Mario Fava

Mario Fava

/Partner

Chile

Partner of the Projects, Engineering and Construction team. His professional practice focuses on Engineering, Construction and Strategic Project Contracting. He has extensive experience in infrastructure and natural resources projects, in the negotiation of various contracts such as EPCs, EPCMs, BOTs, BOOTs, BOPs, O&Ms, and FIDICs, including the various underlying subcontracts, such as Purchase and Sale Contracts for Major Equipment (wind turbines, BESS, modules, transformers, etc.,) Critical Input Purchase Agreements, such as Power Purchase Agreements, Water Supply Agreements, Gas Supply Agreements, and the transportation and/or tolling contracts required for the delivery of such products. In 2023, The Legal 500 cited him as “Rising Star Associate of the Year” in Projects and Infrastructure in Chile, while, in 2024, Leading Lawyers recognised him as the most promising lawyer under 45 in Project Development.

Cita

Mario Fava has an outstanding delivery. His work ethic, thoroughness and precision make him a valuable asset for all clients".

Projects and Infrastructure, Legal 500, Chile 2026.

Education

Master in Law (LL.M.)

University of California, Berkeley

2018 - 2019

Lawyer

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

2006 - 2011

Study Abroad Program

University of Miami

2010 - 2010

Languages

English / Spanish

Work Experience

Partner

Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría

2025 - Currently

Principal Associate

Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría

2019 - 2024

Associate

Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría

2014 - 2018

Associate

Urrutia & Cia

2013 - 2014