Garrigues Chile fields corporate law, M&A, governance and finance specialists who have substantial experience in energy, telecoms, real estate and private equity matters, with the 21-strong M&A department particularly active in domestic and cross-border M&A, corporate reorganisations, and joint ventures. With over 25 years’ experience in corporate and M&A, practice head Luis Felipe Merino routinely advises on cross-border deals; Rodrigo Fernández's recent caseload includes energy, telecoms, entertainment and construction sector mandates; Jaime de Larraechea is a corporate transactions specialist; and Cristóbal Fainé advises on energy and corporate law. Principals Hellen Brockway and Carlos Arias, along with senior Constanza Velásquez, are the associates to note.
Key clients
- Credit Suisse
- GL events
Work highlights
- Advised Nala Renewables on the acquisition of a portfolio of photovoltaic projects in Chile from Solek.
- Advised Empresas Gasco on a competitive process in which it participated alongside Energía Latina to acquire 50% of Inersa and Terminal Gas Caldera.