The international firm Garrigues will integrate the Chilean firm Barros, Silva, Varela & Vigil to lead the legal market in Chile y Latinoamérica, offering comprehensive cross-border advice in a context of regional economic recovery.
The operation between Garrigues y Barros, Silva, Varela & Vigil (BSVV), a multi-service law firm with over a decade of experience, will allow both entities to operate under the single brand of GarriguesThe contractual documentation is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks and submitted to the corresponding shareholders' meetings, thus sealing the alliance. highly complementary by focus and positioning.
Consolidation of capabilities and synergies in the Chilean market
The union of both structures will result in a leading firm in Chilewith a team of over 130 legal professionals, including 24 partners. The 11 current partners of BSVV will be incorporated into partnerships global Garriguescontributing its deep knowledge of the local market and its technical expertise. This move seeks to generate synergies that combine the firm's international strength with the Chilean firm's local strategic vision.
The following details the key figures and scope of this strategic operation:
| Key Indicator | Detail / Figure |
|---|---|
| full team in Chile post-integration | More than 130 lawyers |
| Total number of members in Chile | 24 partners |
| Partners incorporated from BSVV | 11 partners |
| Garrigues Global Revenue 2025 | 527,69 millones de euros |
| International business growth 2025 | 44,5 % |
| Presence in Latin America | Chile, Colombia, México, Perú |
Strategic commitment to Latin America
To GarriguesThe Latin American region represents a fundamental axis of growth. With a history of more than 50 years of relationship with the continent, the firm operates under a model one-stop shop which coordinates cross-border projects in 12 countries and 4 continents. This movement in Chile It follows the milestone achieved in 2025 with the integration of Sánchez Devanny en México.
Fernando Vives, CEO of Garrigues, has expressed its satisfaction: "We are deeply satisfied with this integration which confirms the interest of Garrigues for continuing to be a benchmark in LatinoaméricaTo the members of Garrigues and BSVV We share the same values and goals of excellence."
For its part, Luis Felipe Merino, partner responsible for the office of Garrigues en ChileHe highlighted the complementarity of cultures, while Fernando Barros Vial, partner of Barros, Silva, Varela & VigilHe emphasized that this step allows for strengthening leadership in the country and promoting innovation to face the current challenges of the legal market.
Competitive advantages of integration
- Comprehensive Consulting: Ability to cover all areas of business law under a single platform.
- International Fortress: Access to a global network that supports complex and cross-border operations.
- Institutionalization: Strengthening talent development and internal legal management processes.
- Innovation: Implementation of new solutions for current challenges in logistics and foreign trade.
Key points and frequently asked questions about Garrigues' integration in Chile
What impact does this operation have on Garrigues' structure in Chile?
The integration consolidates a team of more than 130 lawyers and a total of 24 partners, incorporating the 11 partners of BSVV to the firm's international partnership.
What is the importance of international business for the firm?
In fiscal year 2025, the international business of Garrigues represented more than 17% of total of its income, after experiencing growth of 44,5 % over the previous year.
In which other Latin American countries does the firm have a direct presence?
In addition to its strengthened presence in Chile, Garrigues It has its own offices in Colombia, México y Perú, coordinating a global network in 12 countries.
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