Aninat Abogados’ dispute resolution practice is particularly focused on infrastructure, construction, energy, mining and corporate matters. In January 2026, the firm recruited Francisco Aninat, a former partner at legacy firm Bofill Escobar Silva Abogados, who specialises in civil and commercial litigation, as well as domestic and international arbitration. Aninat was joined by associates Alejandra Fuentes and Andrés Venegas, who both handle civil and commercial dispute resolution.
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- I would like to highlight two things: 1) His experience allows him to handle international commercial arbitration cases and litigation with repercussions in multiple countries effectively. Francisco is one of the few lawyers in Chile with genuine experience in international commercial arbitration. 2) His commitment and dedication to his clients' interests are exceptional. Partner Francisco Aninat personally oversees every detail of the cases he takes on, which is reflected in the results he achieves.
- I believe there are two very important things: top-notch legal advice coupled with a very strong desire to collaborate.
Key clients
- Australis Seafoods
- Sociedad Concesionaria Costanera Norte
- Compañía Minera Tres Valles
- Obrascón Huarte Laín (OHL)
- Constructora Valko
- Ferrovial Construcción Chile
- Sociedad Concesionaria Autopista Nuevo Vespucio Sur
- Sociedad Concesionaria Autopista Nororiente
- Sociedad Concesionaria Hospitales Red BioBio
- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
- Hidronor Chile
- Enel Green Power Chile
Work highlights
Representing Australis Seafoods in a significant civil dispute, stemming from alleged recurrent violations of statutory salmon farming limits.
Representing Compañía Minera Tres Valles in high-value, multi-jurisdictional disputes, arising from the court-supervised reorganisation auction of a copper asset.
Representing Sociedad Concesionaria Costanera Norte in a large mass tort proceeding, coordinating the defence of over 40 civil liability claims exceeding $300m.
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Francisco Aninat