The Legal 500 > Latin America > Chile > Data privacy

Barros & Errázuriz is highly experienced in data privacy matters, including compliance with local legislation (Law 19.629 on the Protection of Private Life), confidentiality agreements, personal data international transfer agreements, and the application of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) in Chile. Other key areas include companies' privacy policies and information security. José Ignacio Ovalle has over 25 years' experience in the TMT sector and is supported by senior associate Andrés Rodríguez, who previously worked as chief legal adviser at the Chilean telecoms regulator.

Full-service market stalwart Carey has a large data protection legal team that advises on a wide array of privacy matters, including assisting the retail, healthcare, finance and insurance industries with data protection and cybersecurity issues. The practice's advice covers the application of local data protection regulations, privacy by design, data processing agreements, employees’ use of devices and cookie policies, along with international data transfers, codes of conduct, and implementation of cybersecurity tools. It has also played a significant role in the drafting of the country's main privacy and cybersecurity bills. Guillermo Carey's broad IP and tech practice includes data privacy, as does that of specialist counsel Paulina Silva, who is practice co-head and a current member of the Board of Chile's National Cybersecurity Alliance. Data protection and tech-focused associate Javiera Sepúlveda is also a name to note.

Cariola Díez Pérez-Cotapos fields a six-strong group that is extremely focused on data privacy. In 2019, the firm entered into an alliance with the Chilean branch of 'Big Four' professional services network KPMG, so as to provide a legal, compliance and audit service in relation to data protection. Head of the firm's technology, media and privacy group, Rodrigo Lavados is a member of the data privacy expert board at the Confederation of Production and Commerce; key support comes from senior associate Felipe Fernández, who is active on data privacy matters for clients such as Google and Coopeuch.

Guerrero Olivos fields a six-strong department that provides ongoing advice on data privacy, personal data and data protection, frequently in relation to  franchise, license and development contracts. The team also assists with the adaptation of data privacy requirements to local regulations. Juan Enrique Allard leads the firm's TMT, data privacy and cybersecurity practices; other partner-level contacts are Miguel Coddou and Eduardo Cordero. Senior associate and IP head Diego Morandé also assists with personal data matters.

Currently acting as the head of the Chilean Chapter of IAPP (International Association of Privacy Professionals), Albagli Zaliasnik's IT, media and data privacy group is led by senior associate Oscar Molina, who is certified as a privacy manager by IAPP. The practice regularly advises clients such as Mitsui, DiDi and Mapcity on data privacy issues. Further support is provided by associate Andrea Céspedes.

DLA Piper Chile's data protection offering leverages the firm's expertise in regulatory, technology, corporate and venture capital matters. Typical work includes data protection clauses for several business sectors, privacy policies for customers and employees, and data privacy agreements. Felipe Bahamondez heads the group, which recently expanded its GDPR coverage capabilities with the October 2019 hire of associate Lisa Hondl, a European data protection law specialist, from CMS' Munich office.

Well-known for its IP and TMT expertise, Magliona Abogados has longstanding experience in data protection and privacy, including the drafting, implementation and enforcement of privacy policies, as well as pharmaceutical data processing. The key contacts are name partner Claudio Magliona, Nicolás Yuraszeck and Giovanni Donati.

Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría fields a well-regarded team that is experienced in personal data and privacy matters. Particularly focused on the energy and TMT sectors, Eduardo Escalona leads the firm's regional data privacy practice. Senior associate Camilo Mardones also acts on privacy, data protection and cybersecurity matters.

CMS Carey & Allende extended its scope of expertise to include content and data protection matters back in 2018. Today, the team advises foreign and domestic clients on their data processing and data transfer activities, including advising on Chile's applicable data protection legislation. Focused primarily on the technology, media and communications industry, Diego Rodríguez is the key name.

Leveraging its recently formed IP practice, Morales & Besa advises on data privacy matters surrounding M&A and financial transactions. The team also assists with contractual matters, such as cross-border data transfers, and personal data processing authorisations and agreements. In addition, it focuses on cybersecurity issues, particularly in relation to new technologies, such as the Internet of Things, web and mobile apps, and cryptocurrencies. Edmundo Varas is the partner in charge, with support from associate Marco Correa.

Prieto Abogados is experienced in personal data privacy and protection, including the drafting of data processing authorisations, the management of clients and employees' data (both in Chile and internationally), and preparing agency and data transfer agreements that comply with national and international standards. The names to note are senior associates Andrés Laymuns Marambio, who heads the privacy and data protection department, and María Cristina Ríos Llaneza.

Urenda, Rencoret, Orrego y Dörr acts for several local and foreign clients on data protection matters, including labour law-related work. The team has been particularly active in mandates related to GDPR, such as assisting  international clients with the implementation of data privacy policies and their interplay with Chilean data protection regulations. Alberto Rencoret, Sergio Orrego and Nicholas Mocarquer are experienced partners, with support at senior associate level provided by Verónica Roa.