Pellegrini & Rencoret Abogados

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Specialised in the prevention and resolution of complex disputes, boutique law firm Pellegrini & Rencoret Abogados displays ‘a deep understanding of the arbitration process’. The nine-strong team’s recent mandates include high-stakes gas, construction, engineering, real estate and fraud-related arbitrations (both at national and international levels). The practice’s key figures are arbitration expert Julio Pellegrini, who regularly sits as arbitrator at the Arbitration and Mediation Centre of the Santiago Chamber of Commerce (CAM Santiago), and the National Arbitration Centre (CNA); domestic and international arbitration specialist Fernando Zúñiga, whose track record includes working in the international arbitration practice of White & Case LLP's Paris office; and Pedro Rencoret, who acts in arbitrations concerning contractual claims and unfair competition. The senior bench is rounded out by Diego Ramos, whose expertise encompasses national and international arbitration, civil and commercial litigation, competition matters and regulated markets work. At associate level, Fernando Gazzella acts in construction contract-related arbitrations; and Bernardo Aylwin is a former foreign associate in the arbitration department of Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP’s New York office. Former counsel Felipe de Marinis left the firm in October 2025.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘What makes this practice unique is the thorough understanding of the process, the ability to anticipate events, and the strategic planning of the case at hand.’
  • ‘A deep understanding of the arbitration process and specific ​​construction matters is evident, which is essential for navigating trials with precision.’

Key clients

  • Gold Fields
  • Ausenco

Work highlights

Representing Gold Fields in two arbitrations against Sigdo Koppers, in relation to the Salares Norte project in Chile, the matter concerning a contract between the parties for the construction of Gold Fields' gold mine processing plant.