Achieving ‘favourable results through the articulation of strong arguments', Allende Bascuñán & Cía's five-strong disputes practice is experienced in contentious matters involving civil and commercial law issues, aviation and administrative law. The team also acts in litigation concerning mining, agriculture and the financial markets; and its track record incorporates appearances in civil and administrative proceedings throughout Chile, as well as appeal and Supreme Court work. The team is led by disputes specialist José Alberto Allende, who is a ’great strategist', while at senior associate level, Sergio Avilés is ‘a fantastic asset'.
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Testimonials
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‘Versatility and ability to cover different types of conflicts, regardless of their nature.’
‘Clients always have a very good experience with this firm. It is a cohesive team that understands business and can quickly understand clients' needs.’
‘Very easy to work with and it achieves favourable results through the articulation of strong arguments.’
‘Professionals that are highly trained and always available’.
‘José Alberto Allende is an excellent litigator, with a lot of legal and practical knowledge. Great strategist and excellent negotiator - highly recommended’.
‘José Alberto Allende - not only is he very intelligent, but he personally takes on assignments. Although he relies on his team, he is always present during the handling of the matter'.
'José Alberto Allende is a powerful leader, with the ability to make decisions under pressure. Great attention to detail, client service, and value for money.’
'Senior associate Sergio Avilés is a fantastic asset - very helpful in handling matters’.
Key clients
- Anglo American
- Air Canada
- Constructora Ignacio Hurtado
- TNT Express
- Korean Air
- Fedex Express Chile
- Copa (Compañía Panameña de Aviación)
- Trane
- Air France
- KLM
- Agrícola Lomas de Maitenes
- Ethiopian Airlines
- Phillips
- Fundación Las Rosas
Work highlights
- Acting for Philips in a lawsuit filed by the National Consumer Corporation of Chile (Conadecus) for the manufacture and sale of defective products between 2008 and 2021.
- Acting for Air Canada in different claims raised by Honey Group Chile, after its bees were found dead (further to air transportation to Canada).
- Defended Anglo American against a breach of contract case that was brought by SIM Ingeniería.
Lawyers
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Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
José Alberto Allende