Lembeye’s four-member white-collar crime and compliance department leverages expertise in civil, commercial and criminal litigation to advise on economic and corporate crime matters, including internal company investigations. Leading the group, Daniel Praetorius has extensive experience in civil and criminal litigation, administrative sanction proceedings, and the development and implementation of compliance programmes.
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- One of the most noteworthy aspects is the team's ability to integrate expertise in litigation, internal investigations, compliance, and white-collar crime into a single strategy. This allows them to address complex matters from a holistic perspective. What truly sets them apart is the combination of technical excellence, practical experience, and close client relationships. Daniel Praetorius stands out for his leadership, strategic vision, and extensive experience in some of the most significant cases in the Chilean market. The team maintains constant communication, demonstrates a strong commitment to client objectives, and delivers effective, results-oriented solutions.
- The practice stands out for combining solid experience in white-collar crime, complex investigations, and crisis management with a strategic business perspective. The team understands that these types of cases involve not only legal risks but also reputational, regulatory, and corporate impacts. In our experience, the team led by Daniel Praetorius is distinguished by its ability to analyze complex situations, anticipate scenarios, and design effective strategies. Compared to other firms, it excels in the direct involvement of partners, its rapid response, and its capacity to deliver clear and practical solutions under intense pressure.
- Daniel Praetorious is a lawyer who stands out from other lawyers for his practical and experienced approach to his issues.
- Daniel Praetorius is a lawyer who is approachable, direct, and generally takes on the task directly until the end.
- Daniel Praetorius is particularly noteworthy for his experience and handling of highly sensitive cases, alongside Carla Cortés, who brings order, speed, and significant support to the execution. Together, they form a very solid and reliable team.
- The white-collar practice stands out for its strategic handling of sensitive cases, where legal and reputational considerations go hand in hand. The team understands the pressure clients face and acts with sound judgment, discretion, and speed. Compared to other firms, they excel in their comprehensive approach and their ability to coordinate legal, financial, and communications aspects. They have cultivated a highly direct and flexible working style, adapting well to urgent or high-profile situations.
Key clients
- Globalvía
- Sadia Chile
- Ingesmart
- Nutram
Work highlights
Representing Ingesmart in a criminal action, which was filed against the current head of the Subsecretaria de Prevención del Delito (SPD) for misappropriation and malfeasance, in relation to supplied surveillance cameras.
Represented high-ranking officers of Nutram in a criminal case for alleged fraud, which was initiated by a service provider and finally dismissed by the Public Prosecutor’s Office.
Practice head
Daniel Praetorius