Adopting ‘a highly developed client-service approach', mid-sized law firm Lavín Abogados & Consultores acts for domestic and international companies on the development side of energy projects; its expertise covers both contractual matters and permitting processes. The three-member team is headed by energy-sector expert Roberto Sepúlveda, who is experienced in processing electricity concessions; the acquisition of renewable energy project portfolios; and the drafting and negotiation of engineering, procurement and construction agreements, as well as power purchase and toll contracts. Routinely assisting clients from the energy and port sectors, the expertise of corporate law head Pedro Pablo Gutierrez Barros includes advice on commercial contracts and construction industry-related disputes; while associate Daniel Parra's practice covers both electricity concessions and the obtaining of key project permits.
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- 'Among many of the positive aspects of Lavín Abogados is that it incorporates the technical aspects of clients' activities with an unusual depth.'
- 'Highly trained and experienced people, and with a highly developed client-service approach.'
- 'Always available and acts diligently in response to clients' requests.'
Key clients
- Hanwha Q Cells
- Aguas Pacífico
- OPD Energy
- Empresas CMPC (Bioenergías Forestales)
- Odata Colocation
- Empresa Eléctrica Puente Alto
- Engie Energía Chile
- Fotowatio Renewable Ventures
- Consorcio Eólico
- Notus Energy
- Atria Energía
- Pacific Hydro
Work highlights
- Advising Hanwha Q Cells, a manufacturer of photovoltaic cells, on its daily operations.
- Advising Odata Colocation on electricity concessions and land planning for its data centre project.
- Assisting Pacific Hydro with the processing of three electricity concessions.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Roberto Sepúlveda