A ‘full-service law firm with a boutique-style spirit’, Jara del Favero Abogados has significant experience in the acquisition and sale of construction, shopping centre, laboratory, logistics and project-related companies. The 10-strong corporate and M&A practice is co-led by Felipe Ovalle, who has over 30 years’ experience in M&A, as well as securities, project finance, and public works and infrastructure concessions; and Sven Herlin, an adviser on investments, M&A and commercial and corporate law, along with real estate, share placements and financings. Other names to note are Christian Schiessler, whose workload encompasses investment and mutual funds, establishing foreign investment vehicles, private equity investments, and venture capital (among others). The practice of senior associate Felipe Davanzo covers M&A and corporate and commercial law, as well as project finance.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Excellent availability to address multiple issues simultaneously.’
- ‘Quality reviews and legal documentation preparation - analysis of legal issues from a strategic business perspective and prompt responses.’
- ‘A full-service law firm with a boutique-style spirit.’
- ‘Personalised attention and full team availability, as well as a proactive attitude when it comes to managing transactions.’
- ‘Total availability at all times to address last-minute requirements and a deep business acumen.’
- ‘The ability to adapt to working in multicultural environments with clients from various countries and regions.’
Key clients
- Komatsu
- Modular Mining Solutions
Work highlights
Advised Komatsu on the acquisition of Octodots Analytics, a Chilean company and owner of software that optimises the management of transportation fleets in the mining industry.
Practice head
Sven Herlin; Felipe Ovalle