Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría
The seven-member venture capital and technology practice at ‘first-class’ international law firm Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría routinely acts for start-ups, investors, foreign and domestic VC funds, and companies with corporate VC initiatives. The ’very powerful’ team covers fundraising rounds, internationalisation structures, fintech and regulatory matters, and clients additionally benefit from the firm’s approximately 10-year strategic alliance with Endeavor, which provides mentoring assistance to entrepreneurs when launching in foreign jurisdictions. The principal advisers are Nicolás Santana (‘demonstrates great knowledge of the industry’), who advises start-ups on capital raising; and principal associate and international tax law specialist, María Jesús Ibáñez.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team is very powerful - a first-class firm with lawyers who are very gifted and highly qualified.'
- 'Relationships with clients are very good and the team is truly incredible.'
- 'The VC team is highly efficient. It differs from how it connects with clients, and the way it communicates really stands out.'
- 'Outstanding team for the great availability of all its professionals.'
- 'The value for money and the delivered product were excellent.'
- 'The services were provided proactively and in strict compliance with the agreed timescales.'
- 'Nicolás Santana provides agile advice and demonstrates great knowledge of the industry and the market.'
- 'The team's best qualities are its professional skills, highly gifted legal knowledge, and a willingness to answer all clients' questions. Nicolás Santana and María Jesús Ibáñez are personally highlighted.'
Work highlights
- Advised Softbank on the Chilean aspects of VC fund SoftBank Latin America Fund's investment in the series C round of Nowports, which raised $150m.
- Advises Kaufmann Ventures on an ongoing basis.
- Advises Lilac Solutions on general corporate matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Nicholas Santana, Maria Jesus Ibanez