judicial knowledge and is a very pleasant character.‘
Key clients
Colbún
Consorcio Montec Bueno
Universidad Finis Terrae
Mutual UC
Ameris UPC Departamental I
Ameris UPC Departamental II
Mercado Libre
Inmobiliaria Ingeval Las Condes
Work highlights
- Rrepresenting Colbún in a lawsuit against Codelco for the reimbursement of the carbon tax paid by Colbún for emissions produced by a thermoelectric plant.
- Representing Consorcio Montec Bueno in a claim filed against CompañÃa Minera del PacÃfico for alleged breach of a contract for a duct to transport iron-ore pulp.
- Representing Universidad Finis Terrae in an arbitration claim, which was filed by Inmobiliaria Altura for alleged breach of contract.
Chile > Dispute resolution: litigation Tier 2
‘Dedicated to cases‘, the 19-strong disputes group at full-service law firm Barros & Errázuriz acts in a range of civil and commercial litigation, including domestic and international arbitration, mediation proceedings, and matters before Chile’s regulatory agencies. The practice’s representative expertise covers contentious proceedings involving civil and commercial law, tax, bankruptcy, real estate, construction, and antitrust issues; and it is particularly experienced in regulated sectors, such as energy and telecoms. The team is jointly headed by Luis Eduardo Toro, whose disputes workload covers telecoms, energy, contractual liability and damages; and name partner and dispute resolution expert José Tomás Errázuriz. Also integral to the practice, Javier San MartÃn focuses on disputes, consumer protection, reorganisations, and individual and company liquidation; public law head David Cademartori acts in civil and administrative litigation; and José Luis Corvalán is an experienced civil and commercial litigation practitioner. From the senior associate pool, seniors Isidora Fernández, Milton Gutcovsky and Nicole Nannig are all active litigators.Practice head(s):
José Tomás Errázuriz; Luis Eduardo Toro
Testimonials
‘High level of training and experience.‘
‘Good attitude and alignment with the interests of clients.‘
‘An attentive, punctual, very understanding treatment of people who are not familiar with the legal field.‘
‘Available to clients, attentive, and dedicated to its cases.‘
‘Lawyers that stay close to their clients.‘
‘Quick responses to queries.‘
‘Luis Eduardo Toro stands out.‘
Key clients
Colbún
Nuevosur
Agencia de Aduana Juan Carlos Stephens Valenzuela y CompañÃa
Comsa SAU
AgrÃcola Fundo Bucalemu
Gildemeister Automotive
Automotive Kauffman, Bruno Fritsch, Guillermo Morales
Puerto Coronel Company
Courtyard Group
HDI Insurance
United Warehouse Automation Chile
La Reserva Real Estate
Sky Airlines
Chilean Post Office
Real Estate Security
HAM Chile
Scotiabank
metrogas
Aconcagua Real Estate
Travel ACE
Work highlights
- Representing Colbún in a series of suits arising from the collapse of a tunnel (in a water channel) essential to the operation of one of its power plants.
- Defending Nuevosur against a lawsuit for breach of contract and damages filed by Esteban Morales against the Chilean Treasury and Nuevosur for allegedly breaching a contract for the construction of a rural drinking water system.
- Defending Agencia de Aduana Juan Carlos Stephens Valenzuela y CompañÃa against a civil liability claim for damages, which was filed by Orion Seguros Generales for alleged contractual breaches.
Energy and natural resources > Electricity and hydrocarbons Tier 2
With significant experience in a range of energy matters in Chile, Barros & Errázuriz's large’ 13-member practice covers energy contracts, regulatory issues, energy M&A, joint ventures, project finance, and associated disputes and arbitration. Recent highlights include advising various power generators and banks on complex power purchase agreements, tenders, and large-scale transmission and green hydrogen project developments. The key practitioners are dispute resolution leader José Tomás Errázuriz, whose track record covers both major energy projects and energy litigation; Fernando Garrido, an expert in energy and natural resources-related project developments, financings, litigation, M&A and general corporate matters; and Cristóbal Pellegrini (a partner since January 2022), who advises on energy projects, finance, M&A and litigation. Former senior associates Pedro Pablo Ballivian and Verónica Vergara left the firm for drinking water company Esval and utility company Colbún in August and November 2022, respectively.Practice head(s):
José Tomás Errázuriz; Fernando Garrido; Cristóbal Pellegrini
Key clients
Consorcio Kimal Lo Aguirre (Transelec/ISA/CSGI JV)
Austria Energy/CIP JV
ISA
Microsoft
Coordinador Eléctrico Nacional
UKA Group
WEG Administradora General de Fondos
Grenergy
Grupo SAESA
Austral Power
Pacific Hydro
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
Banco Security
Mitsui & Co
Toesca Administradora General de Fondos
Work highlights
- Advising Conexión Kimal Lo Aguirre, Transelec and China Southern Power Grid International on the incorporation of a consortium to jointly submit a tender for the award of the Kimal-Lo Aguirre HVDC transmission line project.
