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Morales & Besa

Energy & Natural Resources

Latin America Guide 2026 : Chile


Morales & Besa

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The team’s practice is built on a two-prong structure: transactional work carried out jointly with the Firm’s projects, banking and finance, and M&A departments, on the one hand, and regulatory and commercial advice in the development of energy projects, on the other.

Our transactional work is industry-leading and highly regarded in the market, with interdisciplinary teams decidedly capable of conducting fast-track and detailed due diligence reviews of all aspects of an energy project, including complex PPA structures and regulatory requirements, to meet international and cross-border transaction standards. The flexible configuration of the team allows us to be rapidly reactive to the client’s needs whenever the transaction’s timeline demands it. Our approach to due diligence associates the different aspects of a project (corporate, land, environmental, etc.) with the industry specific issues, thus allowing us to provide a more accurate and thorough risk assessment of the relevant asset. Our team has in house experience in the industry, which provides a deep understanding of the relevant business drivers.

Our team members have also advised energy developers in all stages of the development of transmission and generation projects, including liaising with the sectorial authorities for the obtainment of applicable permits. 

Clients (15)

  • EIG Global Energy Partners
  • WPD
  • Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank
  • Banco Santander Chile
  • Banco Security
  • Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
  • X-Elio (formerly Gestamp)
  • Solairedirect
  • Sonnedix
  • DNB Bank
  • Prime Energía SpA
  • Solarpack
  • Celeo Redes Chile SpA
  • Acciona Energía
  • Enel Generación Chile

Industries (8)

  • Banks
  • Construction & Materials
  • Energy
  • Government
  • Real Estate
  • Utilities
  • mining
  • mining

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Energy & Natural Resources - Chile

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Morales & Besa has a dynamic energy and natural resources department in Santiago, Chile. The team is recognised for its work in regulatory matters and due diligence of projects, including some work on project finance. The department often provides advice to both local and international names withing the energy sphere.

Work Highlights

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  • Morales & Besa advised Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) on its stake acquisition in Bolero and other renewable energy companies, including advice on shareholder agreements and purchase agreements.

Strengths

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  • The Morales & Besa team is experienced, has technical knowledge and provides timely work.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 4Juan Carlos Valdivieso
    Band 4Juan Carlos Valdivieso

    Juan Carlos Valdivieso

    Noted partner Juan Carlos Valdivieso heads the firm's department and regularly advises clients from the power sector on energy issues that arise from their projects in Chile.

    • Juan Carlos Valdivieso knows the business and the regulation, negotiates well and proposes practical solutions.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentLatin America

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Chile

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