Department profile | Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría
Energy & Natural Resources: Mining
About
Provided by Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría
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
Support on the structure of auction and bidding process for the acquisition or sale of oil, fuel, electricity and minerals
Chambers Review
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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining - Chile
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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.
Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría advised Sumitomo Metal Mining and Sumitomo Corporation regarding their 30% interest in the Quebrada Blanca 2 project.
Strengths
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Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría's team stand out for their knowledge, excellent relations with their customers and practical approach to solving problems.
Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría's team has a deep knowledge of the mining industry and offers immediate availability for our queries.
Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría's team stand out for their knowledge, excellent relations with their customers and practical approach to solving problems.
Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría's team has a deep knowledge of the mining industry and offers immediate availability for our queries.
Notable Practitioners
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Jerónimo Carcelén
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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.
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.
Jerónimo Carcelén is very experienced. He is solution-oriented and gives us tranquillity and confidence.
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 Pablo Bambach is an experienced lawyer who has good judgement and always provides good advice.
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.