- Advised a consortium (AE, OK and CIP), as local counsel, on the negotiation of an association for the joint development of a project for the production of 100% renewable green hydrogen and green ammonia.
- Advised Interconexión Eléctrica and Interchile on the competitive sale process for Enel’s energy transmission assets. Â
Chile > Environment Tier 2
With ‘expertise that is hard to find in other firms', Barros & Errázuriz's eight-strong environmental team advises on environmental assessments, permitting issues, relations with local authorities, and social conflicts and community matters. The practice also fields experts in preventive advice, compliance, enforcement proceedings and litigation before the environmental and ordinary courts (including the Supreme Court). Additionally, the team demonstrates experience in water rights law, proceedings before Chile’s health authorities, urban planning and climate change matters, along with waste management, recycling and aquaculture regulations. Fernando Garrido heads the firm’s water rights' practice; while director Matias Montoya, a former Environmental Assessment Agency general counsel, is noted for ‘his knowledge of environmental issues' and advises on environmental assessments, environmental compliance, litigation, and due diligence. In the associate team, senior Mara Angelini and Cristóbal Gil both focus on environmental issues. Former senior Ignacio Urbina moved to Estudio Fermandois in September 2022.Practice head(s):
Fernando Garrido
Testimonials
‘The ByE environmental team has expertise that is hard to find in other firms.’
‘B&E is characterised by its provision of available, committed and always- collaborative support.‘
‘The issues are addressed as a team, and everyone is always informed and involved in the issues – so if a B&E lawyer is absent, the service is never affected.’
‘Knowledge of the sector, knowledge of the authorities, and commitment to the client’s objectives.‘
‘Director Matias Montoya stands out for his knowledge of environmental issues.‘
‘Matias Montoya and senior associate Mara Angelini are two outstanding lawyers, who have in-depth knowledge of their fields – their empathy makes clients feel permanently accompanied, and the advice is always adjusted to clients’ requirements very precisely.‘
Key clients
Austria Energy & Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners Fund JV
Albemarle
Microsoft
Eletrans
ISA
Colbún
SAESA
Seché Group Chile (Soluciones Ambientales del Norte)
Coca Cola Embonor
Aleatica
Esmax
CompañÃa Regional Aguas MarÃtimas
Empresas Gasco
AgrÃcola Coexca
RBT Energy/Sonnedix
CompañÃa Puerto de Coronel
Indesa
Ecosalmon
Work highlights
- Advised a consortium (incorporated by AE, OK and CIP) on the environmental side to the production of 100% renewable green hydrogen and green ammonia in the Magallanes Region.
- Provided environmental advice to Albemarle Corporation in relation to mining development projects.
- Advised Eletrans on compliance with forestry environmental commitments in relation to a transmission line.
Chile > Projects and infrastructure Tier 2
Fielding ‘a very good team with excellent advisers’, Barros & Errázuriz’s large team is consistently involved in the development and financing of sizeable infrastructure and energy projects in Chile. On the development side, the group’s infrastructure capabilities include tender processes and public and private works concessions in relation to highways, prisons, seaports, airports, and logistics centres; while in the energy space the practice is frequently involved in both generation and transmission projects. The team is also active in mining companies’ desalination projects. Nicolás Balmaceda, who has longstanding experience in industrial, infrastructure, energy and real estate projects co-leads the practice with Francisco De la Barra, an expert in project developments and financings, and infrastructure-related transactions. Fernando Garrido, who focuses on power generation and transmission projects is also a key practitioner; as are recently-promoted partners Cristóbal Pellegrini, who advises major energy companies; and MarÃa Olga Rivera, whose experience includes the acquisition of electricity companies. Diego Ovalle and Nicole Ubal are experienced senior associates.Practice head(s):
Nicolás Balmaceda; Francisco de la Barra
Testimonials
‘A team with many resources.’
