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Vergara Galindo Correa Abogados

Environment

Latin America Guide 2026 : Chile

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It is widely known that environmental law has developed greatly in recent years. VGC Abogados, which was the first boutique firm that specialized in this area of practice, has provided support to clients over the complete cycle of each project so that they can carry out their projects successfully.

From the outset VGC Abogados has participated in the most important projects nationwide, being recognized as one of the prominent firms in the country.

Among others, VGC Abogados handles the following matters:

  • Advice on the environmental assessment of projects and the design of strategies for approval, including obtaining environmental and sectoral permits.
  • Actions and procedures before sectorial authorities.
  • Preparation of legal opinions for the analysis and resolution of complex environmental matters.
  • Advice and consulting related to matters of generation, transport and operation of wastes.
  • Performance of environmental legal audits.
  • Due diligence for financing and project acquisitions.
  • Support in negotiation processes with communities.
  • Advice on applying Law 19,253 on Protection, Promotion and Development of Indigenous Peoples and ILO Convention 169 on Indigenous and Tribal Peoples in Independent Countries.

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Environment - Chile

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Outstanding boutique firm Vergara Galindo Correa Abogados services domestic and multinational clients from the power generation, mining and manufacturing sectors on a vast array of environmental matters. The team has a deep bench of practitioners who are well placed to advise on environmental assessment reports, permitting requests and water rights. The law firm benefits from its extensive experience acting on administrative regulations such as water resources and land use mandates, and boasts significant capabilities representing clients in judicial litigation.

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Strengths

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  • Vergara Galindo Correa Abogados fields a team of environmental law experts known for their problem-solving skills, structured risk analysis methodology and outstanding response time.

    Environment respondentLatin America

  • Vergara Galindo Correa Abogados stands out for the experience, trajectory and specialty with which the team provides advice. They have extensive knowledge and provide very personalised advice.

    Environment respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Javier Vergara Fisher
    Javier Vergara Fisher

    Javier Vergara Fisher

    Pre-eminent partner Javier Vergara Fisher maintains his position as a go-to lawyer in Chile for complex environmental matters with a contentious component. He is frequently sought after by key clients from the mining sector as counsel for judicial claims and negotiations related to projects.

    • Javier Vergara Fisher is a renowned practitioner. He stands out for his technical capacity, response time and holistic vision.

      Environment respondentLatin America

    • Javier Vergara Fisher is one of the most experienced environmental lawyers in Chile, with expertise in both contentious and non-contentious matters.

      Environment respondentLatin America
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  • Mario Galindo
    Mario Galindo

    Mario Galindo

    Top-tier environmental law practitioner Mario Galindo receives market recognition for his practice assisting key clients with contentious cases in the administrative and judicial spheres in Chile. He has extensive experience advising on environmental issues related to compliance programmes and defence in punitive proceedings undertaken by the local authorities.

    • Mario Galindo is the best environmental lawyer in Chile. He is a great litigator with outstanding judgement.

      Environment respondentLatin America

    • Mario Galindo is a renowned litigation lawyer in environmental matters, an expertise that is not easily found in the market. His advice has been invaluable for the success of the company.

      Environment respondentLatin America
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  • Cecilia Urbina
    Cecilia Urbina

    Cecilia Urbina

    Renowned lawyer and co-head of department Cecilia Urbina is praised for her high-level work for key clients in the Chilean environmental sphere. She is well placed to provide advice on environmental compliance.

    • Cecilia Urbina has a lot of experience and knowledge in matters requiring a high degree of specialisation and technical knowledge. She provides meticulous work of excellent quality.

      Environment respondentLatin America
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