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Avenida El Bosque 130
Piso 12, Las Condes
SANTIAGO
Chile
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Larrain y Asociados Abogados > The Legal 500 Rankings
Energy and natural resources > Electricity and hydrocarbons
‘Distinguished by a very thorough knowledge of energy issues‘, Larrain y Asociados Abogados advises a range of companies on the gamut of energy projects, including wind, diesel, gas, carbon and hydro; moreover, its broad gas industry expertise covers liquefied natural gas sale and purchase agreements, regasification services, transport agreements and gas concessions. The seven-member group is also routinely mandated on energy and gas-related administrative and regulatory matters, along with regulatory and contractual energy and gas supply litigation, particularly claims before the Energy Panel of Experts, and ordinary, arbitral and antitrust courts. The practice is co-led by Jorge Granic, who has enviable experience in electricity regulation, power purchase agreements, power transmission projects and renewable power; and natural resources, energy law and project finance expert Cristóbal Morandé. Also highly regarded, of counsel Ricardo Peña’s energy expertise covers pipelines, power generation, and upstream, transmission and refining issues; and JoaquÃn Larrain is an experienced gas regulatory practitioner. At associate level, Javiera Méndez advises on the regulatory side to energy and gas work, while Francisco Cerda assists with the development and regulatory aspects of energy projects.Practice head(s):
Jorge Granic; Cristóbal Morandé
Testimonials
‘The teams are constantly updated on new trends and regulations – one of the firm’s strongest points.‘
‘Always shown to be aware of all legal changes and their implications for business. In relation to other firms, it has always been at the forefront in this regard.‘
‘Provides comprehensive advice, always delivering fast and accurate answers of great quality.’
‘Distinguished by a very thorough knowledge of energy issues and the provision of quick and accurate responses, as well as the commitment shown to achieving business objectives.‘
‘Great firm and lawyers.’
Key clients
Flux Solar EnergÃas Renovables
Metka EGN
Reden Solar
Empresa Eléctrica El Pinar
Emoac
BHP
Generadora Metropolitana
Guacolda EnergÃa
CHL Capital
Sociedad Punta del Cobre
Minera Goldfields
Work highlights
- Advised BHP on the negotiation of substation interconnection agreements.
- Advised Generadora Metropolitana on the negotiation of power purchase agreements.
- Advised Emoac on several agreements, including a power purchase agreement with Cerro Dominador.
Chile > Projects and infrastructure Tier 1
A go-to firm for project development, financing and construction, Larrain y Asociados Abogados‘ areas of recent growth range from desalinisation and seawater conveyance projects, to mining industry-related matters. Other recent highlights cover highways and toll roads, ports, bridges, hospitals, public concessions, industrial facilities and the energy sector in general. The 15-strong group advises on all stages of projects, its expertise covering ownership structuring, permits and community engagement plans, as well as related disputes. Widely-respected project development, infrastructure and energy and natural resources specialist Jorge Granic co-leads the team in conjunction with Arturo Bulnes, who advises on projects involving the concession of public works and services. Other highly-regarded advisers include construction contract-focused litigator Carlos Aravena; of counsel Ricardo Peña, who routinely structures energy and infrastructure projects; Cristóbal Morandé and Juan Carlos Bulnes, who both act on a broad range of project matters; infrastructure and energy project specialist JoaquÃn Larrain; and Juan de Dios Ferrada, who regularly structures complex project partnerships and joint ventures. Associates Javiera Méndez, Francisco Cerda, José Spoerer and Michelle Inzunza are all active team members.Practice head(s):
Arturo Bulnes; Jorge Granic
Testimonials
‘For project Finance, project development, project execution legal advice, Jorge Granic and Joaquin Larrain are our go-to figures.‘
Key clients
Antofagasta Minerals
Flux Solar EnergÃas Renovables
Metka EGN
Reden Solar
Grupo Abertis
Sociedad Concesionaria Autopista del Aconcagua
Various Highway Concessionnaires
Sociedad Concesionaria Región Sur
Sociedad Punta del Cobre
Generadora Metropolitana
Work highlights
- Advised Grupo GIA and Sociedad Concesionaria Región Sur on the bidding and awarding process for the concession contract for the execution, repair, conservation and operation of public hospital projects.
- Advised Antofagasta Minerals on the international tender process for the design, financing, construction, operation and maintenance of a seawater duct and pumping system.
