Cristián Herrera
About Cristián Herrera
Cristián Herrera is a lawyer based in Santiago, CL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Chile™ since 2009. Cristián Herrera is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Santiago, Chile
- Construction Law
- Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Investment
- Transportation Law
Current Firm: Cariola, Díez, Pérez-Cotapos
Location: Santiago, CL
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