Allende & Cía's ‘lawyers obtain good results’. The five-member corporate litigation group acts before courts throughout Chile in civil and administrative proceedings, as well as appeals. The team also has ample Constitutional Court and Supreme Court experience. In addition to its notable aviation sector expertise, the dispute resolution practice focuses on civil and commercial conflicts, administrative issues, mining law, financial markets disputes and agricultural matters. Practice leader José Alberto Allende is ’recommended without hesitation’, while senior associate Sergio Avilés is experienced in litigation and contentious-administrative procedures. Since publication, the firm has split into Allende & Cía and Bascuñán & Cía; the litigation practice now pertains to the former of the two - effective as of January 2025.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘They stand out for their personalised treatment and high-level specialisation.’
‘The partners really get involved in the issues and they are the ones who make the decisions and direct the work.’
‘The lawyers obtain good results and are very practical when designing the litigation strategy.’
‘The team fits together very well and has an excellent quality/price ratio.’
‘They adapt very well to clients’ needs.’
‘Solid knowledge of litigation and strategic vision.’
‘José Alberto Allende stands out for his commitment, empathy, enthusiasm, knowledge and communication skills.’
‘José Alberto Allende is always available to assist - recommended without hesitation.’
Key clients
- Anglo American
- Air Canada
- Constructora Ignacio Hurtado
- TNT Express
- Korean Air
- Fedex Express Chile
- Copa (Compañía Panameña de Aviación)
- Trane
- Air France
- KLM
Work highlights
Acting for Philips in a lawsuit filed by the National Consumer Corporation of Chile (CONADECUS) for the manufacture and sale of defective products.
Acting for Air Canada in different claims brought by Honey Group Chile, Chilean beekeepers, and exporters of honey, queens and nucs, after they found their bees dead after being transported by air to Canada.
Acting for Anglo American in a case initiated by a group of local people pursuing the closing of a mine alongside a $30m-plus damages claim.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
José Alberto Allende