At Garrigues Chile, the projects and infrastructure practice most often acts on mandates from international banks and energy sector clients, particularly those concerning public works concessions and major highway developments, along with other transport infrastructure projects. The practice also has particular expertise regarding the financing of large-scale renewable energy projects, including photovoltaic parks, wind farms, and energy storage systems. As co-head of the firm’s project finance development department, Pedro Garcia has over 20 years’ experience in financing, structured finance and debt restructuring. Department co-head Claudio Moraga brings over 30 years’ expertise in public tenders, regulatory matters and litigation related to concessions and public procurement. Antonio Morales works across both the banking and finance, and project development areas and specialises in renewable energy project finance, particularly in the solar sector. The practice has recently been significantly strengthened by the addition of Rodrigo Riquelme Yañez and Camilo Silva, after the former Riquelme, Silva & Fuentes was absorbed in March 2025. Riquelme and Silva bring significant expertise in complex construction contracts, infrastructure projects and public works concessions.
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Testimonials
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- 'Excellent level of advice and knowledge. Market-level fees and well-earned prestige among clients. This makes them competitive among their peers.'
- 'They are detail-oriented and have very good knowledge of the companies in the industry. Pedro García and Antonio Morales stand out.'
- 'Outstanding Partner: Pedro García. Outstanding Associate: Sebastián Nieme.'
- 'This is an exceptional firm with a long history in the Chilean legal sector, and the trust of both sponsors and financiers. They are very good technically and commercially, and offer reasonable prices.'
- 'The partner we regularly work with is Pedro García. Pedro is one of the most prestigious professionals in the Chilean legal sector (financing). His approach is friendly and approachable. He is technically very good, has extensive experience, and is very commercially competent. It is a true pleasure to work with Pedro.'
- 'They are a well-established team, notable for their client-focus and extensive knowledge of Chilean laws and regulations.'
- 'Claudio Moraga has extensive experience in the field, demonstrating his knowledge of various legal aspects and understanding of concession contracts. Pedro Vargas and Carmen Reyes are younger and less experienced, but they demonstrate great commitment and proactivity in responding to potential requirements. Overall, it is a very balanced and efficient team.A strong legal team with extensive experience and a track record in Project Finance in Chile.'
- 'Pedro García and Antonio Morales are experienced partners with strong knowledge of Chilean regulations and are client-oriented in resolving legal issues that may arise during negotiations.'
Key clients
- Grenergy Renovables
- Ruta Orbital Sur Sociedad Concesionaria
- Ruta del Loa Sociedad Concesionaria
- Intervial Chile
- Concesión Túnel Aburrá
- Nala Renewables
- EFE (Empresa de los Ferrocarriles del Estado)
- Sociedad Concesionaria Ruta de Nahuelbuta
- Colbún
- Celeo Redes
- BNP
- CACIB
Work highlights
Advised Ruta Orbital Sur Sociedad Concesionaria on the development of the "Ruta Orbital Sur Santiago" concession.
Advised Parque Fotovoltaico Nuevo Quillagua on the refinancing of a loan for the construction of a 103MW photovoltaic park and the expansion of a battery energy storage system, including the development of two additional phases.
Advised Citibank, as lenders, on a financing granted to Glacier AcquisitionCo for the purchase of at least 49% of the shares of Chile Renovables, with AES Andes holding the remaining shares.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Rodrigo Riquelme, Pedro Garcia, Claudio Moraga
Other key lawyers
Antonio Morales, Camilo Silva