‘A very good team with excellent advisers who handle issues well.‘
‘Senior associate Nicole Ubal is a very good adviser.‘
‘In the contractual sphere, the Barros & Errazuriz team is very strong and has a highly qualified team; and with a very good disposition.‘
‘Francisco de La Barra: he is a highly qualified lawyer who has a global view of the project – which allows him to provide excellent advice.‘
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Key clients
Austria Energy
Ökowind
Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners Fund
Agrosonda
Atlas Energy
Banco Security
Caitan
CompañÃa Portuaria Mejillones
CompañÃa de Petróleos de Chile (COPEC)
Delta Airlines
Esval
CompañÃa Regional Aguas MarÃtimas (Cramsa)
Grupo Cobra
Interchile
Iridium
Kaufmann Ventures
Mercado Libre
Mitsui & Co
Oxiquim
Pacific Hydro
Sociedad Concesionaria Nuevo Complejo Los Libertadores
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
VÃas Chile
De Capital
Gasco
CompañÃa Constructora Belfi
Yallique Consortium
Work highlights
- Advised Conexión Kimal Lo Aguirre, Transelec and China Southern Power Grid International on the Kimal-Lo Aguirre HVDC Transmission Line Project.
- Advised Austria Energy, Ökowind and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners Fund on an association for the joint development of a large-scale project for the production of renewable green hydrogen and green ammonia.
- Advised investors HSBC Global Asset Management (UK), Citicorp Trustee (Singapore) and HSBC Life (International) on power generation projects in Chile.
Chile > Public law Tier 2
With ‘an unmatched level of knowledge of public law practice’, Barros & Errázuriz’s public, administrative law and economic regulation department is particularly focused on constitutional and administrative law, as well as economic regulation. Its representative experience ranges from tariff-setting administrative procedures and contentious administrative proceedings, to administrative sanctioning procedures concerning the natural gas, telecoms, electricity, healthcare, education, and water and wastewater sectors. Other areas of strength include administrative contracts, government liability, public procurement, and maritime concessions. The widely-respected group is co-led by arbitration specialist José Tomás Errázuriz and David Cademartori, whose ‘level of knowledge is difficult to find’. Cademartori’s experience encompasses administrative proceedings before government entities, and civil and administrative litigation before Chile’s ordinary courts of justice. The associates to note are public law-focused senior Martin Gutiérrez, along with Marissa Baldazzi, Valeria Donoso, Cristóbal Millar, and Cristián Dorador (‘an excellent lawyer with a bright future’). The firm also boosted its constitutional offering recently, with the September-2022 hire of former Constitutional Court president, Juan José Romero.Practice head(s):
José Tomás Errázuriz; David Cademartori
Testimonials
‘An unmatched level of knowledge of public law practice, which makes it unique in terms of conflict resolution – the team handles the law, jurisprudence and opinions of public bodies very well.‘
‘Lawyers that give clients peace of mind that they are in good hands.‘
‘David Cademartori’s level of knowledge is difficult to find, and he gives very practical answers to problems that arise – a lot of knowledge of jurisprudence and the functioning of public bodies.‘
‘Associate Cristián Dorador is an excellent lawyer with a bright future – always fast and efficient attention, and with clear answers.‘
Key clients
Esval
Aguas del Valle
Cooke Aquaculture Chile
Solvtrans Chile
Inmobiliaria Costa Calán
Delta Airlines (Chilean Branch)
Essbio
Directv Chile Televisión
Laboratorios Andrómaco
Inmobiliaria La Reserva
Oxiquim
Grupo Pasmar
Comercializadora P&E Soluciones Industriales
Work highlights
- Assisting Esval with a proceeding before the Ministry of Defense that seeks to renew a maritime concession in Higuerillas, (ValparaÃso Region).
- Defended Cooke Aquaculture Chile against an administrative sanctioning procedure.
- Assisted Solvtrans Chile with filing a claim before the ValparaÃso Civil Courts, requesting the annulment of the cancellation of the registration of two Solvtrans Chile vessels.
