Dispute Resolution: Arbitration

Yrarrazaval, Ruiz-Tagle, Ovalle, Salas & Vial is a specialised firm with an active dispute resolution department in Chile, and which showcases noteworthy strength in the arbitration field. The Santiago-based team is frequently instructed by clients to act on domestic disputes, as well as international arbitration cases under the auspices of the ICSID and the ICC. The practice also boasts noted civil litigation expertise and is often seen assisting clients in construction disputes. The department advises a roster of clients hailing from the energy and insurance industries.

"Yrarrazaval, Ruiz-Tagle, Ovalle, Salas & Vial offers a unique service and provides excellent legal advice, not only during the dispute, but also before and after the trial."

Gerardo Ovalle co-heads the law firm's dispute resolution department and is well known for his arbitration and commercial litigation work in Chile. He is well versed in investment treaty and commercial disputes, especially under the ICC and ICSID rules. "Gerardo Ovalle is very dedicated and has great experience, talent and a lot of commercial sensitivity. I have every confidence in his judgment."

Fernando Salas is a Santiago-based partner who is adept at handling both Chilean and international arbitration cases. He represents a broad range of clients in investor-state and commercial arbitration disputes. "Fernando Salas is an excellent professional, who is very thorough in his analysis and extremely responsible. He always offers us insight adjusted to the particularities of our institution."

Up-and-coming partner Aníbal Vial joins the dispute resolution table this year after attracting plaudits for his litigation work in the Chilean market. "Aníbal Vial is detail-oriented and has the ability to present complex legal analysis in a digestible and efficient manner."