Alberto Precht

Areas of Practice

• Public Law
• Transparency and Anti-Corruption
• Communications and Public Affairs

Education

• Lawyer, Bachelor of Legal and Social Sciences, Universidad de Chile
• Master’s Degree in Political Communication and Public Affairs, Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez
• Certificate in International Compliance and Ethics
• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)

Professional Experience

• AGPP Paillaleve Precht Abogados, Partner, 2022–present
• Televisión Nacional de Chile, Panelist, present
• Transparency International, Board Member, 2018–2024
• Chile Transparente, Executive Director, 2014–2021
• Government of Chile, Chair of the Citizens’ Defense and Administrative Transparency Commission, 2011–2014
• Parliamentary Advisor, 2007–2010
• Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), International Consultant, 2014–present
• International Consultant and Speaker, 2014–present

Academic Activities

• Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez, School of Journalism, Adjunct Professor (Undergraduate and Graduate), 2018–present
• Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Adjunct Professor, Probity Diploma Programme, 2012–present
• Universidad Alberto Hurtado, Professor of Right to Information, 2021

Recognitions

• Chambers & Partners
  “Alberto Precht Rorris provides a very solid level of client service and overall attention. He stands out for his sincerity, approachability, and ability to communicate effectively—in clear and accessible language—the best ways to approach a case. His constitutional perspective adds significant value when analyzing strategic options.”
• “Alberto Precht Rorris demonstrates strong command of the matters he handles and stands out for the clarity with which he communicates his ideas and strategies.”
• Client testimonials – Chambers & Partners rankings
• Second Prize, Constitutional Court Award 2017, for his undergraduate thesis.