Latin America Guide 2027 : Chile
Ranked Individual
Provided by Frías Lagos & Villablanca
Frías Lagos Villablanca (FLV) is a Chilean boutique firm dedicated exclusively to dispute resolution: complex commercial litigation before ordinary and specialized courts, arbitration, mediation, and pre-judicial and precautionary proceedings, including emergency arbitration.
Its clients include leading Chilean business groups, energy and fishing companies, construction and real estate developers, shipping companies, retail chains, municipalities and public entities, as well as shareholders, directors and executives in corporate and civil liability disputes.
Recent highlights include defending the developer of one of Chile's largest urban real estate projects in litigation seeking to halt the development; representing the investment vehicle of a leading Chilean business group in a high-profile arbitration concerning a shareholders' agreement; and a contractual claim against the Chilean State for unpaid medical equipment.
The firm specializes in corporate and shareholder disputes, construction and infrastructure arbitration, unfair competition, insurance litigation, and tort claims. Every matter is led directly by a partner.
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Frías Lagos & Villablanca is a specialised dispute resolution boutique active in the Chilean market. The department handles a broad range of litigation mandates, including contractual conflicts and tort claims. The team regularly represents clients from the real estate, healthcare and investment sectors.
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Frías Lagos & Villablanca represented Las Salinas in defamation litigation against an environmental advocacy group concerning a real estate development project.
Provided by Chambers
Frías Lagos & Villablanca stands out for its ability to manage disputes with clarity, composure and strategic focus. They are consistently available and demonstrate an excellent work ethic.
Provided by Chambers
Up-and-coming partner José Tomás Lagos is noted for his litigation practice in Chile. He is experienced in advising on tort claims and corporate conflicts as well as construction-related disputes.
José Tomás Lagos has a strong ability to translate legal intricacies into clear executive decisions. He is personally committed to supporting us, brings a highly positive attitude and demonstrates strong commercial awareness that inspires confidence.
Dispute Resolution: Litigation
Provided by Frías Lagos & Villablanca
José Pedro Villablanca Gutiérrez
Head of Department
Nicolás Frías Ossandón
Head of Department
Vicente González Sepulveda
Clara Galilea Vicuña
Nicolás Gutiérrez Rubio
María José González Ugarte
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