The six-member natural resources practice group at Claro & Cia. has notable energy sector expertise, particularly in relation to non-conventional renewable energy. The full-service firm is also home to industry specialists in mining, water resources, fish farming, forestry, agriculture and wine. The team advises on the environmental law aspects of major projects, in addition to acting in environmental cases before Chile’s environmental courts and Environmental Superintendence. The practice is led by Nicolás Eyzaguirre, whose wide-ranging practice covers both strategic litigation advice and contract drafting.

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Key clients

  • Anglo American Sur
  • Lesaffre Industrial Chile
  • Occidental Chemical Chile
  • Grupo Gloria
  • Viña Santa Rita
  • Southern Cross Group – Latin American Private Equity Fund
  • Quimetal Industrial
  • Cristalerías de Chile
  • Glenfarne Group
  • Henkel

Work highlights

  • Defended Anglo American against a claim which sought to discontinue certain actions and alleged adverse impact on water rights.
  • Advised Lesaffre on obtaining the required permits to ensure compliance with legal standards for wastewater discharge parameters.
  • Advised Occidental Chemical Chile on the legal standards for wastewater discharge parameters, providing a strategic approach to operating the plant without compromising the delicate balance of nearby wetlands.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Nicolás Eyzaguirre