az
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az’s seven-strong practice comprises experts in criminal matters, corporate law and regulatory compliance. Representative experience for the team ranges from advising domestic and global companies on identifying contingencies, to designing risk matrixes and implementing crime prevention models. The ‘solid and interdisciplinary team’ also assists with the creation of prevention models for the Financial Analysis Unit, as well as SERNAC (The National Consumer Service of Chile), and antitrust compliance plans. Recent mandates additionally include advising on the compliance side of the recently enacted Personal Data Protection Law. Founding partner Rodrigo Albagli has longstanding experience in corporate and regulatory compliance mandates, as well as M&A, financial law, project finance, start-ups, venture capital and private equity; compliance director Yoab Bitrán, in turn, routinely advises companies and institutions on compliance programmes. In the associate team, senior Caterina Ravera focuses on criminal contingency prevention, legal risk assessments, due diligence, economic crime-related investigations and implementing crime prevention models; Sebastián Achondo is an expert in compliance programmes; and Loreto Osorio’s track record includes mining industry-related compliance issues.
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Testimonials
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- Proximity, understanding of the business, flexibility. AZ is far superior to other firms in this regard.
- Albagli Zaliasnik stands out for its highly specialised, practical approach, fully aligned with the real needs of the business. Their practice in crime prevention models demonstrates not only solid technical expertise but also an outstanding capacity for effective implementation, clearly differentiating them from other firms. Yoab Bitrán's leadership is exceptional. He is a top-tier lawyer with a rare combination of technical depth, strategic judgement, and practical vision. He has the ability to grasp relevant risks quickly and translate them into clear, efficient, and fully applicable solutions. Added to this is his remarkable interpersonal skills: he is approachable, trustworthy, and highly committed, fostering a very fluid and trusting working relationship. Loreto Osorio also deserves special mention. She stands out for her rigour, dedication, and high level of technical expertise, along with a very proactive and solution-oriented attitude. She has a great capacity for execution and follow-up, ensuring that projects progress in an orderly manner and meet the highest standards. Her willingness and clarity of communication make her a key support on a daily basis. As a whole, the team functions very cohesively, with a high level of engagement and an excellent ability to adapt to client needs. They integrate seamlessly with internal teams and add value at every stage of the process. Compared to other firms, they rank among the best, especially due to their practical approach, close client relationships, and proven implementation capabilities.
Key clients
- Televisión Nacional de Chile
- CCU
Work highlights
Advising Televisión Nacional de Chile (TVN), Chile’s public service broadcaster, on the evaluation, implementation, and ongoing updating of its crime prevention model.