‘Providing practical, business-oriented solutions’, FerradaNehme’s corporate law practice is able to leverage the firm’s specialisms in tax, securities, insurance and banking law. The five-member group’s representative expertise ranges from company incorporations and the negotiation, financing and structuring of domestic and cross-border business operations, to joint venture formation and strategic alliances. The team also fields specialists in M&A, public offerings, corporate governance and foreign investment, along with securities and taxation. The practice of Juan Andrés Bretón predominantly focuses on commercial contract negotiations and M&A, as well as financing transactions; and in the director team, both Roberto Carrillo and Andrés Pérez advise on M&A and corporate law.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Compared to other legal teams, FerradaNehme stands out for the integrity of its solutions, its support, commitment, and broad knowledge, which provides the security of knowing you are backed by a team that gets good results.’
- ‘As a client, I can say that the legal team has been a key part of our business strategy. Their deep knowledge of the sector and their proactive approach have provided us with effective solutions. We feel supported by a team that not only responds quickly but also anticipates problems and offers innovative strategies.’
- ‘The team stands out for its analytical ability, its proactive approach, and its closeness to the client. Unlike other firms, here we have found a team that truly understands our business and gets involved to offer the best solutions.’
- ‘I can say with full confidence that Nicolás Ubilla and Juan Andrés Breton have been a great asset to our company. Their professionalism, knowledge, and willingness have made a significant difference in managing our legal affairs.’
- ‘We had the chance to work with Juan Andrés Breton and Roberto Carrillo. I must highlight their level of commitment, availability, rigour, and willingness to find solutions in partnership with the client.’
- ‘I have had the opportunity to work with Juan Andrés Breton and Luciano Pardo, who carried out extraordinary specialised advisory work. I highlight their proactivity in proposing alternatives and their constant support in resolving our queries.’
- ‘The team is very well prepared, has an absolute commitment to our issues, and is very close to our business.’
- ‘It is a modern and professional law firm that provides specialised advice for the concerns and requirements of its clients, with the help of top-level associates.’
- ‘They are a dynamic team with quick and timely responses to our company's needs, which provides security and support for our decision-making.’
- ‘Although FerradaNehme is a smaller firm, it competes on a par with the main firms in the country in terms of resources and technology.’
Key clients
- Marsh & McLennan Companies
- ClaroVTR
- Idemitsu Kosan Co
- Capstone Copper Group
- Desarrollo País
- Gasoducto del Pacífico
- Innergy Soluciones Energéticas
- Fitch Group
- Fitch Chile Clasificadora de Riesgo
- Redbus Urbano
- Cervecería Chile
- Grenke Group
- Codelco
- Prosegur Compañía de Seguridad
- Aclara
- CAP
- Diageo
- Saint-Gobain
- Barricade BRS
- Galanz Group
Work highlights
Assisted ClaroVTR with the negotiation of an agreement with KKR’s OnNet for the provision of connectivity services, in relation to OnNet’s fibre network across Chile.
Advised Idemitsu Kosan Co on its $114m investment with HIF Global to develop, manage and execute eFuel generation-related projects.
Assisted Desarrollo País with selecting strategic partners for the Pehuenche Project, aimed at enhancing Chile’s telecoms by connecting the Humboldt submarine cable to the Pehuenche border crossing.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Juan Andrés Bretón