Larrain y Asociados Abogados ‘has the experience and capabilities that few firms have in Chile regarding complex infrastructure projects’. The 15-strong projects and infrastructure team advises on the development, financing, construction, operation, sale and acquisition of infrastructure projects. Acting for project developers, construction companies and lenders, the team’s specialisms cover LNG regasification terminals, port facilities, gas pipelines, hospitals, highways, railways and industrial facilities. It also advises on gas and diesel-fuelled power plants, renewable energy and petrochemicals. Recent highlights include advising Pucobre on the development, construction and operation of an open pit copper and gold mine. The group is co-led by Jorge Granic, a renowned project development, infrastructure and energy and natural resources expert; and Arturo Bulnes, who consistently assists with infrastructure projects. The team further showcases energy law specialist Cristóbal Morandé; Carlos Aravena, who is ’one of the best lawyers for concessions and infrastructure matters in Chile’; and Joaquín Larrain, an adviser on project development, construction and financing work. In the firm’s associate ranks, Javiera Méndez assists with the regulatory and administrative law aspects of project development; Francisco Cerda ‘does a stellar job’; and the recent experience of project finance lawyer Michelle Inzunza includes the negotiation of a BOOT contract for a seawater supply system.
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- ‘Has the experience and capabilities that few firms have in Chile regarding complex infrastructure projects.’
- ‘Its support in contract negotiations is invaluable and the team shows creativity when addressing new issues. Very client focused and they are the ones who know the industry best from a corporate, financial and dispute resolution point of view.’
- ‘Carlos Aravena is, if not the best, then one of the best lawyers for concessions and infrastructure matters in Chile. Holistic knowledge of projects and great litigation skills.’
- ‘Jorge Granic and Francisco Cerda both stand out for their knowledge and ability to carry out complex infrastructure projects.’
- ‘Jorge Granic and Francisco Cerda are highlighted for their commitment to the project and customer service in general.’
- ‘Jorge Granic - active and continuous participation in meetings and negotiations.’
- ‘Francisco Cerda does a stellar job.’
- ‘Michele Inzunza stands out for her ability to detect complex points and resolve them.’
Key clients
- Antofagasta Minerals
- BHP
- Grupo Abertis
- Sociedad Concesionaria Región Sur
- Sociedad Punta del Cobre
- Generadora Metropolitana
- Metka EGN
- Volta Hidrógeno
- Empresa Eléctrica El Pinar
- Transmisora Continental Bio
- Consorcio de Salud Santiago Oriente Sociedad Concesionaria
Work highlights
- Advised Aguas Horizonte (a consortium formed by Marubeni Corporation and Transelec Rentas Holding) on the negotiation of a BOOT agreement for the design, financing, construction, operation, and maintenance of a desalinisation plant and pumping system to supply Codelco mining operations in the north of Chile.
- Advising Grupo GIA and Sociedad Concesionaria Región Sur on the bidding and awarding process of the concession contract for the execution, repair, conservation and operation of a public work called Red Los Ríos - Los Lagos: Hospital de Los Lagos, Hospital de La Unión, Hospital de Río Bueno y Hospital de Puerto Varas.
- Advising Pucobre on the El Espino Mining Project, a greenfield deposit that involves the development, construction and operation of an open pit copper and gold mine.
Lawyers
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Practice head
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Arturo Bulnes, Jorge Granic