Class Actions
Chile
19 August 2025
FerradaNehme‘s four-member practice has extensive experience in the application of the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The firm, which also fields specialists in Chile’s recently-enacted Data Protection Law, is experienced in negotiating data processing agreements and performing data protection impact assessments. It also advises on legitimate interest and transfer impact assessments, along with preparing processing activity records and drafting privacy policies. With ’extensive practical experience in the field’, the practice has further developed risk matrixes to identify, assess, and prioritise data protection risks. In addition to her litigation experience, pharmaceutical, education and technology sector expert Stella Muñoz routinely advises on data protection-related compliance issues; and senior associate Bernarda Muñoz, who ‘provides a professional, friendly and first-class service’, assists with EU-related personal data protection work.
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Testimonials
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- ‘What makes this practice unique is that Ferrada Nehme is a firm that knows us as a company and understands how we are structured. This allows them to identify the types of personal data we handle in order to provide advice that is more specialised to our needs. Furthermore, they have highly skilled professionals who are experts in the relevant fields.
- Bernarda Muñoz is a lawyer with exceptional communication skills, a helpful attitude, and a profound understanding of technology and its impact on personal data. We love working with her.’
- ‘Well-versed in the practices, they ask the right questions, and are capable of efficiently conducting data-driven analysis.’
- ‘Characterised by its operationally-focused analysis, considering the pain points not only of the business but also of the team members of the end client where the practice is conducted.’
‘One of the firm's differentiating factors is its ability to address issues in a straightforward manner, allowing end clients to gain a clear understanding of their privacy maturity level or the actions they need to take.’
‘It's clear they're up-to-date on the law and the practical application of the issues - strong reputation in the market and extensive practical experience in the field.’
‘Outstanding technical ability, legal knowledge, and willingness to get the job done.’
‘Bernarda Muñoz provides a professional, friendly and first-class service.’
‘Bernarda Muñoz is highly professional, with a thorough understanding of the regulations - clear, able to summarise, and very good at her job.’
‘Bernarda Muñoz is always willing to address any concerns and propose ways to carry out projects efficiently, providing practical, reasonable recommendations and adding value to clients’ business.’
Key clients
- Novo Nordisk Farmacéutica
- SKY Airline
- Gimnasios Chile
- Inversiones O Dos
- Gimnasios Chile NLC
- Corporación Educacional Alianza Francesa-Santiago
- Brother International Corporation
- Natura Cosméticos
- Marsh Corredores de Seguros
- CAP
- Zurich Chile Seguros de Vida
- GC Rent Chile
Work highlights
Advising Gimnasios Chile, Inversiones O Dos and Gimnasios Chile NLC on privacy policies, international data transfers, data protection clauses in contracts with third parties, employee training, and implementing data governance structures.
Advising SKY Airline on a wide range of data protection issues relating to its customers and employees, as well as negotiating data processing agreements with vendors and strategic partners.
Providing Novo Nordisk Farmacéutica with a comprehensive assessment of its activities to ensure compliance with Chile's new Personal Data Protection Act.
Practice head
Stella Muñoz