Gerardo Otero
Partner
Gerardo is a partner and a leading legal expert with experience in labour, corporate, technology, and dispute resolution law
He has a distinguished track record in procedural law, litigation, arbitration, and labour compliance. Before the integration with ECIJA, he was senior partner at Estudio Jurídico Otero, one of the most established law firms in Chile. He has advised national and international companies in major dispute resolution proceedings across strategic sectors. He also stands out for his expertise in negotiation, conflict management, and regulatory compliance in labour and corporate matters.
Academic Background
- Law Degree, University of Chile
Negotiation Workshop, Harvard Law School
Academic Activity
- Professor of Procedural Law, Academy of Police Sciences (over 20 years)
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Related services
- Employment and Incentives
- Technology, Media and Telecommunications
- Litigation and Arbitration
- Corporate/Mergers and Acquisitions
Related insights
The arrival of partners Octavio Canales and Rodolfo Porte, along with their team of 12 lawyers and auditors, strengthens ECIJA Chile’s leadership in tax consultancy and consolidates the firm’s position as a leading legal practice in the Chilean market.
During this week, our Chilean office was visited by Justo Garzón, ECIJA's Global Head of Legal Operations, who travelled from Spain to share with the firm's team and clients.
The Supreme Court established that certain procedural formalities cannot prevent a worker from accessing a substantive ruling. The ruling reinforces principles such as effective judicial protection and inexcusability, consolidating a key precedent in labour matters.
