Cecilia Correa
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Associate
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Associate
Ms. Correa concentrates his professional practice on Corporate and Commercial Law.
At Bertrand-Galindo Barrueto Barroilhet, she has advised a wide range of local and foreign clients from various economic sectors in the development of their projects in Chile, with a focus on renewable energy. She has been involved in the preparation of reports and contracts for different energy projects and complex transactions.
Education
* J.D., Universidad del Desarrollo, 2024.
PRACTICE AREAS
Corporate Law, Commercial Law, and M&A
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Real Estate Law
PRACTICE AREAS
Corporate Law, Commercial Law, and M&A
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Real Estate Law
Clemente Vélez H.
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Associate
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Associate
Mr. Vélez focuses his professional practice in the areas of Energy, Natural Resources, Project Development, as well as Corporate and Labor Law.
At Bertrand-Galindo Barrueto Barroilhet, he has advised a wide range of local and foreign clients in the development of their projects in Chile, mainly in the renewable energy industry. He has participated in the evaluation, negotiation and preparation of contracts for the development of electrical, wind and green hydrogen projects.
Education
* J.D., Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, 2023.
PRACTICE AREAS
Corporate Law, Commercial Law, and M&A
Labor and Immigration Law
Engineering and Construction Law
International Trade, Foreign Investment and International Law
PRACTICE AREAS
Corporate Law, Commercial Law, and M&A
Labor and Immigration Law
Engineering and Construction Law
International Trade, Foreign Investment and International Law
Arturo Faulbaum A.
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Associate
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Associate
Languages
Spanish
English
Portuguese
French
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Mr. Faulbaum focuses his professional practice on Mining, Natural Resources, Environmental and Regulatory, Corporate and Commercial Law, M&A, Projects and Infrastructure.
At Bertrand-Galindo Barrueto Barroilhet, he has advised a wide range of local and foreign clients from various economic sectors, mainly mining, in the development of their projects in Chile. He has been involved in assessing and preparing Due Diligence reports regarding mining projects, as well as in preparing acquisition transactions of such projects or of rights therein. Furthermore, he possesses ample knowledge regarding regulatory matters in the mining industry.
Additionally, Mr. Faulbaum has experience in corporate matters, providing counsel in complex contractual and M&A transactions, including joint ventures and cross-border operations.
Educación
* J.D., Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, 2019.
* Diploma in Natural Resources Law, Major in Mining Law, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, 2022.
PRACTICE AREAS
Corporate Law, Commercial Law, and M&A
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Mining Law
Environmental Law
PRACTICE AREAS
Corporate Law, Commercial Law, and M&A
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Mining Law
Environmental Law
Bernardita Salvatierra R.
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Associate
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Associate
Ms. Salvatierra focuses her professional practice on ESG (Environment, Social, and Corporate Governance), Indigenous Law, Communities, Sustainability, Mining, Energy, and Natural Resources.
At Bertrand-Galindo Barrueto Barroilhet, she has advised a wide range of local and foreign clients from various economic sectors, mainly energy and mining, in the development of their projects in Chile. She has been involved in assessing and preparing reports regarding compliance with national and international ESG standards, as well as in the development and review of ESG policies. She has also participated in the preparation of environmental assessment instruments and provided advice in administrative sanctioning procedures, primarily in environmental and mining matters. Additionally, Ms. Salvatierra has provided guidance in community resettlement processes and negotiations of cooperation agreements with Indigenous communities. In the field of sustainability, she has provided counsel in establishing foundations and in the execution of real right of conservation contracts.
Education
* J.D., Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, 2018.
* Diploma in Women and Global Public Policies, University of Chile, 2021.
* Diploma in Natural Resources and Sustainable Development, University of Chile, 2022.
PRACTICE AREAS
Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Mining Law
Environmental Law
PRACTICE AREAS
Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Mining Law
Environmental Law
Sofía Bernier C.
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Associate
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Associate
Ms. Bernier focuses her professional practice on ESG (Environment, Social, and Corporate Governance), Indigenous Law, Communities, Sustainability, Mining, Energy, and Natural Resources.
At Bertrand-Galindo Barrueto Barroilhet, she has advised a wide range of local and foreign clients from various economic sectors, mainly energy and mining, in the development of their projects in Chile. She has been involved in assessing and preparing reports regarding compliance with national and international ESG standards, as well as in the development and review of ESG policies, especially those regarding matters on Business and Human Rights. She has also participated in the preparation of environmental assessment instruments, primarily regarding environmental and mining matters. Additionally, Ms. Bernier has provided guidance in community resettlement processes.
