Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría

Described as having 'excellent analytical and negotiation skills' backed up by ‘broad academic knowledge’, Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría (PPU) offers a highly regarded public law department, known for handling a wide array of complex administrative and regulatory matters. The team is especially active in administrative conflicts, urban law, procurement reform, and regulatory compliance, regularly advising both private companies and state bodies on matters ranging from land use and permit acquisition to litigation before high courts and specialised tribunals. Known for handling major mandates in the mining, health, food and infrastructure sectors (among others), notable recent matters include advising private healthcare complex Clínica Alemana on health and regulatory issues, and major mining company Anglo American on administrative and judicial procedures. The team also played a key role in interpreting and implementing Chile’s revised public procurement law, assisting clients like Medtronic, Red de Salud UC Christus, and the Public Prosecutor’s Office. Practice head José Luis Lara brings over two decades' experience in administrative and constitutional law, and is a trusted advisor to both public institutions and private corporations; he previously served as legal counsel to the President of Chile. Other key members of the team include senior counsel Guillermo Zavala, an expert in regulatory and public procurement matters; and principal associates Matías Larroulet and Florencia Portales, who are praised for their work across administrative, procurement and urban regulation matters.