Chile > Venture capital Tier 2
The seven-member VC practice at full-service firm Barros & Errázuriz acts for both national and international start-ups and investors throughout all stages of companies’ development, including growth and financing stages, as well as exit phases. The ‘very good’ department advises clients from several industry sectors, ranging from AI, technology and fintech, to food and beverages, retail, media and entertainment, among others. The group also regularly interacts with a range of incubators, accelerators and investors, including StartUp-Chile, a high-profile business accelerator in Latin America. Jointly leading the team are M&A expert Sergio Eguiguren, who further heads the firm’s innovation and entrepreneurship practice; and recently-promoted partner and technology M&A specialist Lucas Marinovic. Foremost among a second line of advisers is counsel Magdalena Munita (an early 2022 hire from Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & UrÃa), who brings tax experience to corporate VC work; Juan Sebastián Alonso is currently studying in New York.Practice head(s):
Lucas Marinovic; Sergio Eguiguren
Testimonials
‘The team is very good, and has an excellent disposition towards answering questions and making calls to clarify relevant points.‘
‘Meticulous delivery of reports and legal documents, which is much better than other firms, particularly in terms of attention and personalisation of the service delivered.‘
‘The experience with B&E has been characterised by good delivery, with fast, precise responses, in addition to having better rates than other firms.‘
‘In general, the team is very good and quickly responds – reasonable fees too.‘
‘Lucas Marinovic has been very important in relation to the analysis of clauses and documents.‘
Key clients
AD Retail
Osoji
Consorcio
Add Skin
OXL Autos
Work highlights
- Advised AD Retail, as an investor in a corporate venture capital transaction, which consisted of an investment in technology company Vita Solutions.
- Advised Osoji on its IPO on the Santiago Stock Exchange.
- Assisted Add Skin with its merger with Tu Shop, a company that develops e-commerce technology and solutions.
Chile > Compliance Tier 3
Barros & Errázuriz's compliance group routinely advises on Chile’s anti-money laundering and anti-bribery rules, as well as the country’s counter-terrorism financing legal framework. Its expertise covers internal investigations, enforcement actions, the design of compliance programmes, and defence-side administrative investigations. The team is co-led by regulatory expert Javier DÃaz, who assists with regulatory examinations, voluntary disclosures, internal investigations, and transactional due diligence; and managing partner Cristián Barros, whose practice also covers compliance work. At senior associate level, Francisco Vial is on hand for regulatory compliance advice.Practice head(s):
Javier DÃaz; Cristián Barros
Key clients
Agrosuper
Coca-Cola Embonor
Compass Group Administradora General de Fondos
Empresas Socovesa
AZ Andes Administradora General de fondos
Administradora De Fondos La Construcción
Caja de Compensación de Asignación Familiar 18 de Septiembre
Corporación XIX Juegos Panamericanos Santiago 2023
Esval
Work highlights
- Regular ongoing advice to Compass Group Administradora General de Fondos on risk management and corporate control policies.
- Advised Coca Cola Embonor on a code of ethics.
- Advised Empresas Socovesa on a matter before the Financial Analysis Unit.
Energy and natural resources > Mining Tier 3
The six-lawyer mining practice at full-service law firm Barros & Errázuriz routinely assists with obtaining, defending and acquiring mining concessions. The group also advises on mining industry-related transactions, including associated due diligence processes and the negotiation of related corporate documentation. It further assists with non-traditional financings (through royalty and streaming agreements), option agreements, and mining leases. The practice is led by Felipe Allende, who acts for mining companies and mining-focused investment funds - primarily as regards transactions and financings; and experienced senior associate Martin Vial, who is particularly focused on mining concession processes.Practice head(s):
Felipe Allende
Key clients
Albemarle
Caitán
Explora Resources
Minera Peñoles
Work highlights
- Advising Albemarle Corporation on mining development projects.
- Advised Explora Resources on the negotiation and sale of three mining projects.
- Advised Caitán on the development, construction and operation of a desalination plant for the Spence mine.
