Ciudad Legal, founded in 2010 by Antón Carrasco Guzmán, is a Valparaíso-based Chilean law firm specializing in complex criminal defense and high-stakes litigation. The firm combines strategic litigation design with rigorous courtroom advocacy to address violent, sexual and economic crimes, as well as other demanding criminal matters for individuals and organizations.

Beyond criminal defense, the firm advises on public procurement, investigations and administrative law matters, and handles urban planning and real estate issues. It also represents clients in intellectual property matters, including the registration and protection of trademarks and other IP rights, reflecting a multidisciplinary capability across business, property and IP.

Ciudad Legal emphasizes client service through direct consultation, tailored strategy development and ongoing case management, ensuring clear communication and practical guidance throughout the legal process. With roots in Valparaíso and a track record of handling complex cases, the firm remains focused on delivering effective solutions for individuals and organizations.

About Ciudad Legal

Founded in 2010


Practice areas
Criminal Defense
Lawsuits & Disputes
Real Estate
Intellectual Property
Corporate & Commercial

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Criminal Defense

Ciudad Legal focuses on criminal defense for complex cases, representing clients in penal matters and handling violent, sexual and economic crimes, with strategic defense and robust litigation before prosecutors and trial and appellate courts.
Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime

Lawsuits & Disputes

The firm designs strategic litigation and provides robust advocacy in civil, commercial and administrative disputes, guiding clients through litigation and dispute resolution processes with a practical, results oriented approach.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Real Estate

Ciudad Legal advises on urban planning and real estate matters, including regulatory compliance for zoning and construction and handling real estate transactions to align with Chilean planning and building regulations.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Intellectual Property

The firm assists with trademark registration and protection and other intellectual property rights, advising on brand protection and IP enforcement to safeguard clients' assets.
Copyright
Patent
Trademark
Art & Cultural Property Law

Corporate & Commercial

The firm supports corporate and commercial matters including public procurement and government contracting, as well as general commercial agreements to advance clients' business objectives.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls