Carlos Balbontín Meneses
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024 About Carlos Balbontín Meneses
Carlos Balbontín Meneses is a lawyer based in Santiago, CL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Chile™ since 2024. Carlos Balbontín Meneses is recognized in the following practice area:
- Santiago, Chile
- Criminal Defense
Current Firm: Balbontin, Correa, Bown & Cía. Ltda
Location: Santiago, CL
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PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND Law Degree, Supreme Court of Justice (1987). Law Degree, School of Law, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago (1987). Master in Environmental Law, Universidad del Desarrollo (2016). Postgraduate degree in Environmental Law, Universidad del Desarrollo (2015). Master in Mining Law, Universidad de Atacama (2005). PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Founder Claussen & Velasco law firm (2017). Legal Advisor, Universidad del Norte, Casa Central Antofagasta (1990)...
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