Department profile
Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría

Environment: Water Rights

Latin America Guide 2026 : Chile


Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría

Rankings

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Environment: Water Rights - Chile

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría is a top-tier firm that is renowned for its longstanding expertise in the Chilean water sector. Its lawyers handle a wide range of commercial and regulatory matters, including the use and exercise of water rights, compliance and defense in administrative sanctioning procedures in Chile. The team also offers a notable experience advising on permit applications and sector-specific authorisations from the General Water Directorate (DGA) and other Chilean public entities.

Work Highlights

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  • Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría advised Codelco on all matters related to the use and exercise of water rights, as well as hydraulic works associated with its projects.

Strengths

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  • Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría's team has experience handling highly complex matters, demonstrating strong analytical capacity to understand intricate technical issues.

    Environment: Water Rights respondentLatin America
  • Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría is a first-rate team in matters related to water rights. Its lawyers are rigorous, experienced and highly knowledgeable.

    Environment: Water Rights respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Matías Desmadryl
    Band 1Matías Desmadryl

    Matías Desmadryl

    Front-running practitioner and co-head of department Matías Desmadryl garners plaudits from clients and peers alike for his prowess in water rights matters in Chile. He is frequently sought out by clients for his expertise in water rights matters in relation to mining projects, including sanctioning procedures and strategic regulatory advice.

    • Matías Desmadryl is an expert in water law with in-depth knowledge of relevant regulations and their industry application. He anticipates clients’ needs and delivers effective solutions.

      Environment: Water Rights respondentLatin America
    • Matías Desmadryl's versatility and broad experience across law firms, private companies and regulators enables him to grasp all perspectives and manage risks successfully.

      Environment: Water Rights respondentLatin America
  • Associates to watchSergio Jaque
    Associates to watchSergio Jaque

    Sergio Jaque

    Associate-to-watch Sergio Jaque makes his first appearance in the rankings after boasting strong recognition in the water industry in Chile.

    • Sergio Jaque is a judicious, rigorous and detail-oriented lawyer who upholds high professional standards and offers practical legal solutions.

      Environment: Water Rights respondentLatin America

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