Claro & Cia.’s ‘expertise in the field is fundamental and what sets the practice apart’. Handling both the regulatory and commercial frameworks governing large-scale assets, the 28-strong projects and infrastructure team has significant experience in the development, financing and execution of major energy, infrastructure and industrial projects. Widely respected for its experience in structuring projects from the outset, the team covers development stages; engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contracts; battery energy storage systems (BESS); operation and maintenance (O&M) agreements; long-term service contracts (LTSA); and power purchase agreements (PPAs). Heading the group, Rodrigo Ochagavía’s practice covers the full life cycle of infrastructure, mining and energy developments, from structuring, financing and EPC negotiations, to regulatory strategy and operational implementation. Providing key support, Jorge Martín is well known for fusing regulatory and finance specialisms with expertise in long-term concessions; José Luis Ambrosy focuses on renewable generation and storage projects; Luisa Núñez is an experienced corporate and project finance practitioner (who also advises on energy sector matters and public works concessions); and Ariel Mihovilovic is an energy and infrastructure finance specialist. The practice further showcases Hernán Felipe Valdés, who is particularly focused on large-scale logistics, infrastructure and data centre developments; and José María Eyzaguirre F, whose sector expertise includes energy, infrastructure and transportation. Associates Felipe Pérez and María Jesús Muñoz complete the team.
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Testimonials
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- - Extensive experience in infrastructure transactions: up-to-date expertise and strategic market vision. - The team is highly available, and a key asset is their network of industry counterparties, providing constant feedback. - They compare very favorably with teams from other firms; they have been key business partners.
- - José Luis Ambrosy has a very keen understanding of infrastructure projects, especially energy projects, as well as extensive recent experience in financing, which gives him a unique position in terms of knowledge and insights. - Felipe Moraga is an outstanding associate who fulfills his role as a team leader and is available when the partner is unavailable. He manages transaction timelines and the involvement of other external lawyers very well.
- Rodrigo Ochagavía, with his professional presence, willingness, and skill in assessing opportunities and risks. Nicolás Luco, with his great analytical capacity and industry knowledge. Ariel Mihovilovic, with his immense professionalism and broad business analysis.
- It's a top-notch technical team. The expertise in the field is fundamental and what sets the practice apart. Their distinguishing feature is the quality of their professionals and their close relationship with the client.
- The team is characterized by its rapid response and very solid technical knowledge, which has given us great confidence and peace of mind throughout these highly complex financings. The team understands the business needs well and always seeks practical solutions, anticipating potential problems.
- The team is very strong across the board, from the partner to the junior associates. José Luis Ambrosy, in particular, stands out for his excellent ability to resolve and negotiate complex issues. Among the associates, Felipe Moraga is noteworthy for his solid technical skills and team management abilities.
Key clients
- Glenfarne Group
- AES Gener
- Andes
- Alto Maipo
- Cochrane
- Angamos
- Ventanas
- Zelestra
- Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV)
- Scala Data Centers
- Atlas Renewable Energy
- MBIA
Work highlights
Acted as Chilean counsel to Atlas Renewable Energy on the development and financing of the $478.5m Estepa Solar hybrid project in northern Chile.
Acted as Chilean counsel to AES Andes on the $280m financing of the Andes Solar III hybrid project in northern Chile.
Acted as Chilean counsel to Scala Data Centers on the $339m project financing for the development of three hyperscale data centres and related transmission infrastructure in Chile.
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José Luis Ambrosy
Practice head
Rodrigo Ochagavía; José Luis Ambrosy