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Guerrero Olivos

Environment

Latin America Guide 2026 : Chile


Guerrero Olivos

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Their environment team provides comprehensive legal representation to both local and international corporations of all sizes, focusing on the environmental aspects throughout every phase of their projects. This includes land acquisition, regulatory compliance, permitting, financing, and construction. The team has a proven track record in developing successful strategies that enable clients to conduct positive environmental assessments and secure necessary permits, essential for efficient project development.

Their expertise extends to building strong relationships with local communities and regulators, crucial for advancing projects smoothly. The team is also engaged in innovative environmental initiatives, such as conserving private protected areas, pioneering conservation easements, developing wetland projects, and obtaining water rights for conservation purposes. They have collaborated with nonprofits on environmental preservation projects.

Key areas of work include transactional and traditional environmental law, environmental litigation, regulatory compliance, environmental assessments, and addressing environmental aspects in M&A, due diligence, and project finance.

The scope of our services:

 

  1. Strategic Permanent Environmental Advice
  2. Environmental Assessment
  3. Approvals and Permitting
  4. Regulatory Compliance
  5. Preservation Initiatives
  6. Relationship with Communities and Authorities
  7. Due Diligence
  8. Litigation

Industries (6)

  • Energy
  • Green Hydrogen
  • Industrial
  • Food & Drinks
  • Waste
  • Real Estate

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Environment - Chile

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Guerrero Olivos is a noteworthy firm that fields a strong bench of distinguished practitioners known in the market for assisting clients with environmental permitting issues in Chile. The team also boasts experience counselling on environmental due diligence for corporate transactions.

Work Highlights

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  • Guerrero Olivos advised Cap Vert Energie on environmental judicial and administrative actions related to the development of its energy projects in Chile.

Strengths

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  • The Guerrero Olivos team is distinguished by its thorough knowledge of the client's company and needs, offering a more efficient and results-oriented service.

    Environment respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Sebastián Abogabir
    Band 2Sebastián Abogabir

    Sebastián Abogabir

    Key partner and co-head of department Sebastián Abogabir is highlighted for his extensive experience in the environment field in Chile.
    • Sebastián Abogabir is a tremendous lawyer. He carries out his work with excellence and willingness, while also showing great closeness and a deep understanding of the client.

      Environment respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Clemente Pérez
    Band 4Clemente Pérez

    Clemente Pérez

    Co-head of department Clemente Pérez routinely advises domestic and international clients on the environmental implications of high-profile energy projects.
    • Clemente Pérez is a very good lawyer. He is an expert in environmental issues, while still demonstrating a commercial focus.

      Environment respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Martín Santa María
    Band 4Martín Santa María

    Martín Santa María

    Co-head of department Martín Santa María has significant experience advising clients on environmental assessments for project development in Chile.
    • Martín Santa María stands out for his strong communication skills, his answers are concise and concrete.

      Environment respondentLatin America

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