- Advising Generadora Metropolitana on the contract management of its Los Vientos gas conversion EPC Project and CEME 1 (large solar project) plant construction.
Chile > Banking and finance Tier 2
Larrain y Asociados Abogados ' banking and finance practice routinely advises banks, insurance companies, agents and companies on large-value loans at both domestic and international levels. The six-member team’s credentials cover acquisition and structured financing, along with the financing of energy, petrochemical, mining, and public and private infrastructure projects. Recent work particularly focused on project finance deals, corporate and bilateral loan agreements, and the modification and restructuring of previously-negotiated credit facilities. The department features project finance specialists Patricio Montes and Diego Garay (a partner since early 2022), while energy and natural resources expert Jorge Granic advises on the financing of industrial projects. The next line of key advisers features Cristóbal Morandé and JoaquÃn Larrain, who are both active in project finance work; and experienced associates Teresita Vinagre and Michelle Inzunza.Practice head(s):
Patricio Montes
Testimonials
‘Patricio Montes demonstrates great professional and managerial capacity. This has given us great confidence and support in relation to the financings that the bank has granted. A differentiating element is his ability to unblock conflicts and propose practical solutions. He also demonstrates leadership and executive presence.‘
‘They are highly focused on their clients.‘
‘The firm clearly has vast experience in structured financings.‘
Key clients
Banco Consorcio
CompañÃa de Seguros de Vida Consorcio Nacional de Seguros
Banco del Estado de Chile
Banco BCI
Banco Security
Reden Investments Chile
Reden Development Chile
Banco Internacional
Banco de Chile
Itaú Corpbanca
Work highlights
- Advised Reden Investments Chile and Reden Development Chile on the issuance of international bonds under New York law.
- Advised Banco de Chile, Banco del Estado de Chile, Banco BCI and others on the financing of a public works project called Sociedad Concesionaria Américo Vespucio Oriente.
- Advised Banco Security on the negotiation, documentation and closing of additional financing granted to Fondo de Inversión Público Penta Las Américas Infraestructura Tres.
Energy and natural resources > Mining Tier 2
The eight-lawyer mining practice at Larrain y Asociados Abogados acts for major mining companies at survey, exploration, development, construction and operational stages. It also advises on the acquisition and sale of mining companies and mining assets; and is sought out by mining clients to negotiate royalty agreements, as well as key supply and infrastructure project contracts for gas, fuel, chemicals, mining equipment, and train and port services. The practice is jointly led by Jorge Granic, whose clients include a number of major mining companies; and Cristóbal Morandé, whose practice encompasses energy and natural resources, project finance, M&A, and commercial and corporate law. Growth in the team includes the 2022 promotion of project development and financing specialist JoaquÃn Larrain to partner; while Francisco Cerda (a former foreign associate in Herbert Smith Freehills' New York office) and Javiera Méndez (energy, gas, public law and regulated services) are the associates to note.Practice head(s):
Jorge Granic; Cristóbal Morandé
Testimonials
‘Great firm and lawyers for mining law and litigation.’
‘Jorge Granic’s work is highly precise.‘
Key clients
Gold Fields
Sociedad Punta del Cobre
Flux Solar EnergÃas Renovables
BHP
Minera Goldfields
Metka EGN
Reden Solar
Sociedad Punta del Cobre
Work highlights
- Advises South African mining company Gold Fields on the Salares Norte mining project.
- Advising Pucobre on the El Espino mining project, a greenfield deposit in the Coquimbo Region of Chile.
- Advised Pucobre on a joint venture with Codelco for the exploration and development of a copper mining project in Antofagasta.
Chile > Real estate Tier 2
The seven-member real estate team at Larrain y Asociados Abogados advises on a wide array of sectors, including hospitality, residential and both non-urban and industrial developments. The group is also on hand to assist with renewable energy, forestry, agricultural and conservation projects, while standing out for its infrastructure and construction credentials. It is also increasingly active in relation to commercial real estate, such as cinemas, gas stations and malls. Jointly heading the department, José Pedro Baraona is a longstanding adviser to developers, lenders, buyers and sellers; and Juan Carlos Bulnes (a former Undersecretary at Chile’s National Property Ministry) is experienced in agroindustry, tourism and conservation work, along with urban matters and developments involving state-owned property. Raised to the partnership in January 2022, Juan de Dios Ferrada acts on real estate developments and acquisitions under both asset and share deal structures. Key support comes from associates Michelle Inzunza, who advises on real estate, public works concessions and project developments, and land contract expert José Spoerer.Practice head(s):
José Pedro Baraona; Juan Carlos Bulnes
Key clients
NCH Hoteles
Empresas CMPC
Inmobiliaria Tecton
Day a Day
Work highlights
- Advising Inmobiliaria Tecton on the development of several projects in Santiago.
