Noted for its expertise in water law issues relating to the development of greenfield and brownfield projects, Carey is also well equipped to advise on pollution and riverbed interventions, regulatory compliance, administrative and judicial litigation, and enforcement actions connected to air, water, wetlands, waste and protected species. In addition, its lawyers are frequently called upon to advise corporate and financial clients on the environmental and water aspects of transactions such as M&A, financings and securities offerings. Alberto Cardemil heads the team, advising on a wide array of matters, from the water-related aspects of M&A, financings and infrastructure development, through to compliance with the Water Code reforms and defence in General Water Directorate (DGA) enforcement proceedings. He acts for a varied clientele spanning the hydropower, mining and agribusiness industries. Senior associate Camila Lavín and associate Joaquín Granados are also names to note.
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Testimonials
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- Carey's team in this area is very strong, well-prepared, precise, and accurate. They do an excellent job analyzing, proposing, and presenting information, defenses, resources, etc.
- They are very professional and accurate, keep the client informed, and are attentive to the entire project cycle, reviewing all possible aspects and alternatives: Alberto Cardemil, Camila Lavin and Juan Carlos Riesco.
Key clients
- Ferrero Group
- Distributed Power Partners (MAE)
- Baron Philippe de Rothschild
- Grupo de Prado
- ENAMI
- Mountain Capital Partner
- Codelco
- Agrícola Santa Sara
- Lenders of El Espino
- Andescan
Work highlights
Advised Ferrero Group on comprehensive water-rights strategy for its hazelnut operations in Chile.
Advised Distributed Power Partners (MAE) on an agreement with Aguas de Antofagasta and Hidrosur for the long-term supply of treated wastewater and desalinated water to support the development of its green hydrogen project in Mejillones, Chile.
Represented Baron Philippe de Rothschild in judicial and administrative proceedings tied to strategic water-rights assets supporting agricultural operations.
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Practice head
Alberto Cardemil