Chile > Labour and employment Tier 3
The ‘very strong team' at full-service firm Barros & Errázuriz provides ongoing employment law advice to over 100 different clients from a range of industries, including manufacturing, education, retail, mining, automotive, telecoms, and finance; the group is also increasingly active in both employment litigation and contentious administrative claims against the Labour Authority. The seven-strong department further comprises experts in immigration, global mobility, and expatriation-for-work purposes. The labour and employment practice is led by Juan Cristóbal Iturrate, who assists with both day-to-day matters and collective bargaining processes. In April 2023, MarÃa Fernanda Espinosa, an expert in the labour aspects of M&A deals, was raised to partner. Senior associate Pavel Alvarez , in turn, specialises in complex employment trials.Practice head(s):
Juan Cristóbal Iturrate
Testimonials
‘The way they understand clients’ business and advise them is exceptional.’
‘A very strong team that is always ready to give a quick response.‘
‘Great client service, always keeping clients informed of existing legal changes.‘
‘Provides practical solutions to problems, knowing how to combine compliance with the law with the client’s reality.’
‘MarÃa Fernanda Espinosa is an excellent lawyer – clear and simple answers that are adapted to the client’s scenario.‘
‘Senior associate Pavel Alvarez knows the jurisprudence of the courts very well, which gives clients a lot of peace of mind when facing a trial and its contingencies.’
Key clients
Extractos Naturales Gelymar
Pro Drilling
Virutex Ilko
Bayer Monsanto
Central de Restaurantes Aramark
Fluxys
Didi
Marriott International
ISA Group
Sea/ Shopee
Moneda Asset Management
Laureate
Viña Santa Rita
Coca Cola Embonor
Caitan
Work highlights
- Assisted Extractos Naturales Gelymar with a collective bargaining process.
- Provided Pro Drilling with collective bargaining advice.
- Acted for Virutex Ilko in a labour law trial that concerned the nullity of a dismissal.
Chile > Insurance Tier 4
Barros & Errázuriz's insurance team routinely assists major insurance companies with both corporate and regulatory matters. Its workload ranges from the incorporation of insurance companies, to corporate governance issues and share participations in insurance companies. The team also assists with the regulatory aspects of technical reserves, investment rules, and risk management and internal control systems. It additionally acts in contentious administrative procedures. The practice is co-headed by corporate law specialist Carlos Ducci; and Javier DÃaz, a former lawyer for the Securities Prosecutor’s Office of the Superintendency of Securities and Insurance. Senior associate Albert Harsch also advises on insurance work.Practice head(s):
Carlos Ducci; Javier DÃaz
Testimonials
‘Excellent knowledge of local market and regulator, as well as the international insurance market.‘
‘Carlos Ducci and Albert Harsch provide excellent, prompt, professional advice.‘
‘The experience of the team led by Javier Diaz is undoubtedly the strong point of the insurance practice of Barros & Errazuriz. Practical and updated approach with depth of knowledge and also due to his experience in the relationship with regulatory bodies make the service first class.‘
‘The partner Javier DÃaz, delivers an exceptional service. With deep knowledge but an eminently practical application, he is capable of analyzing complex topics and synthesizing them simply and clearly. Great analytical skills and very up-to-date with the challenges of the industry.‘
Key clients
Mapfre CompañÃa de Seguros de Vida
SAVE BCJ CompañÃa de Seguros de Vida
Fidelis Underwriting
SAVE BCG
Consorcio CompañÃa de Seguros de Vida
Work highlights
- Provides ongoing legal regulatory advice to Fidelis Underwriting.
- Advising SAVE BCJ CompañÃa de Seguros de Vida on regulatory issues.
- Provided legal regulatory advice to both Endurance Worldwide Insurance and SI Insurance (Europe).
Barros & Errázuriz > Firm Profile
Founded in 1988, Barros & Errázuriz has positioned itself in the Chilean legal market as the youngest leading law firm, being the second largest firm in the country.
It offers legal advice in more than 30 practice areas, including mergers and acquisitions, banking and finance, capital markets, infrastructure, competition and antitrust, real estate, tax, environmental, telecommunications, natural resources, energy, and dispute resolution, among others.
A leader in each of the fields mentioned, according to prestigious international rankings, it offers a comprehensive and business-oriented approach, combining particular expertise in areas for which our corporate and individual clients require precise solutions in their domestic and cross-border ventures.
Barros & Errázuriz has experienced continuous growth since its foundation, and has a broad base of local and foreign clients. It has offered relevant legal advice in all areas of clients’ businesses, some of which has had great impact for the country in recent years.
