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Francisco Varela Echaurren

Partner

Francisco is one of the firm’s founding partners and focuses his practice on the corporate structuring of investment projects and merger and acquisition processes, particularly in the mining and energy sectors. He advises domestic clients and foreign investors on the development of projects in Chile, from the early stages through to implementation. His approach is pro-business, practical, and focused on providing effective advice, leading complex negotiations with strategic vision. He stands out for offering agile and efficient legal advice, tailored to the specific needs of each stage of the business and focused on the viability and success of projects.

Francisco has been recognized by Chambers and Partners for his practice in the mining area since 2011.

PRACTICE AREAS

  • Corporate and M&A.
  • Natural Resources.
  • Mining and Energy.

EDUCATION

  • Law, Universidad de Los Andes, 2007.
  • Master in Taxation Law, Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez, 2015.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • Partner, Barros Silva Varela & Vigil, 2012.
  • Associate, Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría, 2008 – 2012.
  • International Lawyer in Beijing, China, Uría Menéndez, 2010.
  • Associate, Urenda Rencoret Orrego & Dorr, 2007 – 2008.

ADMISSIONS

  • Chile, 2009.

LANGUAGES

  • Spanish and English.

ACTIVITIES AND MEMBERSHIPS

  • Chilean Bar Association.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

  • Chambers and Partners, Natural Resources: Mining – Band 3.
fvarela@bsvv.cl

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