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Bruchou & Funes de Rioja

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining

Latin America Guide 2026 : Argentina


Bruchou & Funes de Rioja

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Provided by Bruchou & Funes de Rioja

The services of the Firm in mining matters include legal advice on all aspects related to the international, federal and provincial regulation applicable to all aspects related to the mining projects at their exploration, construction and operation stages, and include -among others- the processing  and tracking of permits, financial transactions and/or the acquisition of mining projects and joint ventures created for the development of such kind of projects, reorganizations, assignment of mining properties, due diligence performance and title assessment, drafting and environmental audit, analysis of contracts, assistance in the preparation of Feasibility Studies, counselling to binational Argentine-Chilean projects, and design of regulations providing for viability of projects and its operations.

The Firm’s practice in Mining integrate and foster their services with other areas that are fundamental to the development of any project, such as corporate law, foreign trade, administrative, regulatory, taxation, litigation, intellectual property, among others; all of which finally results in the possibility of giving advice to clients on the performance of all kind of transactions in a specialized and comprehensive manner.

Chambers Review

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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining - Argentina

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Bruchou & Funes de Rioja is a market-leading firm with a noteworthy mining department that services a strong domestic and international clientele active in the exploration and extraction of gold, silver and copper assets. Its highly regarded team of practitioners is frequently retained to assist clients with sector-specific transactions, including acquisitions of operational mines and structuring joint venture agreements. It also provides counsel on obtaining mining permits, as well as operational advice.

Work Highlights

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  • Bruchou & Funes de Rioja advised Minera Agua Rica on complex and sensitive mining and environmental issues concerning the permitting of its advanced exploration stage and its integration with Minera Alumbrera and YMAD.

Strengths

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  • Bruchou & Funes de Rioja's team has in-depth knowledge of the mining industry, including its operational landscape and stakeholder dynamics. Their guidance is both pragmatic and precise.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
  • Bruchou & Funes de Rioja's lawyers are highly specialised, exceptionally competent and equipped to tackle any challenge. They respond promptly to every client requirement.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Sebastián Pedro Vedoya
    Band 1Sebastián Pedro Vedoya

    Sebastián Pedro Vedoya

    Market-leading partner Sebastián Pedro Vedoya elicits praise for his mining practice in Argentina. He is often engaged in an array of mining-related projects, including development, exploration and acquisitions.

    • Sebastián Vedoya provides clear, well-considered advice with a strong commercial focus, and he responds promptly to our requests.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
    • Sebastián Vedoya is a tireless professional who is well balanced and equipped to navigate challenges effectively. He is also an excellent leader and negotiator.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
  • Band 1Sergio Arbeleche
    Band 1Sergio Arbeleche

    Sergio Arbeleche

    Stellar partner Sergio Arbeleche benefits from substantial experience in the mining industry, and is highly reputed for his representation of both local and foreign companies on an array of sector-related matters.

    • Sergio Arbeleche is sharp and skilled at analysing opportunities and problems from different angles. He is a strong negotiator with the ability to solve any complex problem.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
    • Sergio Arbeleche brings a unique vision to the mining industry, complemented by practical conflict resolution skills.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America

Ranked Individuals at Bruchou & Funes de Rioja (2)

Argentina

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    Sebastián Pedro Vedoya

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining

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