Fontaine & Cía’s five-member dispute resolution and litigation practice is led by Georgo Peftougoglou, who represents clients’ interests in civil, commercial and administrative litigation, as well as labour and criminal mandates. Peftougoglou is supported by litigation director Pablo Muñoz, who regularly acts before Chile’s ordinary, arbitral and special courts; and associates Lukas Hudson, Daniel López and José Tomás Irarrazaval.
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- The lawyers I work with in our trials are Georgo Peftouloglou (partner) and Daniel López (associate). Regarding Georgo, I can highlight his experience as a litigator, his knowledge of the business and the law, his excellent time management skills, and his active participation in the key stages of each case. As for Daniel, I can say that he is a highly skilled lawyer with extensive legal knowledge, very meticulous in drafting legal documents and presenting arguments at every stage of the trial. Furthermore, he is very approachable and keeps us constantly informed of the progress in each of the cases he handles.
- The lawyers at Fontaine & Co., in addition to being excellent in litigation, possess extensive knowledge of the regulatory framework and companies’ activities. This gives them a significant advantage in developing the legal strategy for lawsuits and achieving favourable outcomes for clients’ interests.
- Georgo Peftouloglou stands out for his legal expertise and the practical way he applies it, with strategic vision and a focus on results. This combination makes his advice especially valuable in complex or sensitive matters. Pablo Muñoz distinguishes himself from other lawyers through his close client relationships, his ability to anticipate risks, and his genuine involvement in each case. Pablo offers business-aligned advice, clear recommendations, and guidance that is useful for decision-making. Daniel López is known for his technical expertise, commitment to the cases entrusted to him, and prompt response. José Tomás Irarrázaval has a keen understanding of problems, which allows him to propose well-founded and effective strategies.
- This is a reliable, approachable, and highly efficient team. Its main strengths are the quality of its analysis and the clarity of its recommendations. Compared to other teams, this firm stands out for its deeper understanding of corporate client needs, clearer and more timely communication, and advice that is more aligned with internal decision making.
- The lawyers have demonstrated ability, integrity, and prompt response.
- Their competence, commitment to their clients, and honor at all costs.
Key clients
- Metlife Chile Compañía de Seguros
- Augustar Seguros
- Cía de Seguros Confuturo
- Ingenería y Contrucción Icafal
- Inmobiliaria Altos Rumie
- Sociedad Educacional Inmobiliaria Comercial e Inversiones Belén
- Desarrollos Constructivos Axis
Work highlights
Representing Inversiones Belén in litigation over the eviction of an illegal settlement.
Representing Compañía de Seguros Confuturo in litigation against Mid Mall Maipú, in relation to two commercial lease agreements.
Acting for MetLife Chile Compañía de Seguros in high-value, pre-litigation proceedings, in relation to the failed Reserva Oriente real estate project, involving claims of approximately $14.4m.
Practice head
Georgo Peftouloglou