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JJR Abogados

Shipping

Latin America Guide 2026 : Chile


JJR Abogados

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About

Provided by JJR Abogados

Our firm has represented and represents the interests of major ship owners, charterers, underwriters, trading houses, exporters, freight forwarders, financial institutions, ports, warehouse operators and international law firms. Importantly, we are one of the few firms in Latin America that it is listed as official correspondents for several P&I / Defense Clubs of the International Group, as well as H&M Clubs. 

Our service covers comprehensive legal assistance in all areas related to shipping and transport including -but not limited to- conflict resolution in all aspects of shipping, non-contentious advice on all types of shipping contracts multimodal, air & land transport, major casualty & emergency response, admiralty, cargo claims, pollution, marine insurance, charter parties, salvage & towage, collisions, groundings & fires, recovery actions, ship agency, ship financing, wreck removal, regulatory issues and other related matters.

In addition, our Shipping group has also a vast non-marine (re)insurance experience and through the years we have earned a significant reputation particularly for our work on behalf of the London and Worldwide reinsurance markets. Our experience includes resolving major litigation and arbitration cases.

Chambers Review

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Shipping - Chile

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

JJR Abogados houses a heavyweight team focused on shipping and maritime law in Chile. The firm is adept at handling contentious and non-contentious aspects that include cargo claims, contractual disputes and P&I liability files. The department offers advice to a wide range of clients, including vessel owners and international law firms and routinely assists clients with recovery actions and vessel arrests.

Work Highlights

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  • JJR Abogados represented Steamship Mutual as correspondents and legal advisers in defending its members against claims from local cargo interests.

Strengths

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  • JJR Abogados provides clear and easily digestible advice. They have a strong team when assistance is needed, their lawyers are approachable and understand the needs of the shipping industry.

    Shipping respondentLatin America
  • JJR Abogados' team has great knowledge of the Chilean market and of the dynamics of global Maritime Law. They provide an excellent service and good response times.

    Shipping respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Ricardo Rozas
    Band 1Ricardo Rozas

    Ricardo Rozas

    Frontrunning partner Ricardo Rozas garners ample praise from market commentators regarding his expertise on shipping law. He is commended for his prowess handling both contentious and non-contentious matters.

    • Ricardo Rozas is our go-to lawyer in Chile. He is trusted by clients and understands the commercial needs of the shipping industry.

      Shipping respondentLatin America
    • Ricardo Rozas is great to work with, always very responsive, very knowledgeable and good at solving problems.

      Shipping respondentLatin America
  • Band 2Max Morgan
    Band 2Max Morgan

    Max Morgan

    Experienced partner Max Morgan comes highly recommended by market observers for his shipping practice in Chile.

    • Max Morgan is an excellent lawyer who provides clear and concise advice. He understands the needs of his clients and provides the service we require.

      Shipping respondentLatin America

Ranked Individuals at JJR Abogados (2)

Chile

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