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Guerrero Olivos

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining

Latin America Guide 2026 : Chile


Guerrero Olivos

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Team of experts in the mining industry that represent local and international corporations in their legal needs in Chile, which includes strategies for the acquisition and development of mining assets and projects, in the corporate structure of their investments, and in complex regulatory matters, which are crucial for the efficient and correct development of mining projects in Chile.

This group provides tailored and comprehensive legal services to our clients, including corporate, financing, tax and labour matters and also in the financing, construction, development and operation of exploration and exploitation mining projects and their expansion. They have experience in metals such as copper, lithium, gold, and iron ore, and have special consideration with complex regulatory, hydro, environmental, communities and closing plans issues, to cover all the life cycle of mining projects.

They represent mining companies of all sizes, investment funds, trading companies, royalties and financial institutions and have strong expertise in conducting due diligence process, joint ventures, negotiating and drafting all kinds of relevant agreements, in obtaining easements, water supply for the mining activity and mining litigation, among others.

Industries (3)

  • Mining
  • Metals
  • Investment Funds

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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining - Chile

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Guerrero Olivos houses a well-regarded practice that provides specialised expertise in the Chilean mining market. The Santiago-based team is frequently instructed by a range of private equity firms and international mining companies on project acquisitions and financing, as well as related regulatory and litigation matters. Guerrero Olivos's lawyers are also active in the negotiating and drafting of agreements, including exploration agreements and easements for the development of mining projects.

Work Highlights

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  • Guerrero Olivos advised Taurus Funds on the acquisition of two Anglo American royalties. This included advice on the due diligence and all transactional and regulatory matters.

Strengths

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  • The Guerrero Olivos team offers a comprehensive vision, a complete understanding of the processes and a clear insight into the industry and its development. Every client is a priority to them.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Pedro Lyon
    Band 2Pedro Lyon

    Pedro Lyon

    Co-head of department Pedro Lyon has earned an excellent reputation in the Chilean mining market. He is often engaged by prominent mining companies to advise on a range of corporate-related matters.

    • Pedro Lyon is very close to his clients and provides an essential commercial vision.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
  • Band 3María Paz Pulgar
    Band 3María Paz Pulgar

    María Paz Pulgar

    Noteworthy partner María Paz Pulgar is endorsed for her mining capabilities advising clients on their transactions and projects in the sector in Chile.

    • María Paz Pulgar is fantastic and very committed. She knows the market from top to bottom and is very creative when solving issues.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Benjamín Pérez Arrieta
    Band 4Benjamín Pérez Arrieta

    Benjamín Pérez Arrieta

    Solid partner Benjamín Pérez Arrieta is noted for his natural resources practice advising a range of clients on mining issues in Chile.
    • Benjamín Pérez Arrieta's commercial vision is very strong. He is a very complete lawyer.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
  • Band 4Marco Zavala
    Band 4Marco Zavala

    Marco Zavala

    Partner Marco Zavala is acknowledged for his involvement in the Chilean mining market. Commentators recognise his financing expertise in mining-related projects.
    • Marco Zavala's knowledge of the market is impressive, which gives a great advantage to his clients. He is on top of everything, and the quality of his service is extremely good.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America

Ranked Individuals at Guerrero Olivos (4)

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    María Paz Pulgar

    Head of Energy & Natural Resources: Mining

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  • Profile image of Benjamín Pérez Arrieta

    Benjamín Pérez Arrieta

    Head of Energy & Natural Resources: Mining

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