‘Stand[ing] out for its specialisation and deep technical knowledge in environmental and regulatory matters’, Lawgic Abogados is home to a compact but capable environmental law team active across licencing, judicial proceedings before the Environmental Court, and environmental assessments. The group regularly acts as strategic counsel, advising clients on sanctioning proceedings and appeals against negative administrative decisions. With over 20 years’ experience, environmental, indigenous and regulatory law specialist Felipe Meneses focuses on project development, environmental impact assessment system (EIAS)-related mandates, territorial planning, counselling on community matters, and administrative and judicial disputes related to investment projects. He co-leads the team alongside practice director Ximena Jirón, who handles project development, environmental due diligence, EIAS procedures, territorial planning, administrative proceedings and ESG.
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- Felipe Meneses stands out for his combination of technical expertise and a practical approach. He has a deep understanding of environmental and regulatory issues, and also a keen grasp of clients' business and operational needs. What truly sets him apart is his ability to transform complex issues into clear and actionable solutions. He is also highly accessible and maintains direct and efficient communication throughout the entire process. He inspires great confidence when dealing with complex matters, especially in projects involving significant regulatory risks or high environmental exposure.
- The team stands out for its specialization and deep technical knowledge in environmental and regulatory matters. They have extensive experience in complex projects, particularly in regulated industries and sectors related to natural resources and energy. One thing I would highlight is that they don't just deliver legal analyses, but rather very practical solutions aligned with the operational realities of the projects. They have a good understanding of how environmental, regulatory, and commercial risks interact. Compared to other firms, they are especially agile and approachable in their work. There is significant direct involvement from the senior team and very fluid communication, which greatly facilitates the management of complex issues and regulatory contingencies. Furthermore, they have a very good ability to anticipate risks and navigate changing regulatory landscapes.
- Felipe Meneses stands out for his knowledge of environmental matters and his strategic proposals for complex projects.
- It stands out for its personalized customer service and contributes strategic aspects to decision-making in complex projects.
- Empathy and closeness with the client are different from other firms that act in a too formal manner.
- They collaborate with other firms on similar projects. A distinguishing feature of Lawgic is its strong focus on providing timely service to clients.
Key clients
- Statkraft Eólico
- SLR Consulting
- CVE
- Aediles Talinay (BlackRock)
- Unifrutti
- Essity
- Bmining
- Renewable Resources Group
- Subsole (Frutura Group)
- Genera 4
- Mowi
- Sierra Gorda
- Mindenor
- Grupo Errázuriz
- Innergex
- Global Power Generation (GPG)
- Wenco
- AFS Nextgen Energy
- Inversiones Futuro Limitada
- Mercado Libre
Work highlights
Advised Genera 4 on the defence of environmental licenses for two organic waste valorisation plants (Biocircular Los Ciruelos and Los Laureles) against revocation attempts by local community organizations. Following successful outcomes at the administrative level where all complaints were rejected, the firm secured a key victory before the Third Environmental Court regarding the Los Laureles project in January 2026. The team is currently representing the company before the Supreme Court to uphold this favourable ruling against final appeals.
Acting as strategic counsel to Grupo Errázuriz on its daily operations and critical environmental matters; key mandates include successfully overturning an initial administrative rejection to secure the license for Cosayach’s 'Ampliación Negreiros' project, and guiding Simco through the final phase of a complex Indigenous Consultation with eight communities for the 'Producción de Sales Maricunga' project.
Acted as comprehensive environmental counsel to Statkraft, recently achieving a landmark victory by securing Chile’s first judicial termination agreement to settle two disputes before the Santiago Environmental Court regarding project modifications; the firm is now advising on the associated Environmental Impact Study and compliance measures, as well as representing the company in litigation challenging a fine imposed by the Environmental Superintendency concerning noise emissions at an operational wind farm.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
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Practice head
Felipe Meneses; Ximena Jirón