Dispute Resolution: Litigation - Chile
What the team is known for
Bofill Escobar Silva Abogados is a standout dispute resolution firm in Chile that demonstrates expertise across a broad range of mandates pertaining to the field. The team boasts a pre-eminent criminal litigation practice with a stellar reputation for representing individuals and corporations across a broad spectrum of high-profile white-collar criminal matters including tax evasion, securities fraud, embezzlement, bribery and the illegal funding of political campaigns, as well as managing complex investigations. The department is also well versed in acting for clients in domestic and cross-border litigation. Additionally, the lawyers have international and domestic commercial arbitration expertise.
Strengths
"Bofill Escobar Silva Abogados is excellent in handling complex cases of high public significance."
"Bofill Escobar Silva Abogados demonstrates a keen commercial awareness, prioritising the protection of their client's commercial interests while being mindful of not affecting unrelated areas in the arbitration process. Their proactive approach in safeguarding our commercial concerns is commendable."
Notable practitioners
Jorge Bofill is a pre-eminent Chilean lawyer in the dispute resolution arena and widely recognised as a top choice for representing clients in high-stakes white-collar crime cases. He also provides clients with a wealth of experience and strategic advice in civil litigation procedures. "Jorge Bofill is a remarkable lawyer for his knowledge, vision and strategic leadership as well as his personal and detailed handling of each case." "Jorge has sound knowledge and leadership in criminal matters in Chile."
Sebastián Yanine is well known for his arbitration work in Chile. He advises clients on both domestic and international arbitration proceedings conducted under CAM and ICC rules. "Sebastián Yanine is an excellent lawyer and very well prepared to provide legal counsel, sound commercial advice and representation in complex arbitration."
Up-and-coming partner César Ramos concentrates his practice on white-collar criminal defence and investigations, garnering praise among peer and clients alike. "César Ramos is highly competent and a great asset in our complex criminal matter."
