Tomás Fontaine
About Tomás Fontaine
Tomás Fontaine is a lawyer based in Santiago, CL and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Chile™ since 2026. Tomás Fontaine is recognized in the following practice area:
- Santiago, Chile
- Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Barros Silva Varela & Vigil
Location: Santiago, CL
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