Managing disputes in the mining, energy, healthcare, finance, retail and technology sectors, Carey’s lawyers ‘immerse themselves in the subject and acquire a high level of knowledge, so as to be able to answer all the points raised by the opposing side’. Handling conflicts throughout the litigation cycle, the 31-strong practice assists with pre-trial negotiations and case preparation, along with interlocutory motions, trial advocacy, appeals and enforcement proceedings; it has significant experience in civil and commercial disputes before Chile’s ordinary and specialised courts, as well as cases involving regulatory and administrative litigation. The practice fields several experienced practitioners, including: Aldo Molinari, a civil, commercial and administrative litigator, who ’has a knack for finding solutions’; Ricardo Reveco, who is ‘known for his exceptional availability and commitment, his deep legal and business knowledge, and his excellent communication and negotiation skills’; commercial litigation, regulatory dispute and arbitration expert, Juan Carlos Riesco; and Mónica Pérez, whose track record features cases involving urgent remedies, trial preparation and appellate advocacy. The team also showcases Roberto Villaseca, who focuses on civil and commercial litigation and alternative dispute resolution, alongside his bankruptcy, insolvency, and international trade dispute practices; and senior associate Mirko Villarroel, whose caseload covers civil and commercial litigation, before both ordinary courts and arbitral bodies.
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- The difference is the time, dedication, and depth devoted to the case. They immerse themselves in the subject and acquire a high level of knowledge, so as to be able to answer all the points raised by the opposing side. They take the time to listen and debate points and strategies.
- They allocate significant resources to examine all the evidence thoroughly, gaining a deeper understanding of the case than expected. They also coordinate the various teams and advisers from other areas, truly demonstrating leadership in the matter.
- Partner Ricardo Reveco is known for his exceptional availability and commitment, his deep legal and business knowledge, and his excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Carey has a deep understanding of how its clients' businesses operate and is available to collaborate with solutions and information useful for decision making in complex corporate governance structures.
- It is a team with high quality and technical knowledge, with a great ability to think on the spot according to the client's needs.
- Roberto Villaseca: He has a lot of knowledge, he is proactive and has a global strategy depending on the case.
- The team is highly qualified and specialised, always available to answer questions and streamline processes. It's appreciated that they always send the main documents well in advance so clients can review and approve them before submitting.
- Simply put: Mónica Pérez and Aldo Molinari make Carey's litigation department unique. They're a team that always puts clients at ease, knowing the case is in the best hands. Aldo has a knack for finding solutions, and Mónica for paving the way. They work exceptionally well together. They also have a brilliant and hardworking team of associates. Compared to other practices, this one stands out because clients always know where they stand, what the next step is, and where they are headed.
- Aldo Molinari is a highly respected and talented partner litigator. Jose Antonio Espinosa is an associate who provided daily assistance with performance at a very high level.
Key clients
- Bayer Chile
- Great Art
- Álvaro Saieh Bendeck
- H&M
- Administradora de Fondos de Inversión Amicorp
- Aquafarms
- Compañía General de Electricidad (CGE)
- Fantástico Sur
- Deloitte Servicios Profesionales
- BTI Analytics
- ED&F Man Commodities
- Aguas Pacífico
- Acueducto San Isidro Quilapilún
- The Not Company (NotCo)
- Cencosud
- Farmacias Ahumada
- Empresa Nacional de Minería
- ENAMI Litio
- Codelco, Salares de Chile and Minera Tarar
- Fresenius Kabi Chile
Work highlights
Defended Bayer Chile in a high-profile class action which alleged failure to disclose the alleged carcinogenic properties of the herbicide Roundup (based on the presence of glyphosate).
Defended Great Art and Álvaro Saieh Bendeck (Mr Saieh) against a Chilean collection proceeding, which was initiated by Itaú Unibanco (Nassau branch) to enforce an approximately $27m debt that was guaranteed by Mr Saieh.
Acted for H&M in a pre-contractual liability lawsuit seeking approximately $22m in damages for alleged abrupt termination of negotiations to open a store in Valdivia.
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Practice head
Ricardo Reveco; Aldo Molinari; Juan Carlos Riesco; Mónica Pérez; Roberto Villaseca