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Bofill Mir Abogados

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining

Latin America Guide 2027 : Chile


Bofill Mir Abogados

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Provided by Bofill Mir Abogados

Bofill Mir Abogados is among Chile’s foremost Mining and Natural Resources law firms. Our team is recognized in the mining sector both in Chile and abroad as leaders in their field.

We are highly specialized in specific legal matters concerning mining and water law and have ample experience in the financing of mining projects. Our team has close ties with specialists from the leading financial markets for natural resources such as Canada, Australia, UK and United States, and their corresponding stock exchanges, in support of mid-size and major mining, power generation and transmission projects.

We provide comprehensive advice to our clients in all stages of their mining projects, including exploration, project development, acquisition, financing, permits and environmental approvals, construction, operation and closure of projects.

Our team provides counsel on industry contracts such as options and earn ins, farm ins, joint ventures and shareholder agreements, acquisitions and dispositions, royalties and stream contracts, mine construction and mine operating agreements.

Additionally, working jointly with the Administrative Law, Environmental Law and Regulated Markets team, we counsel clients in the ever-growing, important area of indigenous rights, including ILO Convention 169 matters.

Industries (3)

  • Mining & Metals
  • Energy
  • Nonmetallic Mineral Mining

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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining - Chile

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Bofill Mir Abogados is a leading practice group with a deep bench of multidisciplinary lawyers who are regularly sought out to assist international and Chilean clients with complex regulatory matters and the development of mining projects in Chile. The Santiago-based team is frequently retained to advise on high-value project acquisitions and financing, as well as providing counsel on due diligence, permitting and related taxation issues.

Work Highlights

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  • Bofill Mir Abogados advised Lundin Mining on the joint acquisition of Filo Corp. with BHP, including the establishment of a mining joint venture.

Strengths

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  • Bofill Mir Abogados are highly responsive, communicate clearly and effectively and consistently provide practical and valuable guidance. The firm delivers sound counsel and support in relation to complex matters and offers consistently strong guidance and service.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
  • Bofill Mir Abogados consistently put the client first and seek optimal solutions, delivering significant value through their extensive experience and expertise in this area. The team offers a comprehensive range of skills and remains agile, proactive and prompt in responding to client needs.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Pablo Mir
    Band 1Pablo Mir

    Pablo Mir

    Front-running partner Pablo Mir is widely regarded as a leading practitioner within the Chilean mining market. He boasts solid experience advising clients across the broad spectrum of complex mining matters, including financing and M&A transactions.

    • Pablo Mir is one of the best mining lawyers in Chile. He is a leading figure who delivers high-quality legal services and is highly reliable.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
    • Pablo Mir is an expert mining lawyer who provides clear and actionable advice based on his extensive experience.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Alina Bendersky
    Band 4Alina Bendersky

    Alina Bendersky

    Partner Alina Bendersky is acknowledged for her work in the Chilean mining sector, often assisting clients with due diligence of mining projects and M&A. She is experienced in mining-related contracts.

    • Alina Bendersky is a highly qualified lawyer with excellent knowledge of the mining industry and a results-oriented approach. She is also known for being resourceful, personable and readily available.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America

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