The firm is part of Affinitas, a network based in Latin America, composed of a group of prominent firms and renowned leaders, in each of the countries where they operate: Barros & Errázuriz (Chile), Gómez Pinzón (Colombia), Mijares, AngoitÃa, Cortés & Fuentes SC (Mexico) and Miranda & Amado (Peru).
Main areas of practice
Antitrust: the firm has a distinguished record in advising on major cases before Chilean antitrust agencies. It has been retained in several regulated areas and transactions requiring merger control structure and agreements to ensure full compliance with the relevant legislation.
Banking and finance: the firm handles a broad range of issues, including secured and syndicated loans, transactions and guarantees, structured finance, project finance, leasing and tax-based finance.
Capital markets: the firm has been involved in ADR programs, bond offerings, IPOs of local companies and tender offers of publicly-traded companies. With high expertise in securities law, it has advised several traded companies, stockbrokers and a large portion of Chilean mutual and close-end investment funds.
Compliance: the firm provides advice related to the design, implementation and monitoring of policies and internal procedures in relation to corporate compliance with the legal and regulatory requirements applicable to commercial activities, and to corporate governance, risk management and anti-corruption practices.
Corporate: the firm has acted as counsel in areas including real estate and construction, stock brokerage and investment funds, pharmaceuticals, media enterprises (TV), private ports, hotels and tourism, agriculture and forestry, among others.
Energy and natural resources: with a strong practice, the firm acts as counsel to electricity generating companies, water, sewage and gas companies.
Environment and sustainable development: the firm advises on compliance with environmental regulations in the development of electrical, shipping, mining, forestry, real estate, chemical and concession projects.
Infrastructure: as a regular player in the largest infrastructure transactions in Chile, the firm has advised sponsors, public works concessionaires and lenders in connection with, inter-urban and urban highways, prisons, ports, airports, and energy and mining facilities.
Innovation and entrepreneurship: Barros & Errázuriz has committed to the development of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. The firm maintains close contact with different incubators, accelerators and investors from our country and industry, highlighting our work with StartUp-Chile, the leading accelerator in Latin America, with which we coordinate the delivery of advice and mentoring to the StartUp-Chile Entrepreneur Network.
Insurance: the firm offers continuing legal advice to international clients with participation in local insurance companies, as well as to foreign reinsurance entities operating in Chile.
Labour and employment: the firm possesses exceptional expertise in matters including collective bargaining, union affairs, litigation and due diligence processes for private and state-owned firms.
Dispute resolution and arbitration: the firm acts in a wide range of cases before civil courts and regulatory agencies. It specialises in commercial litigation, insolvency and corporate restructuring cases. It also counsels several clients in local and international arbitrations.
Water rights: the firm gives advice in a wide variety of matters relating to water rights as a key asset of many industries.
M&A: as one of the firm’s core practice areas, the firm has been involved in many of the largest M&As in Chile, including private acquisitions in cross-border takeovers of listed companies, acquisitions of controlling and minority interests, divestitures and corporate restructuring programmes.
Real estate: the firm represents a variety of clients in all major real estate activities. It has been involved in several major real estate developments during the last decade in Chile.
Tax: the firm draws on rich experience in advising on tax planning and tax litigation. It also advises clients on incorporations, acquisitions, reorganizations and liquidations, with a strong practice in private stock and asset acquisitions, mergers, joint ventures, private equity funds and cross-border transactions.
Telecommunications and technology: the firm has advised clients including mobile services, IP telephony, 3G, long distance, internet services, rural telephony, satellite and broadcast television services. It is involved in relevant regulatory issues of telecommunication industry, before the Antitrust Commission and the Courts of Justice. Additionally, it has a deep experience in the negotiation closing of transactions in connection with new information technologies.
Public law: provides permanent legal advice to private parties and government agencies in a wide range of constitutional and administrative law matters, including regulatory issues.
Pro Bono
The firm has a commitment to provide pro bono legal services to people and institutions in need.
