Gonzalo Lavin

'Very professional and very dedicated', Lavín Abogados & Consultores is recognised for its deep specialisation in environmental and natural resources law. The practice group works across a broad range of industries, notably maritime, mining, energy (including renewables and green hydrogen), agribusiness, and forestry, advising on all aspects of environmental law, including carrying out impact assessments, obtaining permits, and advising on sanction proceedings and compliance strategies. Founding partner and practice co-head Arturo Lavín is widely regarded as one of Chile’s leading environmental lawyers, and advises major commercial clients as well as the  Chilean state. Fellow partner and practice co-head Andrés Del Favero is noted for his expertise in maritime and aquaculture concessions and large-scale infrastructure projects. At associate level, a strong team of seniors includes: Arturo Lavín, who brings additional expertise in environmental and water law and focuses on natural resources project development; Gonzalo Lavín, who isfocused on the environmental and maritime concessions sector, particularly the development of desalination plants in the mining and energy sector; and Javiera Catalán, who brings over a decade of public sector experience and focuses on environmental and administrative law.