Yrarrázaval, Ruiz-Tagle, Ovalle, Salas & Vial houses ‘a very solid team in which clients fully trust’. Well known for construction, energy, telecoms and finance-related disputes, the firm’s dispute resolution practice is also increasingly mandated to act in major construction and unfair competition-related litigation. The practice is co-led by ’very intelligent, dedicated professional’ Gerardo Ovalle, who is experienced in construction disputes, unfair competition and tort suits; and Fernando Salas, who focuses on construction, energy, real estate and unfair competition cases. The next line of key practitioners includes civil and commercial litigation specialist Anibal Vial; and Miguel Dibarrart, who has notable experience before both courts and arbitral tribunals. Camila Becker is an experienced associate.
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‘A very solid and balanced team - professionals of different ages but united by a seal of excellence and rigour.’
‘In-depth attention to the topics and dedication of time. Great work ethic.’
‘A very solid team in which clients fully trust.’
‘Very good at litigating. In addition, they have a valuable advantage - they have almost no conflicts of interest and for this reason they can hit harder without the risk of losing clientele.’
‘A team that is 100% committed to the client.’
‘Gerardo Ovalle is a very intelligent, dedicated professional, who has great management of interpersonal relationships.’
‘Gerardo Ovalle gets deeply involved in the issues he takes on and manages to coordinate them very well.’
‘Fernando Salas coordinates work perfectly and directs younger partners and associates excellently.’
Key clients
- RMD Kwikform
- Guillermo Bobenrieth GP
- BMI Servicios Inmobiliarios
- Clariant Colorquimica
- Pingon
- Fondo de Inversión Privado Zurich Deuda
- Privada
- Instituto Profesional Los Lagos
- Burger Grúas
- Jose de la Cerda
Work highlights
- Representing Claro Comunicaciones in a $41m telecoms dispute.
- Represents Fondo de Inversión Privado Zurich Deuda Privada in the headline Factop case (a factoring scandal), the firm’s assistance including assisting with civil and bankruptcy issues.
- Represents RMD Kwikform in a $2.9m international bankruptcy dispute.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next generation partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Miguel Dibarrart
Anibal Vial
Practice head
Gerardo Ovalle; Fernando Salas
Other key lawyers
Joaquin Kunstmann