International work
The firm has extensive experience in cross-border transactions involving financing, corporate restructuring, M&A, foreign investments and international joint ventures. Over the past year it has handled some of the largest cross-border transactions in Chile, including toll road financing, international bidding process of utilities companies and liquidation of foreign investment funds.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Tax | Fernando Barros | fbarros@bye.cl | |
Competition/antitrust - Energy/Natural resources - TMT | José Tomás Errázuriz | jerrazuriz@bye.cl | |
Capital Markets | Cristián Barros | cbarros@bye.cl | |
Corporate/M&A | Pablo Guerrero | pguerrero@bye.cl | |
Real Estate - Urbanism - TMT | José Ignacio Ovalle | jovalle@bye.cl | |
Corporate/M&A | Carlos Ducci | cducci@bye.cl | |
Corporate/M&A | Emilio Vásquez | evasquez@bye.cl | |
Dispute resolution | Luis Eduardo Toro | ltoro@bye.cl | |
Banking & Finance/ Projects | Nicolás Balmaceda | nbalmaceda@bye.cl | |
Capital Markets | Luis Alberto Letelier | lletelier@bye.cl | |
Banking & Finance | Bernardo Simian | bsimian@bye.cl | |
Capital markets | VÃctor Barros | vbarros@bye.cl | |
Tax | Carola Trucco | ctrucco@bye.cl | |
Real Estate - Urbanism | Patricio Solórzano | psolorzano@bye.cl | |
Real Estate -Urbanism | Óscar Ruiz-Tagle | oruiztagle@bye.cl | |
Energy/Natural Resources - Environment | Fernando Garrido | fgarrido@bye.cl | |
Labor and employment | Juan Cristóbal Iturrate | jiturrate@bye.cl | |
Public law - Dispute resolution | David Cademartori | dcademartori@bye.cl | |
Capital Markets - Compliance | Javier DÃaz | jdiaz@bye.cl | |
Dispute resolution | Javier San MartÃn | jsanmartin@bye.cl | |
Banking & Finance/ Projects | Francisco de la Barra | fdelabarra@bye.cl | |
Corporate/M&A | Sergio Eguiguren | seguiguren@bye.cl | |
Corporate/ M&A | Vicente Cordero | vcordero@bye.cl | |
Banking & Finance/ Projects | Enrique Barros | ebarros@bye.cl | |
Competition/ Antitrust | Francisco Bórquez | fborquez@bye.cl | |
Dispute Resolution | Jose Luis Corvalán | jcorvalan@bye.cl | |
Labour And Employment | Fernanda Espinosa | mfespinosa@bye.cl | |
TMT, Technology and Data Protection | Andrés RodrÃguez | arodriguez@bye.cl | |
Banking and Finance | MarÃa Olga Rivera | mrivera@bye.cl | |
Tax | Tomás Kovacevic | tkovacevic@bye.cl | |
Mining | Felipe Allende | fallende@bye.cl | |
Energy | Cristóbal Pellegrini | cpellegrini@bye.cl | |
Corporate and M&A | Lucas Marinovic | lmarinovic@bye.cl |
Lawyer Profiles
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Mr Felipe Allende | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz | View Profile | |
Mr Nicolás Balmaceda | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr Cristián Barros | Managing Partner Partner, Barros & Errázuriz | View Profile | |
Mr Fernando Barros | Founding partner Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr VÃctor Barros | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr Enrique Barros | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz | View Profile | |
Mr Francisco Bórquez | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz | View Profile | |
Mr David Cademartori | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr Vicente Cordero | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz | View Profile | |
Mr José Luis Corvalán | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz | View Profile | |
Mr Francisco De la Barra | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr Javier DÃaz | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr Carlos Ducci | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr Sergio Eguiguren | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr José Tomás Errázuriz | Founding partner Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mrs MarÃa Fernanda Espinosa | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz | View Profile | |
Mr Fernando Garrido | Partner, Environment & Natural Resources, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr Pablo Guerrero | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr Juan Cristóbal Iturrate | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr Luis Alberto Letelier | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr Lucas Marinovic | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz | View Profile | |
Mr Matias Montoya | Counsel, Barros & Errázuriz | View Profile | |
Mr José Ignacio Ovalle | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr Cristóbal Pellegrini | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz | View Profile | |
Mrs MarÃa Olga Rivera | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz | View Profile | |
Mr Andrés RodrÃguez | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz | View Profile | |
Mr Oscar Ruiz-Tagle | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr Javier San MartÃn | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr Bernardo Simian | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz (1998). | View Profile | |
Mr Patricio Solórzano | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz | View Profile | |
Mr Luis Eduardo Toro | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mrs Carola Trucco | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile | |
Mr Emilio Vásquez | Partner, Barros & Errázuriz. | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Director : 4 Associates : 105 Others : 76 Total staff : 227Languages
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