As far as one client is concerned, Bofill Escobar Silva Abogados is ‘one of the best firms around for complex litigation’. Focused exclusively on business dispute resolution, the firm’s sizeable 28-strong practice is consistently mandated to act in high-profile or politically-sensitive disputes before local and foreign courts, governmental authorities and international arbitration tribunals. The team’s areas of expertise cover the litigation of cases involving civil, commercial, tax, antitrust and regulatory issues; and it regularly represents motorway, airport and other public works concessionaires in litigation before and against public entities, in relation to infrastructure, real estate and construction projects. The group additionally stands out for complex cases which involve the addressing of commercial, reputational and financial aspects. The firm further maintains a widely-respected white-collar crime litigation practice. The group is co-led by commercial litigation, international arbitration and white-collar crime expert, Jorge Bofill; Francisco Aninat, who has ’significant experience in complex, high-stakes international disputes’; and Sebastián Yanine, who is notably focused on complex disputes and cross-border litigation. The second line of experienced litigators includes criminal litigation specialist César Ramos; and of counsel Marcela Vega, who acts in commercial, civil, criminal and labour trials, as well as contentious-administrative matters concerning public institutions and superintendencies. Names to note among a capable associate group include Juan Luis Chomali, Nicolás del Real Castillo, Catalina Escobar and Paz Arriagada.
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‘Proactive and concerned team that is motivated and professional. The Bofill Escobar Silva team is a cohesive team that acts with great professionalism and addresses the issues that clients raise in depth.’
‘The technical level, research capacity and depth with which they address the different issues stand out - great strategic and business vision too.’
’Empathy, close contact with the client, willingness to meet requirements, and great technical capacity. High degree of specialisation and knowledge, and great handling of complex issues.’
‘High level of skills. The team has excellent professional qualities, with impeccable management of complex, defence-side litigation and a solid knowledge base.’
‘The scope of their services is not limited to litigation advice itself, they also make sure to advise on the client's day-to-day activities, in order to avoid risks during litigation and avoid future contingencies. One of the best firms around for complex litigation.’
‘What makes them stand out is their excellent negotiation skills and the dedication they demonstrate to clients. If their expertise considers it advisable to seek an alternative solution to litigation or seek a potential conciliation or compromise, they do not hesitate to advise it.’
‘Sebastián Yanine stands out.’
‘Francisco Aninat is an excellent lawyer. He has significant experience in complex, high-stakes international disputes. He is also very easy to work with, including under stressful circumstances. Clients recommend him unreservedly.’
Key clients
- Sociedad Concesionaria Costanera Norte
- Julio Ponce Lerou
- Enel Green Power Chile
- Constructora Valko
- Concesionaria Nuevo Pudahuel
- Gente Oil Ecuador Pte
- Sterling and Wilson
- Inmobiliaria e Inversiones Chicureo
- Grupo Auguri
Work highlights
- Defending Sociedad Concesionaria Costanera Norte against a massive tort case, comprising over 40 civil liability lawsuits with an aggregate valued of over $300m.
- Successfully defended a $40m award in favour of Enel Green Power before the Santiago Court of Appeals.
- Successfully represented Julio Ponce before the Supreme Court, where a decision from the Court of Appeals of Santiago that reduced a fine for alleged securities fraud from $70m to approximately $4 was upheld.
Lawyers
Hall of fame
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Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Francisco Aninat
Sebastián Yanine
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Nicolás del Real Castillo
Practice head
Jorge Bofill; Francisco Aninat; Sebastián Yanine