Very good at the more technical aspects of consumer law’, Aninat Abogados’ team advises companies on the promotion, commercialisation and after-sales aspects of consumer products and services. Representative work includes drafting and reviewing consumer contracts, ensuring compliance with current advertising regulations, advertising litigation and administrative sanctions. The group is led by former SERNAC (Chilean Consumer Law Authority) director Lucas Del Villar, such experience ‘giving him a clear competitive advantage when dealing with consumer issues’. Del Villar focuses on consumer law and compliance matters, while senior associate Ignacio Labra assists with both consumer issues and civil litigation.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Their invaluable experience in consumer law, both from a legal advisory perspective and from that of the consumer protection agency, allows them to have an integral, balanced, and complete view of all aspects that affect a consumer issue. This enables them to provide advice that implements preventative measures, ensuring compliance with the law.’
  • ‘Lucas brings academic and regulatory experience and knowledge. He is undoubtedly one of the most knowledgeable people in consumer law in Chile, which is why his support is always a bonus. Sebastián gave us 24/7 support throughout the advisory process at a very professional level.’

Key clients

  • Aguas Andinas
  • Mundo Crédito

Work highlights

Acting for Aguas Andinas, a large sanitation services company in Chile, in relation to compensating consumers affected by service interruptions.
Practice head

Lucas del Villar