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Grupo Evans

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Latin America Guide 2027 : Chile

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GRUPO EVANS has developed this area of specialization, a first in the local legal industry, actively and creatively integrating the various areas of technical expertise that a multidisciplinary team of professionals can provide. This generates important synergies for the projects’ benefit.

The firm's Project Development and Management area involves the assistance and transfer of experience and knowledge for the successful development of highly complex projects, through the following:

  • Advice by engineers, lawyers, and professional experts in environmental and social matters, for a strategic design and management of projects.
  • Management of multidisciplinary teams in project structuring.
  • Integral legal management for project development.
  • Management of stakeholders-and related communities.
  • Management and coordination of environmental approval procedures for projects.
  • Advice for the implementation of obligations established in environmental qualification resolutions for investment projects, and further monitoring of environmental compliance.
  • Electric power companies’ commercial operation management and business strategy.

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Projects - Chile

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Grupo Evans is an established law firm with significant experience in the projects arena in Chile. The group boasts special expertise in matters arising from the energy sector and is adept at handling the development and structuring of projects pertaining to renewable energy. The firm serves a range of significant clients that include construction and power companies.

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Work Highlights

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  • Grupo Evans advised Besalco Energía on the development of electricity transmission projects in Chile, including electric concessions, leases and easements.

Strengths

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  • Grupo Evans offers extensive and detailed knowledge of the rules governing project-related matters. The team combines deep expertise, experience and outstanding personal qualities, enabling it to manage even the most complex and sophisticated matters to an exceptional standard.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Cristóbal Illanes
    Cristóbal Illanes

    Cristóbal Illanes

    Co-head of the department Cristóbal Illanes is lauded by clients for his presence in the projects arena in Chile, with a particular focus on assisting clients in the energy sector.

    • Cristóbal Illanes stands out for his combination of technical expertise, perspective and strong execution skills. He provides practical recommendations that reduce risk and protect our interests, while demonstrating strong leadership in navigating complex matters.

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  • Rafael Fernández
    Rafael Fernández

    Rafael Fernández

    Up-and-coming partner Rafael Fernández is noted by clients for his expertise and projects work in Chile.

    • Rafael Fernández stands out for his combination of technical rigour, attention to detail and deep commitment to advancing projects. He is exceptionally reliable, keeps matters progressing smoothly and consistently provides high-quality legal support.

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