- Advising Empresas CMPC (and its subsidiaries) on real estate matters, including the purchase, development and leasing of industrial premises.
- Advising NCH Hoteles on different hotel asset acquisitions.
Chile > Corporate and M&A Tier 3
Larrain y Asociados Abogados‘ experienced corporate department specialises in M&A, restructuring, day-to-day corporate activities, and asset purchases and sales; and the 15-strong group is particularly active in construction, infrastructure and energy-related M&A deals. The group is jointly led by Arturo Bulnes, whose M&A experience covers the infrastructure, transportation, retail and services industries; and Jorge Granic, an adviser to mining and energy players on corporate and finance matters. Cristóbal Morandé, whose recent track record includes M&A deals involving power, real estate, and commercial infrastructure; Juan Carlos Bulnes, who routinely acts for fund managers and tourism operators; and of counsel Ricardo Peña, a longstanding expert in gas-related matters, are all additional partner level practitioners with considerable experience. Notable growth during 2022 includes the promotion of ‘extraordinary negotiator‘ Juan de Dios Ferrada to partner, and the arrival of ‘great recent addition‘, associate Andrés del Sante from Claro & Cia.Practice head(s):
Arturo Bulnes; Jorge Granic
Testimonials
‘A team that works very well.’
‘A very dedicated team of professionals.‘
‘Provides a dedicated service with full availability to resolve all kinds of problems.‘
‘Fully dedicated to meeting clients’ needs with the ability to resolve complex and adverse situations.’
‘The team of professionals is totally dedicated and 100% present throughout assignments.‘
‘All the professionals on the team have great knowledge of their work.’
‘Juan de Dios Ferrada is a trusted adviser, who understands clients’ business, inspires confidence, and is an extraordinary negotiator.‘
‘Associate Andrés del Sante is a great recent addition.’
Key clients
Flux Solar EnergÃas Renovables
Minera Centinela
Metka EGN
ICAFAL Inversiones
Copec
Asmin Industrial
CHL Capital
Gold Fields
Work highlights
- Advised CHL Capital on the purchase of Embotelladora Metropolitana (on behalf of Inversiones AndalucÃa).
- Advised Copec on the due diligence, negotiation and signing of an agreement with BX Private Investment Fund and Inversiones Blue to acquire Blue Express.
- Advised Icafal Inversiones on the purchase (secondary acquisition) and subscription (primary acquisition) of a stake in Tritec-Intervento.
Chile > Dispute resolution: litigation Tier 3
Housing ‘a team of lawyers at the highest level', Larrain y Asociados Abogados is routinely mandated on commercial, civil, bankruptcy, tax and administrative litigation. The nine-member team also acts in disputes brought before Chile’s Consumer Agency, SERNAC, in relation to the energy, water, sanitation and public services sectors. José Pedro Baraona has a strong track record in litigation; Carlos Aravena acts in disputes involving public infrastructure works; and Isabel Palacios -a partner since January 2022- specialises in civil and commercial cases. Tax expert VÃctor Manuel Avilés is also a key contentious practitioner. In the associate ranks, seniors César Vásquez and Claudio Torres, along with Macarena Gonzalez, Catalina Cortez, and 2022 hire from Andrade Leiva Abogados, Daniela Baron all maintain litigation-focused practices.Practice head(s):
José Pedro Baraona; Carlos Aravena; Isabel Palacios
Testimonials
‘Professionals, who are studious, proactive, empathetic and clear.‘
‘Clear collection and billing system.‘
‘A team of lawyers at the highest level.‘
‘José Pedro Baraona leads his team very well.’
Key clients
Grupo SAESA
Banco Consorcio
Condominio Parque Monasterio
San Sebastian Inmobiliaria
AIM Fútbol
Sociedad Concesionaria Vespucio Norte Express
FLSmidth
Sociedad Punta del Cobre
Industrias Vinicas
Work highlights
- Acted for Sociedad Punta del Cobre in a constitutional action filed by residents of Tierra Amarilla (a town in northern Chile).
