Acting for large utilities, developers, financial institutions and contractors, Morales & Besa's energy practice combines regulatory and project development specialisms with significant expertise in energy sector M&A deals, financings and reorganisations. In addition to its notable participation in cross-border transactions, the five-member group is increasingly involved in the assessment and negotiation of power purchase agreements. With ‘a strong grasp of cutting-edge industry topics’, former Primer Energía general counsel, Juan Carlos Valdivieso is a highly-rated energy sector specialist; while senior associate Constanza Araya, whose regulatory practice covers energy easements, concessions, transmission projects and publicly-tendered PPAs, is a September 2024 returnee to the firm (further to a foreign internship and studying for an LLM).
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Testimonials
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- ‘Maximum professionalism and industry knowledge.’
- ‘Detailed technical knowledge and thoroughness in the service provided.’
Key clients
- Abastible
- Contour Global
Work highlights
Assisted Abastible with reviewing its model power purchase agreement and the negotiation and execution of a 15-year PPA with Domeyko.
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.
Practice head
Juan Carlos Valdivieso