NICOLÁS YURASZECK K.
Partner

“Nicolás Yuraszeck is that kind of lawyer that understands numbers, technology and the law, allowing him to be a strategic addition.”

Chambers and Partners Latin America, 2025.

Nicolás Yuraszeck is one of the Heads of the Projects and Infrastructure Department at Prieto.

His work has specialized in Project Development, Financing, and M&A related to the Infrastructure, Energy, Desalination, and Mining industries, accumulating significant experience in bidding processes and the negotiation of PPP, BOT, BOO, EPC, BoP, and O&M contracts. He is also recognized for his expertise in tax law and finance, supported by his postgraduate studies.

Nicolás Yuraszeck is a frequent speaker at various conferences related to the Energy and Infrastructure industries. He also writes on new developments in Project Development and Construction, with his articles published in American Bar Association Newsletter, Legal Industry Reviews, among others.

Nicolás Yuraszeck has been recognized in multiple international rankings as a leading partner in the Projects area and has been particularly praised by his clients.

Between 2016 and 2017, he worked as an international associate at CMS (London) and Cleary, Gottlieb, Steen & Hamilton (London), respectively.

Nicolás Yuraszeck joined Prieto in 2009 and has been a partner since 2020.

EDUCATION

  • Master of Science in Law and Finance, Queen Mary University of London, UK (2016)
  • Master en Dirección y Gestión Tributaria, Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez, Chile (2013)
  • Law Degree, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Chile (Magna Cum Laude) (2008)

AWARDS

  • Chambers & Partners: Projects and Infrastructure (2022 – currently)
  • Legal 500: Projects and Infrastructure (2021 – currently)

MEMBERSHIPS

  • Head of the Energy and Natural Resources Practice Group, Legalink
  • Member of H2 Chile A.G.
  • Member of the Chilean Society of Construction Law (SCHDC)

RELATED NEWS AND TRANSACTIONS

August 31, 2026 in Anahí Díaz, Emilio del Real, Featured, José María Lagos, Josefa Reyes, Martina Katscher, Nicolás Yuraszeck

Proyecto de Ley de Reconstrucción: 
TC rechaza requerimiento del Ejecutivo contra norma que obliga reponer servicios básicos en las zonas de catástrofe

El 25 de agosto de 2026, el Tribunal Constitucional ("TC") rechazó por nueve votos contra uno el requerimiento de inconstitucionalidad presentado por el Ejecutivo respecto del artículo 31 del proyecto…
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August 28, 2026 in Agustín Martorell, Benjamín Grebe, Carolina Soto, Emilio del Real, Fernando Edwards, Luz María Calvo, María Jesús Salazar, Mario Gorziglia, Nicolás Yuraszeck, Operaciones, Transactions

ENGIE Energía Chile

Prieto advised ENGIE Energía Chile on the sale of the mechanized bulk cargo pier “Puerto Andino”, located in the Bay of Mejillones, Antofagasta Region, Chile, to Logística Portuaria Andes SpA,…
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August 7, 2026 in Josefa Reyes, Martina Katscher, Nicolás Yuraszeck, Operaciones, Transactions

Engie Energía Chile

Prieto advised Engie Energía Chile on the development of infrastructure for the supply of seawater to mining and industrial clients in Mejillones, Antofagasta Region. The project repurposes existing facilities of…
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February 26, 2026 in Agustín Martorell, Benjamín Grebe, Carolina Soto, Diego Canto, Emilio del Real, Fernando Edwards, Luz María Calvo, María Jesús Salazar, Mario Gorziglia, Nicolás Yuraszeck, Operaciones, Operaciones 2026, Transactions

Engie Energía Chile

Prieto advised ENGIE Energía Chile S.A. on the execution of a purchase and sale promise agreement for the mechanized bulk-loading terminal “Puerto Andino,” located in Mejillones Bay (Antofagasta Region), which…
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February 25, 2026 in Nicolás Yuraszeck, Press

Sigdo Koppers firma acuerdo con Engie Chile para adquirir terminal Puerto Andino en Mejillones

Febrero 25, 2026 | Revista EI | LEER
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February 25, 2026 in Nicolás Yuraszeck, Press

Puerto ventanas (SK) llega a acuerdo con Engie para adquirir Puerto Andino en casi US$ 59 millones

Febrero 25, 2026 | La Tercera | LEER  
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