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Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining

Global Guide 2026 : Chile

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Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría

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The high degree of specialization, skill in the use and understanding of technical aspects associated with the respective specialties and coordination with other areas of our firm allows our area to provide multidisciplinary legal services of high quality and added value to government agencies and companies. Mainly, the group performed the following legal activities:

  • Support for Due Diligence processes under mergers and acquisitions or Project Finance processes
  • Negotiations of transactions involving mining, environmental and energy relevant aspects
  • High complexity legal opinions
  • Drafting and preparation of contracts used in related industries
  • Environmental, energetic and mining litigation at judicial and administrative levels
  • Compliance audits, covering legal and technical aspects (supported by multidisciplinary teams) 
  • Advise for environmental impact assessments to investment projects, as well as in the process of obtaining other permits necessary for implementation and after their closing
  • Support to granting processes of mining concessions; assistance regarding mining and surface land disputes, local community; indigenous matters, water rights; among others
  • Advice on the fulfillment of contractual obligations before the National Hydrocarbons Agency and the Ministry of Mines and Energy.

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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining - Chile

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría is a regional leading full-service firm with an excellent reputation in the Chilean mining market. The Santiago-based team is frequently instructed by a diverse client base, advising both Chilean and international clients. The team has a strong track record on a broad range of mining matters, including M&A transactions, development of mineral exploration projects, mining concessions and option agreements. Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría's lawyers offer additional experience in joint ventures, as well as in relevant regulatory matters.
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Strengths

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  • Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría's team has a deep knowledge of the mining industry and offers immediate availability for our queries.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentGlobal

  • Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría's team stand out for their knowledge, excellent relations with their customers and practical approach to solving problems.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Jerónimo Carcelén
    Jerónimo Carcelén

    Jerónimo Carcelén

    Stellar partner and co-head of department Jerónimo Carcelén enjoys a solid reputation in the Chilean mining industry, offering clients specialist regulatory and contentious advice on their mining projects and assets. He is admitted to practice in Ecuador and Chile.

    • Jerónimo Carcelén is very experienced. He is solution-oriented and gives us tranquillity and confidence.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentGlobal

    • I would like to highlight Jerónimo Carcelén's ability to focus on the details of the issues and propose practical solutions, along with an accurate analysis of the possible and probable scenarios.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentGlobal
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  • Juan Paulo Bambach
    Juan Paulo Bambach

    Juan Paulo Bambach

    Heavyweight practitioner and co-head of department Juan Paulo Bambach showcases a remarkable track record in the Chilean mining industry handling a range of notable transactions in the sector. He is often called upon to advise on high-value mining M&A.

    • Juan Paulo Bambach brings extensive experience in the sector, which enables him to proactively identify potential risks and determine the best approach to the customer.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentGlobal

    • Juan Pablo Bambach is an experienced lawyer who has good judgement and always provides good advice.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentGlobal
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  • Felipe Ossa
    Felipe Ossa

    Felipe Ossa

    Partner Felipe Ossa continues to garner significant praise from market onlookers who endorse his activity in Chile's mining sector.

    • Felipe Ossa is an outstanding lawyer with remarkable agility. The quality of the documents he produces is consistently top-notch.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentGlobal
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