Lavin Abogados & Consultores

LAVIN Abogados & Consultores is a boutique law firm in Chile, renowned for its expertise in Environmental Law, Natural Resources, Energy, Corporate Law, Tax, and Litigation. With a comprehensive and highly specialized approach, the firm stands out for its ability to advise companies in strategic sectors such as Mining, Energy, Public Utilities, Ports, Real Estate, and industrial sectors including Wine Exportation and the Paper and Wood industries.

Our firm distinguishes itself by incorporating non-lawyer professionals, such as engineers and accountants, who work closely with our specialized attorneys in regulatory, corporate-tax, and litigation matters. This multidisciplinary and holistic approach has attracted multinational clients seeking comprehensive and effective legal solutions.

LAVIN Abogados & Consultores is proud to be one of the few firms in Chile with extensive experience in local concessions and permits, including Maritime, Electrical, and Mining Concessions, as well as in obtaining Environmental Permits and Water Rights for the construction and operation of various industries.

Our value proposition is based on highly personalized service, provided directly by our partners and multidisciplinary professionals, without the mediation of a large number of junior associates. This model, combined with our competitive fees, positions us as a unique mid-sized law firm in Chile.

We have offices in Santiago, from which we serve clients nationwide, and in Osorno, with a permanent presence in the regions of La Araucanía, Los Ríos, and Los Lagos.

Key Practice Areas:

• Environmental: We advise on all stages of project development, including environmental impact assessments, permit processing, defense in regulatory inspections, and environmental damage litigation.

• Maritime Concessions: Specialists in the design of strategies, processing, and obtaining maritime concessions, as well as defense in regulatory inspections and compliance with obligations.

• Water Rights: We provide counsel on water rights management, river course modifications, major infrastructure projects, and water resource planning, with a multidisciplinary approach.

• Mining, Energy, and Permits: We support all phases of mining, energy, and industrial projects, including due diligence, permit strategies, community negotiations, and litigation.

• Tax and Accounting: We offer comprehensive advice on tax planning, restructurings, mergers, and representation before tax authorities, with personalized and dedicated service.

• Corporate and Business Law: We assist companies and investors with internal organization, governance support, and management of commercial relationships and dealings with authorities.

• Projects: We cover planning, financing, acquisition, and construction in real estate developments, infrastructure, and concession contracts, focusing on negotiations, easements, and community relations.