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Provided by Allende & Brea

Allende & Brea mining practice provides all ranges of knowledge and services for clients in the mining sector. From the very simple start up of a mining project in its exploration phase up to the most sophisticated transactions involving complex regulatory scenarios. We accompany our clients as “real translators” of our country legal regime and uses in the provincial jurisdictions. We keep our clients fully updated on the last legal and political developments that may impact the mining sector.

Our mining practice includes assistance in:

  • Conducting due diligence process on mining rights either for acquisition or financing.
  • Preparing and negotiating agreements for either acquisition or assignment of mining rights, joint ventures, options agreements, earn-in and exploration agreements.
  • Providing advise in relation to relevant easements, and mining related infrastructure.
  • Providing advise in relation to the Argentine promotion regime for the mining sector.
  • Providing strategic advice in relation to governmental relations and regulatory matters and in relation to the engagement which each stakeholder in a mining project, among others.

We have developed a highly regarded reputation for regulatory and transactional work in the mining industry and our team is known for its knowledge and ability to surf complex matters. Whenever we are hired for a project we form a team that is tailor made according to the specifications of the project, covering the different areas that it may involve.

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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining - Argentina

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What the Team is Known For

Allende & Brea's top-tier mining team acts at the forefront of Argentina's lithium industry, while also advising companies on gold and copper projects. It is regularly retained by a diverse client base of major companies, including established foreign players and new market entrants. Its lawyers provide counsel on the full gamut of regulatory and transactional issues, ranging from M&A investments and project development to the due diligence of mining assets, permits and exploration agreements.

Work Highlights

  • Allende & Brea advised Allkem on its USD10.6 billion all-stock merger of equals with Livent Corp.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Florencia Heredia
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Florencia Heredia
Head of Energy & Natural Resources: Mining
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Esteemed partner Florencia Heredia heads Allende & Brea's energy and natural resources practice. She comes highly recommended by interviewees for her expertise in Argentina's mining industry.

Florencia Heredia possesses a profound understanding of the industry, encompassing legal, commercial and risk assessment aspects. She offers a well-rounded and holistic approach to client needs.

Florencia Heredia is an exceptional lawyer and adviser on mining issues. Her extensive knowledge of the sector and its key players is highly valuable.

Agostina L. Martínez
Agostina L. Martínez
Associates to watch

Associate-to-watch Agostina Martínez maintains a significant practice in Argentina, regularly advising clients on their mining projects in the region.

Agostina Martínez is a mining law specialist and a pleasure to work with. Her expertise in regulatory and transactional mandates enables her to provide comprehensive advice.

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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining

Florencia Heredia
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Florencia Heredia
Head of Energy & Natural Resources: Mining
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Band 1
Agostina L. Martínez
Agostina L. Martínez
Associates to watch

Members

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Florencia Heredia

Florencia Heredia

Head of Department

Valentina Surraco Urtubey