
Representing national and international private companies, as well as public organisations, Larrain y Asociados Abogados fields ‘a team with great experience’. The eight-strong dispute resolution practice acts in civil, commercial and administrative litigation, particularly in the mining, power, infrastructure, real estate, financial services, water and sanitation sectors. It is especially experienced in litigation involving public works, such as defending concessionaires in conflicts before Chile’s ordinary courts. Another key area is consumer law litigation. José Pedro Baraona acts for highway concession holders, individuals, and construction and energy companies in civil trials; Carlos Aravena is an expert in disputes arising from infrastructure concessions; and Isabel Palacios acts in matters involving construction contracts, shareholder agreements, consumer law, and contractual and non-contractual liability. Associates Macarena Gonzalez and Catalina Cortez are also key members of the firm’s litigation practice.
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Testimonials
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- ‘José Pedro Baraona is extraordinary, not only as a lawyer with a long track record and intelligence, but he also possesses a level of sensitivity and approachability that are rarely seen in a litigator of his stature.’
- ‘José Pedro Baraona is an excellent professional with an exquisite command of litigation and lawsuits against the State. This helps his team and clients feel that the case is in good hands.’
Key clients
- Grupo Principado de Asturias
- Magaly Aguilera Poveda
Work highlights
Represented Principado de Asturias Group in a lawsuit against the State of Chile for failing to protect its property (four hotels and two restaurants) during massive social protests that occurred during 2019 and 2020.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Macarena Gonzalez
Practice head
José Pedro Baraona; Carlos Aravena; Isabel Palacios
