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Ortúzar, Vergara & Boetsch Abogados

Dispute Resolution: Litigation

Latin America Guide 2027 : Chile


Ortúzar, Vergara & Boetsch Abogados

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Provided by Ortúzar, Vergara & Boetsch Abogados

OVB Litigation team is best known for its involvement in significant and complex commercial disputes, assisting both national and foreign companies, in litigation proceedings. The Firm relies in a united team with years of experience. They are known for how to work with others, its flexible for the clients, and its approach that aligns the business and judicial interest, to find the better possible solution for the client. 

Key types of work:

- Civil and Commercial litigation

- Consumer law

- Administrative law

- Constitutional litigation

Work Highligts:

- Represented Arauco in claim against CGE, to recover damages suffered because of the wildfires; against claims for restitution of land, brought by members of native tribes under indigenous law; and against a claim of civil liability brought by a group of over 500 artisan fishermen, seeking damages over alleged contamination of a river in Valdivia, Chile.

- Representing Empresa Portuaria Valparaíso (EPV), in a dispute against Valparaiso Terminal de Pasajeros (VTP) in a prominent dispute affecting the cruise industry in Chile.

- Representing two town halls (Curacavi and María Pinto) and over 700 hundred farmers in a negotiation and civil actions against Colbún for its responsibility in the collapse of a tunnel that caused an incommensurable economic and social damage in the valley, causing the loss of around 16.000 hc of crops.

- Representing Engie in a dispute with Zofri.

Clients (9)

  • Arauco
  • Banco BCI
  • BCI Seguros
  • Ariztía
  • Empresa Portuaria Valparaíso
  • Enel Green Power
  • Seguros Sura
  • Farmacias Salcobrand
  • Engie Energía Chile

Industries (9)

  • Construction
  • Insurance
  • Banking
  • Agroindustria
  • Stock Markets
  • Aquiculture
  • Real Estate
  • Mining
  • Retail

Chambers Review

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Dispute Resolution: Litigation - Chile

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Ortúzar, Vergara & Boetsch Abogados is a market-leading dispute resolution boutique with expertise spanning the full spectrum of contentious mandates in Chile. The department possesses significant experience in civil and commercial litigation, as well as cross-border arbitration matters, for local and multinational clients. The team offers expertise in class actions, insurance mandates, tort liability and construction disputes against the Chilean state. The practice regularly acts for key clients from regulated industries, including the energy, mining and financial services sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Ortúzar, Vergara & Boetsch Abogados represented GNL Mejillones in a damages claim against Empresa Eléctrica Cochrane arising from alleged corrosion damage to high-voltage transmission towers.

Strengths

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  • Ortúzar, Vergara & Boetsch Abogados is one of the leading firms in Chile for handling complex matters. They stand out for their expertise, strategic vision and problem-solving skills, as well as their ability to manage sophisticated legal and technical issues with speed.

    Dispute Resolution: Litigation respondentLatin America
  • Ortúzar, Vergara & Boetsch Abogados is an outstanding firm with lawyers of the highest intellectual and professional calibre. The team has extensive experience, sound judgement and provides invaluable support throughout the process.

    Dispute Resolution: Litigation respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Álvaro Ortúzar
    Band 1Álvaro Ortúzar

    Álvaro Ortúzar

    Senior statesperson Álvaro Ortúzar has a strong track record in different dispute resolution spheres, including both civil and commercial litigation, as well as Chile-related arbitration. He also serves as an arbitrator in a range of domestic commercial disputes, frequently under CAM rules.

    • Álvaro Ortúzar is undoubtedly one of the best lawyers in Chile. He stands out for his strategic approach to complex litigation and his ability to consistently achieve positive results.

      Dispute Resolution: Litigation respondentLatin America
    • Álvaro Ortúzar is a tremendous lawyer who is very professional, serious and effective.

      Dispute Resolution: Litigation respondentLatin America
  • Band 1Cristián Boetsch
    Band 1Cristián Boetsch

    Cristián Boetsch

    Cristián Boetsch has standout experience in the dispute resolution space and is regularly retained to handle civil and commercial litigation as well as domestic arbitration mandates. He co-heads the firm's department, which is based in Santiago.
    • Cristián Boetsch is an extremely strong litigator. He is exceptionally well-rounded and intelligent, and has a strong understanding of his clients' needs.

      Dispute Resolution: Litigation respondentLatin America
    • Cristián Boetsch stands out for his availability and responsiveness, even on matters requiring in-depth analysis. He is always willing to become involved and provide clear, well-founded guidance within tight deadlines, which is particularly valuable in sensitive or urgent situations.

      Dispute Resolution: Litigation respondentLatin America
  • Band 6Nicolás Vergara
    Band 6Nicolás Vergara

    Nicolás Vergara

    Co-head of department Nicolás Vergara garners extensive client recommendations for the litigation and arbitration expertise he shows in handling class actions and negotiating settlements in Chile.

    • Nicolás Vergara has excellent strategic vision and great experience leading disputes across a range of sectors.

      Dispute Resolution: Litigation respondentLatin America
  • Band 6Benjamín Morales Palumbo
    Band 6Benjamín Morales Palumbo

    Benjamín Morales Palumbo

    Solid partner Benjamín Morales Palumbo demonstrates expertise in representing clients in civil litigation from a variety of sectors, including energy and insurance.

    • Benjamín Morales Palumbo is always available to answer our questions and provide consistently in-depth analysis. He has deep knowledge of civil law, combining theoretical expertise with a practical approach.

      Dispute Resolution: Litigation respondentLatin America
  • Band 6Diego Navarrete
    Band 6Diego Navarrete

    Diego Navarrete

    Active partner Diego Navarrete continues to receive significant praise for his work in Chile's dispute resolution field, including both litigation and pre-litigation advice. His experience also extends to arbitration proceedings in Chile.

    • Diego Navarrete stands out for his work ethic, knowledge and strategic thinking. He has an excellent attitude and is highly committed to his clients and their businesses.

      Dispute Resolution: Litigation respondentLatin America

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