Energy & Natural Resources
Latin America Guide 2025 : Chile
Band 3
About
Provided by ACU Abogados
ACU Abogados' Energy & Natural Resources department has earned a distinguished reputation for its comprehensive understanding of both the regulation and the energy industry. The Department specializes in applying legal criteria to navigate intricate challenges that arise within this domain, consistently delivering commercially optimized outcomes. Proof of their capabilities is their ongoing representation of clients before the Experts Panel of the Electric Services Law. The department's portfolio extends beyond major players and trade organizations, encompassing non-electric entities, including those in the mining sector.
Their expertise extends beyond addressing routine matters excelling at resolving complex issues such as evolving regulatory frameworks, legal interpretations, intricate commercial agreements, technical advisories for the independent system operator, and conflict resolution. With a team comprising adept lawyers and engineers, Partner Nicolás Atkinson spearheads efforts, ensuring every energy-related concern is expertly addressed. This hands-on approach guarantees that clients of ACU Abogados receive a tailored and top-tier service.
Chambers Review
ACU Abogados houses a dynamic team of energy and natural resources practitioners that is adept at handling PPA, EPC, and BOS contracts for sector-related clients in Chile, as well as energy asset acquisitions, energy project development, and regulatory mandates. The department boasts a significant experience on regulatory matters. The team is often engaged by clients operating in the renewables space. The law firm counts with CVE and Agrícola Konavle as new clients.
Work Highlights
- ACU Abogados advised Atria Energía on an EPC agreement for the construction of a transmission line.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"ACU Abogados has strong knowledge of the regulations, providing advice in a practical and specific way."
"ACU Abogados has strong knowledge of the regulations, providing advice in a practical and specific way."
Notable Practitioners
Head of department Nicolás Atkinson comes highly recommended for his prowess in the energy and natural resources arena in Chile, with a strong focus on advising on regulatory issues in the energy sector.
"Nicolás Atkinson is a very business-oriented lawyer with a deep understanding ofthe Chilean energy market."
Up-and-coming partner Teresita Vial is noted for her regulatory advice to clients in relation to energy issues.
"Teresita Vial is an excellent adviser, always with a very broad and pragmatic vision."
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