CMS Carey & Allende's ‘very meticulous lawyers’ advise on the gamut of contentious and non-contentious competition work. The practice’s coverage ranges from compliance programmes, market reviews and pre-merger and merger control procedures, to leniency applications and National Economic Prosecutor (FNE) investigations; it is particularly experienced in relation to the interplay between competition law and business models involving emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence. The three-member group is led by antitrust specialist Carolina Veas, who has notable sector experience in digital markets. At associate level, Francisca Droguett advises on merger control issues, market investigations and the development of internal compliance programmes.
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‘What makes this practice unique is its ability to combine deep regulatory knowledge with strategic and technical insight into digital markets, Fintech and free competition.'
‘They not only interpret regulations, but also anticipate risks and design proactive solutions for clients.’
‘Compared to other legal teams, their approach is not simply reactive, but proactive and adaptable, allowing them to offer customised strategies that align regulatory compliance with business objectives.’
‘They participate in major cases at the local level. The CMS free competition team is highly trained and addresses in-depth and comprehensive questions.’
‘They are very meticulous lawyers when analysing enquiries and providing advice.’
'Carolina Veas and her team are at the forefront of regulatory development in Chile and the region, actively participating in public policy formulation and defending innovative companies against regulatory and competition challenges.’
‘The team offers highly specialised advice, backed by Carolina Veas' experience in strategic litigation and issues specific to the digital and financial markets.’
Key clients
- Buda.com
- OrionX
- OnNet Fibra
- Pesco
- Walmart
- Molineros del Sur
- Servipag
- Tapp
Work highlights
Assisted Buda.com with a lawsuit filed with the Competition Court against ten banks in the country, the lawsuit concerning an alleged abuse of collective dominant position (among others).
Advised Servipag on changes in Antitrust Court-led payment regulations, which concerned the requirements that acquirers and payment service providers (PSPs) must comply with.
Advised Tapp on the process of determining interchange fees in Chile.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Carolina Veas