Bofill Mir Abogados’ eight-strong dispute resolution practice is particularly experienced in high-stakes civil and commercial disputes in the construction, infrastructure, energy, mining and financial services sectors. The team is co-led by Liat Tapia and Felipe de Marinis, October 2025 recruits (as partners) from Ugarte & Correa and Pellegrini & Rencoret Abogados (Pellegrini), respectively. Domestic and cross-border disputes specialist, Tapia, is ‘a lawyer with excellent academic training and an impeccable professional track record’; and former Pellegrini counsel de Marinis is an expert in civil and commercial litigation, as well as competition-related disputes and arbitration. Civil and commercial litigator Jorge Rodillo is an April 2026-raised director, while associates Enzo Rivera, Pascal Ziede, Sara Crozier, Sofía Flores and Valentina Montero complete the team.
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Testimonials
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- Liat Tapia is a lawyer with excellent academic training and an impeccable professional track record. Liat has a measured approach to problems, which allows her to have a comprehensive view of the conflict in which she will have to intervene. However, this in no way diminishes the commitment, seriousness, and professionalism with which she approaches her work.
- Felipe de Marinis is a specialized professional with extensive knowledge of litigation, who provides practical and timely risk, cost, and benefit analyses for companies. Sara Crozier and Sofia Flores are specialized, professional, approachable lawyers with vast knowledge of litigation.
- Bofill Mir is characterised by its highly specialized team, possessing in-depth knowledge of business and the daily operations of companies. Specifically, Bofill Mir's litigation team has extensive experience in judicial and arbitration matters, enabling them to provide highly professional and detailed advice, high-quality legal briefs, and excellent support, whether the company is in the position of plaintiff or defendant. This is crucial for in-house counsel, who lack the time to monitor every case exhaustively.
- They stand out for their genuine involvement in the issues, the soundness of their analyses, and their dedicated and meticulous work ethic. Compared to other competitors, they convey greater depth, preparation, and commitment to the outcome. In particular, Liat Tapia is notable for her sharp intellect, her high standards of work, and her ability to contribute sound judgment to complex matters.
- The team stands out for its ability to handle complex litigation and arbitration with a strategic perspective, combining technical excellence with a deep understanding of the client's business. For in-house counsel, their clear communication and sound judgment in managing risks are particularly valuable. In this context, Liat Tapia is a standout, excelling in her ability to synthesize information, her leadership, and her strategic approach to case management.
Key clients
- Tianqi Lithium Corp
- Mitsui & Co
- Lundin Mining Group
- BK Servicios Financieros
- Bayer
- Hellmann Worldwide Logistics
- Solek Holding SE
- GE Healthcare International (Agencia en Chile)
- Medtec
- AstraZeneca
- Raúl Ducci & Cía
Work highlights
Acted for Inversiones TLC in its challenge to a resolution by the Comisión para el Mercado Financiero (CMF), regarding SQM’s board approval of a strategic partnership with Codelco for lithium exploitation between 2030-2060.
Representing Mitsui & Co in civil and criminal claims against Cobre y Metales, the civil claim consisting of a collection action (among others).
Representing defendant Compañía Contractual Minera Candelaria (Lundin Mining Group) in a civil claim that was was brought by René Navarro, seeking enforcement of a royalty clause contained in a 1991 mining concessions sale agreement.
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Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Liat Tapia; Felipe de Marinis