Guerrero Olivos

Guerrero Olivos offers one of Chile’s most complete environmental law practices, acting for clients across sectors including mining, energy, real estate, logistics and manufacturing, as well as NGOs and environmental start-ups. With a thirteen-strong group comprising four partners and nine associates, the team is frequently seen advising on litigation, regulatory compliance, permitting and the environmental aspects of project development and M&A. Over the past year, the practice has added major clients such as state-owned mining company Codelco, leading Chilean winery Viña San Pedro, and global investment management firm Nuveen Capital. The team has also handled complex mandates including defending Puerto Ventanas in Chile’s most high-profile environmental case, advising Puerto Valparaíso on its $600m expansion, and representing the non-profit Fundación San Carlos de Maipo in the expansion of its conservation easement. Practice co-head Clemente Pérez leads on complex regulatory and litigation mandates for top-tier clients. Described as being 'directly involved in the day-to-day management of his clients’ affairs', practice co-head Sebastián Abogabir advises on environmental law and water rights, with a focus on non-conventional energy projects. Martín Santa María specialises in permitting and urban environmental assessments, while Benjamín Pérez handles mining and desalination matters. Newly promoted partner Francisca Pellegrini advises on the environmental aspects of energy projects, including impact assessments and regulatory compliance. Associate Vicente Palma rounds out the team with an evolving specialism in environmental litigation.