- Advised Grupo SAESA in judicial proceedings against the National Consumer Service (SERNAC), in relation to supply disruptions.
- Representing FLSmidth in several lawsuits, including against Transportes y Servicios J&K and Iremin.
Chile > Environment Tier 4
Chile > Intellectual property Tier 4
Larrain y Asociados Abogados‘'IP practice ‘provides advice that adds value'. The four-member group specialises in industrial property matters, copyright, and plant varieties; and it has particular expertise in licensing contracts and other music industry agreements. The department is also noted for its fusion of constitutional law and IP matters; and its experience extends to litigation before the Chilean Trademark Office, the Industrial Property Court, and the Supreme Court, as well as domain name issues. The group is co-led by experienced partner José Pedro Baraona, who also heads the firm’s real estate practice; and senior associate Sebastián Prieto, who is ‘highlighted for his knowledge of IP legislation'.Practice head(s):
José Pedro Baraona; Sebastián Prieto
Testimonials
‘IP lawyers with knowledge of clients’ business and the markets in which they operate – provides advice that adds value, where effective protection of designs, products and trade marks is achieved.‘
‘Sebastián Prieto stands out for the speed and agility with which he resolves queries, and how he manages the requests that are made of him.‘
‘Sebastián Prieto is highlighted for his knowledge of IP legislation and how the different procedures associated with IP matters work.‘
Key clients
Watt’s
Universal Music
Dr August Wolff Gmbh & Co
CompañÃa Papelera Del PacÃfico
Ab Tetra Pak
McCain Foods
Aloha Beauty
Alberto Aspesi & Co
Viña Santa Carolina
Agricola Cameron
Meridiam
Sun World International
Recupac
CompañÃas CIC
Inmobiliaria Parques Y Jardines
NCH Hoteles
Pelican Products
Stepan Company
Fundacion Minera Escondida
Felipe Pini Chacon
Work highlights
- Advising Universal Music on the preparation of contracts with both Chilean and international artists.
- Advises AB Tetra Pack on all its IP issues in Chile.
- Advises Viña Santa Carolina on its IP matters.
Chile > Labour and employment Tier 4
Larrain y Asociados Abogados is particularly well known for its representation of mining and education sector clients. The four-member team’s scope ranges from litigation, recruitment and cross-border employment and migratory issues, to collective bargaining, M&A-related employment issues, and general advice on employment and social security matters. The team is led by Andrés Silva, an expert in collective bargaining and general labour-related corporate advice; and -in a boost to the practice- labour law litigator Jorge Parro became the firm’s first-ever director in September 2022. Within the associate ranks, Consuelo Misle and Valentina Calderón both focus on labour law.Practice head(s):
Andrés Silva
Testimonials
‘Among the aspects that I consider that LarraÃn’s labour area stands out from other lawyers is their quick response to requests, their pre-judicial negotiation capacity and the administrative order of collections. A detail arrives per lawyer with the activities carried out and the times involved.‘
‘Andrés Silva. Good judgment when analyzing complex situations. He delivers a strategic look beyond the legal one.‘
‘As a team they are very well coordinated, they answer quickly and their answers contain both knowledge of the laws, and relevant background of practical cases and past experiences. The billing service is agile, it follows up on pending charges and once the expense is authorised, billing is fast, without inconvenience. The face-to-face attention is excellent, the offices are very good and the support for meetings and others works very well.‘
‘Their answers are quick. The empathy and ethics of its collaborators is highlighted when proposing possible solutions and responses. Over time they manage to know and understand the client’s business, to provide a tailored service. They attends us with very good results Andrés Silva and Consuelo Misle.’
‘LarraÃn y Asociados is a law firm with expertise in labour and other areas with which they also provide us with services. They are extremely concerned about taking care of the company’s image and being rigorous in the analysis of proposals.‘
‘The senior lawyers are quite close, you can have meetings with them, each area has its own legal expert. I would highlight partner Andrés Silva.‘
Key clients
Sociedad Punta del Cobre
Santo Tomás Educational Group
FLSmidth
La Polar Group
Constructora de Infraestructura de Chile
Seguros Sura Chile
Larrain Vial Companies
Chep Chile
Cinemark Chile
Industrias VÃnicas
Work highlights
- Defended Santo Tomás Educational Group before the labour courts against a lawsuit filed by a union from Universidad Santo Tomás.
