Bofill Escobar Silva Abogados
‘Excellent in dealing with very complex cases', boutique firm Bofill Escobar Silva Abogados focuses exclusively on the resolution of complex or cross-border business disputes. It consistently acts in major international investment and commercial arbitrations, as well as domestic matters; moreover, the group’s caseload frequently encompasses high-profile or politically-sensitive issues. The team is also regularly sought out to set aside international arbitral awards before the Santiago Court of Appeals. The recent track record of name partner and renowned litigation and arbitration specialist, Jorge Bofill, includes domestic and investment arbitrations, along with the annulment of international commercial arbitration awards; Sebastián Yanine is a delegate to the ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR (alongside other Chilean arbitration practitioners) since 2022; and Francisco Aninat (who demonstrates ’complete understanding of the problems that arise in arbitration') is a recently-elected member of the National Football Association (ANFP)’s arbitration tribunal.
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Testimonials
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‘A team of lawyers that works very well, on time, and in a coordinated, orderly manner.'
'Solid understanding of the stages and procedures that are necessary to arbitration, which means they provide an excellent service.’
'Excellent in dealing with very complex cases.'
'Very professional and always manages to handle complex issues, technically, legally and financially.'
'A solid multidisciplinary and multicultural team that strongly contributes to the success of cases.’
‘What makes the difference from other firms is its availability, legal capabilities, mastery of the legal doctrine, and commercial sense.'
'Alternative proposals in case of blockage and a team with great diversity and an efficient methodology. Great ability to convince.’
‘Francisco Aninat - clear and complete understanding of the problems that arise in arbitration, and solid and compelling writings.'
Key clients
- Gente Oil Ecuador Pte
- Obrascón Huarte Laín Amodio
- Sociedad Concesionaria Costanera Norte
- Sociedad Concesionaria Nuevo Pudahuel
- Enel Green Power Chile
- Consorcio de Salud Santiago Oriente
- Dominion
- ICAFAL Ingeniería y Construcción
- Industria Metalúrgica Ursus Trotter
- Grupo Auguri
- Colun
- Sterling and Wilson
Work highlights
- Acted for Sociedad Concesionaria Nuevo Pudahuel in an arbitral proceeding against the Ministry of Public Works to obtain recognition of overhead costs and damages for the construction of cargo terminals at Santiago's international airport.
- Acted for Enel Green Power Chile (EGPC) in an international commercial arbitration wherein EGPC claims that several energy conversion units purchased from Fimer caused serious physical and economic damage.
- Acted for Gente Oil Ecuador Pte in an international commercial arbitration against the Republic of Ecuador, further to the latter's alleged breach of an exploration and exploitation contract.
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Leading individuals
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jorge Bofill, Francisco Aninat, Sebastián Yanine