General counsel | SQM
Gonzalo Aguirre
General counsel | SQM
General counsel | SQM - Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile
General counsel | SQM - Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile
Gonzalo Aguirre is a Chilean lawyer with a wealth of experience of providing advice to both local and international companies with a specific focus on financial transactions, energy and corporate governance. Having impressed with his work as the head of legal of SunEdison between 2014 and 2016, Aguirre was hired by SQM, a large Chilean lithium mining and chemical company, to resolve legal difficulties faced by the company in the form of allegations of bribery and tax evasion. Aguirre’s strong resolve and patience when dealing with these issues has been highly impressive. Previous work experience in Aguirre’s career include work as a professor at Pontifica Universidad Catolica de Chile, in-house counsel position at AES Gener and private practice roles at Paul Hastings, Carey and Vial & Palma. During his time in private practice, he represented both local and international clients on finance and corporate law transactions and developed his expertise in providing legal advice to construction projects and mining ventures.