- Defended Pucobre against a lawsuit filed by a subcontracted employee to obtain compensation (further to illness).
- Provided legal advice to Zamine Service Chile during its collective bargaining process with a union.
Chile > Tax Tier 4
Assisting with both tax advisory matters and tax disputes, Larrain y Asociados Abogados‘ practice also incorporates compliance work, as well the implementation of business reorganisations; and the firm’s sector experience covers energy, gas, mining, airlines, agribusinesses and investment funds. The four-member team is led by tax planning specialist VÃctor Manuel Avilés; and within the firm’s associate pool, Eduardo Irribarra is a former adviser to Chile’s IRS, while Manuel Larrain focuses on commercial, tax and customs matters.Practice head(s):
VÃctor Manuel Avilés
Chile > Dispute resolution: arbitration
Larrain y Asociados Abogados > Firm Profile
Larrain y Asociados Abogados was founded in 1994 and has grown to become a 40 lawyer firm with significant accumulated legal expertise. The experience and understanding of the legal team allows them to fully and efficiently advise clients in the most relevant areas of law and the firm is internally organized in different practice groups based on areas of expertise.
One of the firm’s characteristics is significant growth in the recruitment of lawyers from the best universities and with excellent qualifications. So, It has sought to hire well-qualified lawyers and keep the firm’s size at a level so as not to prevent it from embracing complex transactions while permitting it to have a competitive and efficient cost structure.
Larrain y Asociados, through well integrated and collaborative work, seeks to provide high quality and prompt services for its clients. Integration in the quality of work is a guarantee, as long as the lawyer in charge can confer with experts, maximizing the depth and without increasing costs for clients.
All of its lawyers are graduates from Chile’s leading law schools and many have postgraduate degrees and doctorates from the finest prestigious foreign programs and have also worked in renowned law firms in the United States, Canada, Germany and France.
Lawyers are encouraged to do pro bono work and commit to academic endeavors, as teachers or researchers in connection with their legal practice.
Larrain y Asociados is a member of the International Lawyers Network and the International Trademark Association (INTA).
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Arbitration | Carlos Aravena | caravena@larrain.cl | |
Tax | VÃctor Manuel Avilés | vm_aviles@larrain.cl | |
Litigation / Real Estate | José Pedro Baraona | jpbaraona@larrain.cl | |
Projects/ Concessions | Arturo Bulnes | abulnes@larrain.cl | |
Corporate M&A / Real Estate | Juan Carlos Bulnes | jcbulnes@larrain.cl | |
Energy / Mining | Jorge Granic | jgranic@larrain.cl | |
Aviation /Corporate M&A | Carlos I Larrain | cilarrain@larrain.cl | |
Banks and Financing | Patricio Montes | pmontes@larrain.cl | |
Energy / Regulated Services | Cristóbal Moránde | cmorande@larrain.cl | |
Labour | Andrés Silva | asilva@larrain.cl | |
Arbitration / Litigation | Isabel Palacios | ipalacios@larrain.cl | |
Projects / Energy | JoaquÃn Larrain | jlarrain@larrain.cl | |
Corporate / Projects | Juan de Dios Ferrada | jferrada@larrain.cl | |
Banks and Financing | Diego Garay | dgaray@larrain.cl |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Mr Carlos Aravena | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr VÃctor Manuel Avilés | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr José Pedro Baraona | Patner | View Profile | |
Mr Arturo Bulnes | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Juan Carlos Bulnes | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Francisco Cerda | Associate | View Profile | |
Mr Juan de Dios Ferrada | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Diego Garay | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Jorge Granic | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Carlos Ignacio Larrain | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr JoaquÃn Larrain | Partner | View Profile | |
Ms Javiera Méndez | Associate | View Profile | |
Mr Patricio Montes | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Cristóbal Morandé | Partner | View Profile | |
Ms Isabel Palacios | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Ricardo Peña | Of Counsel | View Profile | |
Mr Pablo Ruiz-Tagle | Passive Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Andrés Silva | Partner | View Profile |
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IBA (International Bar Association) AIDA International Insurance Law Association International Trademark Association (INTA) ASIPI ICC- Energy and natural resources > Electricity and hydrocarbons
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