José Ignacio Mercado

Alejandra Aguad D. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Arbitration and Mediation, Corporate Governance and Compliance Practice and Real Estate Law. Alejandra practices law in Santiago, Chile Best Lawyers has recognized Alejandra Aguad D. since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Alejandra Aguad D. is held by oth...

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)...

Nicolás Domínguez is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Private Equity Law. Nicolás, partner at Sanhueza, Díaz & Domínguez (SD&D), Chile, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Nicolás is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Eduardo Izquierdo B. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Labor and Employment Law and Real Estate Law. Eduardo practices law in Santiago, Chile Best Lawyers has recognized Eduardo Izquierdo B. since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Eduardo Izquierdo B. is held by other lawyers.

Leyla Hirmas is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labor and Employment Law. Leyla practices law in Santiago, Chile Best Lawyers has recognized Leyla Hirmas since 2020. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Leyla Hirmas is held by other lawyers.

Enrique García is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Civil Rights Law. Enrique practices law in Santiago, Chile Best Lawyers has recognized Enrique García since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Enrique García is held by other lawyers.

Felipe Hubner Valdivieso is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Banking and Finance Law. Felipe practices law in Santiago, Chile Best Lawyers has recognized Felipe Hubner Valdivieso since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Felipe Hubner Valdivieso is held by other lawyers.

Eduardo Spichiger Briones is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Litigation. Eduardo practices law in Santiago, Chile Best Lawyers has recognized Eduardo Spichiger Briones since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Eduardo Spichiger Briones is held by other lawyers.

Alexander Kliwadenko is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Construction Law. Alexander, has focused his professional practice on infrastructure, advising on engineering, construction, and services contracts in the industrial, public works, and concessions sectors. He previously worked at Ibarra Asociados as partner, and, in the public sector, served as Chief of the Legal Division of the Concessions Coordinator of Chile’s Ministry of Public Works. This r...

Roberto is the founding partner of our law firm. As senior partner, he gives legal, real estate and commercial assistance to both profit and non-profit entities, such as companies, educational foundations and institutes of public studies. He served as President and/or Director of the following companies and institutions: Vera and Giannini Impresores S.A.; Bosca Chile S.A.; Pizza Hut Chile; Constructora San Fernando S.A.; HK Human Capital S.A.; Ossandón Corredores Asociados S.A.; Santa ...