Claussen & Velasco

Claussen & Velasco is home to a rapidly expanding environmental practice, covering regulatory and contentious matters, as well as advisory services. The group is primarily active in mining and infrastructure sectors, advising clients in proceedings before Chilean environmental courts, as well as assisting with permitting and regulatory strategy. Three practitioners co-lead the team. With over 35 years' experience, Carlos Claussen is an established specialist best known for strategic advisory work regarding mining and infrastructure projects, along with complex litigation and arbitration in matters involving mining concessions, easements, water rights, environmental compliance and regulatory disputes. Fellow founding partner Felipe Velasco is a corporate and tax specialist; while associate practice director Cristián Claussen focuses on contentious and regulatory matters. Senior associate Agustina Venegas, a dedicated disputes specialist, is also noted.