Established in April 2024 by former CMS Carey & Allende partners, A/C/R Legal's lawyers ‘stand out for their knowledge of venture capital’. The seven-member team assists start-ups with each growth phase; while its advice covers employment issues, taxation, investment rounds, IP matters, geographical expansion and the negotiation of exits. Heading up the firm’s venture capital and innovation department, Diego Rodríguez's ’active involvement helps clients resolve their concerns’. Rodríguez’s track record includes advising major start-ups from the fintech, biotech and cleantech sectors, as well as venture capital funds, corporate venture capitalists and family offices. Providing notable support, Pedro Allende's experience includes assisting start-ups with raising capital, along with advising foreign venture capital funds on their investments in Chilean start-ups.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Rapid resolution of the issues raised by clients. These rapid responses allow clients to move forward on various urgent legal matters that may impact their business.’
- ‘Deep relationships with clients and organised processes.’
- ‘A clear commitment to supporting the client.’
- ‘They stand out for their knowledge of venture capital.’
- ‘The A/C/R team's knowledge of the business, related legal aspects, and how legal issues can impact the course of business, is highly valued.’
- ‘A/C/R fosters a very close relationship between its partners and clients.’
Key clients
- Rayo
- Buydepa
- Nivelat
- BICE CVC
- FarmaLoop
- Radar
- Spora
- Ainwater
- GoodMeal
- Wivet
- Pop Estate
Work highlights
Advised start-up Buydepa on its listing on the Santiago Stock Exchange.
Advised Nivelat on the sale of all its shares to Talana.
Advising Banco BICE on its start-up investments.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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
Diego Rodríguez