Previously, Ms. Bernier collaborated with the Program on Corporate Sustainability of the UC Faculty of Law investigating on the implementation of the UNGP on Business and Human Rights in Chilean private and public companies and participating as the research coordinator of the first and second Chilean annual Diagnostic. She has also been a teaching assistant in wide range of courses both at the UC School of Government and the UC Faculty of Law.
Education
* J.D., Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, 2021.
* B.A. University of Pennsylvania, 2015..
PRACTICE AREAS
Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Environmental Law
International Trade, Foreign Investment and International Law
PRACTICE AREAS
Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Environmental Law
International Trade, Foreign Investment and International Law
Paula Errázuriz S.
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Associate
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Associate
Ms. Errázuriz has concentrated her practice in the areas of Environmental, Compliance, Energy and Corporate Law.
At Bertrand-Galindo Barrueto Barroilhet, she has advised domestic and international clients from various economic sectors in the development of their projects in Chile. Her experience includes the drafting, review, and negotiation of contracts, as well as assistance in environmental impact assessment processes, sanctioning procedures, and other related regulatory matters. She has also provided legal counsel on the various legal issues that have arisen during project interconnection processes, delivering strategic support to address technical, contractual, and regulatory challenges. Furthermore, she has been involved in the assessment and preparation of compliance reports concerning national and international ESG standards, as well as in the development and review of ESG policies, including the drafting of manuals, protocols, and internal regulations on various matters.
Education
* J.D., Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, 2022.
* Academic exchange at Universität Leipzig, 2021.
PRACTICE AREAS
Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Environmental Law
International Trade, Foreign Investment and International Law
PRACTICE AREAS
Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Environmental Law
International Trade, Foreign Investment and International Law
José Tomás Barrueto S.
José Tomás Barrueto S.
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José Tomás Barrueto S.
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Mr. Barrueto concentrates his practice in Energy and Mining, Corporate and Commercial Law, M&A y Cross Border Transactions, Environmental Law and Sanctioning Proceedings, Project Development and Real Estate.
He has advised a broad range of local and foreign clients in his areas of expertise, participating in some of the most relevant legal matters occurred in the country in such fields. Likewise, Mr. Barrueto has extensive experience advising clients on issues related to the environmental assessment impact system, the Environmental Superintendence and the Environmental Courts.
Mr. Barrueto is one of the Chilean members of the Joint Public Advisory Committee (JPAC) of the Commission for Environmental Cooperation between Chile and Canada. He is also a professor of the course mining and energy projects development, at the LL.M. program of Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile Law School. Mr. Barrueto is recognized in the Energy Area by the international publication Chambers & Partners.
Education
* J.D., Universidad de los Andes, 2006.
* LL.M., University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Law School (Becas Chile Scholarship), 2013.
PRACTICE AREAS
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Environmental Law
Real Estate Law
Corporate Law, Commercial Law, and M&A
PRACTICE AREAS
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Environmental Law
Real Estate Law
Corporate Law, Commercial Law, and M&A
Javier Barroilhet D.
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Partner
Energy and Natural Resources Law
Partner
Mr. Barroilhet is a dynamic and results-oriented legal professional, specializing in Corporate and Commercial Law, Energy and Natural Resources, Engineering, Construction and Infrastructure, Financing, and Real Estate. He is renowned for his ability to make things happen, navigating complex legal landscapes with ease and efficiency.
He has a distinguished track record in the green hydrogen sector in Chile, where he has played a pivotal role in the development and realization of key projects. He has been at the forefront of negotiating complex contracts and creating and modifying regulations and legislation in areas that are new to Chile. His ability to navigate these new legal and technical territories, and his commitment to innovation have been fundamental to his success. In addition, Mr. Barroilhet has demonstrated exceptional skill in stakeholder engagement strategy, effectively working with a variety of stakeholders to advance the objectives of the projects he participates in.
Mr. Barroilhet’s vast experience in Corporate Governance, Compliance, and Strategic Business Planning has made him a trusted advisor for both local and international clients. His clientele includes major players in the energy, insurance, mining, financing, consultancy, construction, and real estate sectors.
In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Barroilhet has a strong foothold in the capital markets and financial sector, as well as in the energy and infrastructure sector. His strategic insights and leadership have been instrumental in his advisory role and directorship of listed corporations and regulated companies in Chile.
Mr. Barroilhet is admitted to practice in Chile, where he continues to shape the legal landscape through his innovative and proactive approach.
Education
*J.D., Universidad de los andes, 2007.
*Advance Diploma in Energy Market Regulation, School of Electrical Engineering at Universidad de Chile, 2011
*MBA, ESE Business School (Alumni Scholarship), Universidad de los Andes, 2017.