Carey ‘stands out for the extensive experience and professional quality of its partners, along with the tremendous work capacity of its associates’. The large, 32-strong litigation team has an enviable market reputation for its handling of complex civil and commercial disputes, international trade conflicts, and bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings. Highlights include defending German multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company, Bayer, against a class action that was initiated by consumer association ODECU for alleged Consumer Protection Act infringements. The full-service department comprises several highly-rated litigators, namely: civil, commercial and administrative litigation specialist, Aldo Molinari, who is ’spectacularly intelligent’; Ricardo Reveco, an expert in civil and commercial litigation, as well as arbitration, bankruptcy and insolvency mandates; Juan Carlos Riesco, who in addition to civil, commercial and regulatory litigation, covers antitrust issues and national and international arbitration; the ‘very dedicated’ Mónica Pérez, whose caseload encompasses class actions, contracts, torts, insurance and consumer protection law; and Roberto Villaseca, who is experienced in civil and commercial litigation, alternative dispute resolution, international trade disputes, and bankruptcy and insolvency issues. In the senior associate ranks, the experience of Mirko Villarroel includes supporting Molinari and Pérez with the defence of Swedish fashion retailer H&M against a lawsuit, brought by Inmobiliaria e Inversiones Mall Plaza de los Ríos, for allegedly breaking-off subleasing contract negotiations.
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- ‘The Carey team's responses are swift and accurate. They handle enquiries quickly, answer any questions clients may have, and are available for concerns and updates at all times.’
- ‘Compared to other firms, Carey is one of those with the fastest response times. Competent and effective.’
- ‘They are a large team, but they know how to provide personalised attention.’
- ‘The firm stands out for the extensive experience and professional quality of its partners, along with the tremendous work capacity of its associates, delivering a very high value proposition versus its costs.’
- ‘Ricardo Reveco and Juan Carlos Riesco stand out. They respond quickly, no matter the hour, and provide clear and consistent follow-up on cases. Clients highlight their extensive experience, commitment to clients, and solid knowledge.’
- ‘Aldo Molinari is a great lawyer, who is intelligent and always available. Very reliable.’
- ‘Aldo Molinari is spectacularly intelligent.’
- ‘Mónica Pérez is very dedicated and clients have complete confidence in her advice.’
- 'In addition to their in-depth knowledge of the field, they also have a 360-degree view of the problem, including specific expertise in many types of business. This makes them stand out from other lawyers who specialize only in a specific type of dispute resolution. They greatly assist us in the negotiation process, providing multiple options for action, as well as supporting us in the steps taken after the signing of the agreements.'
- 'The team that has helped us is primarily Ricardo Reveco, Roberto Villaseca, and Francisco Torm. They always work hand-in-hand with other areas of Carey, coordinated by Jorge Ugarte. The comprehensive vision they bring to the business and the support they provide us are far superior.'
Key clients
- Codelco
- Bayer
- GMF
- Porsche Inter Auto
- Banmédica & Vida Tres
- H&M
- Deloitte Auditores y Consultores
- Deloitte Servicios Profesionales
- WOM
- Mundo Pacífico
- NotCo
- Aguas Pacífico
- Marimaca Copper
- Pacific Minning Parts Chile
- Baron Philippe de Rothschild
- Cencosud
Work highlights
Defended Bayer against a class action, which was initiated by consumer association ODECU for alleged infringements to the Consumer Protection Act.
Assisting Deloitte, as external auditor of factoring company Primus Capital, in relation to an alleged fraud committed by certain company executives.
Defended H&M against a lawsuit filed by Inmobiliaria e Inversiones Mall Plaza de Los Ríos, further to the alleged breaking-off of contractual negotiations for a subleasing contract.
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Mirko Villarroel
Practice head
Ricardo Reveco; Aldo Molinari; Juan Carlos Riesco; Mónica Pérez; Roberto Villaseca