Often representing clients in constitutional, regulatory and administrative litigation before the Supreme Court, Guerrero Olivos is particularly well regarded for its ability to advise on the full spectrum of public law matters affecting highly regulated industries, especially the mining sector. The team acts for an impressive roster of mining, energy, utilities, telecoms, financial services, maritime and infrastructure sector clients, and is frequently instructed to handle judicial reviews, public procurement matters, regulatory proceedings, concession-related disputes and complex administrative procedures. The practice group is overseen by Eduardo Cordero and José Gabriel Undurraga. Cordero, an accomplished constitutional and administrative law specialist, frequently acts for regulated and non-regulated entities in complex regulatory processes, transactional matters and public law disputes, while Undurraga’s considerable workload consists of both administrative litigation and public procurement matters. Also specialising in this area, with a particular focus on constitutional law and fundamental rights, is senior counsel Manuel Núñez, a former alternate member of the Constitutional Court. Senior associate Francisco González is proficient in public law litigation, including cases before the Constitutional Court, Supreme Court and Public Procurement Tribunal, while fellow senior associate Roberto Burgos plays a key role in public procurement, litigation and regulatory mandates.
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- - Highly technical. - Excellent partner availability. - Clear and concise strategies.
- Attorney Eduardo Cordero's legal reports strengthen the positions of litigants in trials involving urban planning regulations. He possesses unique analytical skills and expertise, unmatched nationwide.
- The team's key differentiator is having a nationally recognized expert in Regulatory Law, specifically urban planning law: attorney Eduardo Cordero, whose academic articles serve as the basis for rulings by higher courts in this area. This provides an unbeatable competitive advantage over other law firms, in addition to the professional commitment to the work entrusted to them.
- Attorney Eduardo Cordero is a brilliant and outstanding professional with a deep understanding of Chilean and comparative public law, which he applies effectively in practice. He takes the time to personally understand all relevant aspects of each case in order to provide excellent legal counsel. Furthermore, he is a very approachable partner, responding promptly to calls and messages.
- José Gabriel Undurraga understands our business and is committed to providing us with the best possible service. He is familiar with the workings of the government and takes our business's specific needs into careful consideration.
- The team has a level of expertise in public affairs that few other teams in the market possess. They blend theoretical knowledge with practical experience.
Key clients
- Asociación de Locatarios de Alonso de Córdova
- Albemarle
- Inmobiliaria Almazara
- Chilquinta Distribución
- Colbún
- CCU
- Antofagasta Minerals (AMSA)
- Corpesca
- ESVAL
- Universidad de Tarapacá
- Casa de Moneda
- CPT Empresas Marítimas
Work highlights
Represented Asociación de Locatarios de Alonso de Córdova in administrative and judicial proceedings challenging an underground parking concession in Vitacura, including proceedings before the Office of the Comptroller General, the Court of Appeals and the Chilean Supreme Court.
Advising CCU on a plant conversion project, including securing complex approvals before multiple public authorities for the restoration of a historically protected industrial landmark.
Represented Chilquinta, one of Chile’s leading electricity distribution concessionaires, in judicial proceedings against fines imposed by the Superintendence of Electricity and Combustible Fuels (SEC).
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Practice head
Eduardo Cordero; José Gabriel Undurraga