Energy & Natural Resources
Global Guide 2024 : Chile
Band 2
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+56 22 367 3000About
Provided by Claro & Cía
Claro & Cia. has one of the Chile’s most experienced and premier practice representing clients in the development, construction, operation, acquisition, disposition, ownership and financing of energy-related and infrastructure projects.
We have represented clients in all legal areas and projects, including the construction development and financing of power plants, transmission lines and pipelines and sub-stations, and negotiation and drafting of the agreements required for the development of projects. We have also assisted developers in their financing, partnerships and regulatory needs with respect to green-field projects.
Our department is integrated of lawyers who have an important background in litigation and corporate matters, providing a comprehensive full service to our clients, assessing them not only in typical regulatory mining and environmental matters, but also playing an important role in matters related to project financing, general corporate, capital markets and M&A processes.
We are broadly known for our thoroughness, creativity and talent to pull out complex tailored strategies that will lead our clients to success. We are known for counselling in complex projects from the energy and natural resources standpoint, assisting our clients in strategically structuring their businesses to minimize legal exposure. Above all, our practice has been designed and is oriented to enable clients to accomplish their goals, minimize failures and stay out of trouble.
Chambers Review
Claro & Cía is an esteemed full-service firm with a long-standing practice in the energy sector with particular focus on transactional matters in the hydrocarbons and renewable energy industries in Chile. The Santiago-based team is frequently instructed by clients to advise on the refinancing of energy projects and asset acquisitions. Claro & Cía's lawyers are experienced in working with important players from the solar and wind power, gas and electricity markets, as well as prominent international banking institutions.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Claro & Cía has a strong bench of lawyers and resources able to take on different matters, maintaining the quality of the work. They are always pro-business and aligned with the client's commercial interests, going beyond just the legal aspects."
"Claro & Cía has a strong bench of lawyers and resources able to take on different matters, maintaining the quality of the work. They are always pro-business and aligned with the client's commercial interests, going beyond just the legal aspects."
Notable Practitioners
Rodrigo Ochagavía is well regarded for his relevant capabilities within the Chilean energy and natural resources area of practice. He has experience advising on the development and financing of energy projects as well as PPA negotiations.
"I value Rodrigo Ochagavía's commitment and understanding of the business; he can negotiate supply contracts like no other."