Schenke Brancoli Abogados | SLBZ

The 14-strong team at Schenke Brancoli Abogados | SLBZ advises over 100 active clients on multiple aspects of water law across numerous industries. The practice provides comprehensive legal services covering all aspects of water rights - including constitution, regularisation, protection and negotiation. The team assists companies governed by the Water Code, undertakes property audits, and performs due diligence for major projects; moreover, it is also frequently called on to draft legal opinions for clients on key natural resource and mining matters. Practice head Hipólito Zañartu is recognised as an expert in natural resources, particularly as regards water and mining law, and brings extensive experience advising on large-scale projects. Ricardo Brancoli is an accomplished litigator and arbitrator, with a particular specialism in environmental lawsuits and natural resource conflicts. A July 2024 hire, Francisco Charlin brings nearly three decades' experience in natural resources, his track record including time as an in-house counsel at a number of major mining companies; his expertise spans regulatory issues, water rights, corporate and financial matters, indigenous law, and contract negotiations.