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Javier Ruscica

Javier Ruscica

Latin America 2027

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Ranked in 2 practice areas

Environment: Water Rights

Chile

3 years ranked

About

Provided by Pruzzo Ruscica Brotfeld Abogados

Latin America

Practice Areas

Water Law, focusing his practice in strategies for water rights management, the legal defense of his clients in administrative and judicial proceedings, counselling in obtaining permits and authorizations granted by the Water Governmental Agency, and in procedures for the constitution of water users' organizations.

Environmental Law, participating in the environmental assessment of projects (mining, desalination, power transmission, agro-industrial and real estate, among others), in the filings to obtain governmental agencies’ permits and in administrative procedures initiated by the Superintendence of the Environment or other government agencies, as well as in contentious proceedings before the Environmental Courts.

Mining Law, advising in the constitution of mining property and mining easements.

Career

Pruzzo Ruscica Brotfeld Abogados (2019), Partner; Jara Del Favero Abogados (2012-2019), Associate; Prieto y Cía. (2008-2011), Associate.

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Personal

Education:

- Lawyer, Universidad de Los Andes (2008).

- Diploma Course in Mining Law, Finis Terrae (2013).

- Master of Laws (LLM), major in Mining and Water Law, Universidad Finis Terrae (2016).​

Languages:

- Spanish

- English

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Latin America

Environment: Water Rights - Chile

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial

Partner Javier Ruscica of Pruzzo Ruscica Brotfeld Abogados is recognised for his expertise in water law matters in Chile. He has clear expertise in handling both contentious and non-contentious cases.

Environment - Chile

Band 4
Band 4

Individual Editorial

Partner and co-head of department Javier Ruscica receives endorsement from market commentators regarding his environmental practice in Chile.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Javier Ruscica is a thorough and meticulous lawyer who delivers high-quality work and resolves issues pragmatically through innovative and creative solutions.

    Environment: Water RightsChambers Latin America
  • Javier Ruscica's specialised knowledge of environmental regulations is essential to us. He has a valuable combination of technical expertise and communication skills.

    EnvironmentChambers Latin America

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Chile

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