The 11-strong water law department at boutique firm Schenke Brancoli Abogados | SLBZ specialises in the constitution of water rights, including regularisation, protection and safeguarding issues. The practice also fields experts in water law contracts; routinely acts for Water Code-governed companies; and advises on auditing and due diligence matters. Water law department leader Hipólito Zañartu has extensive water and mining law experience; and name partner Ricardo Brancoli represents companies in regulatory, environmental and natural resource-related conflicts. Associate Camila Pozo Parot is also a key team member.
Testimonials
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- 'They are excellent professionals with updated knowledge. Camila Pozo is a tremendous lawyer in the matter. Hipólito Zañartu is an expert.'
Key clients
- San Francisco Investment (Sun Dreams)
- Del Monte Fresh Produce Chile
Work highlights
- Advising Longaví River Surveillance Group (an organisation of water users that manages the Longaví River) on the administration of water rights' lease contracts.
- Assists Agricola UAC with litigation over water rights.