Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados, Environment | Chambers Latin America Profile

About

Provided by Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados

Our Environmental Law team advises clients on compliance and monitoring of environmental and sanitation obligations, and the development of community relations strategies in mining, oil and gas, electricity and agroindustry, among other economic activities.

We participate in securing permits, in land purchase strategies, cadastral surveys, inspection and litigation processes and in our client’s interaction with the authorities. We conduct environmental due diligences for M&A transactions, for project finance and for obtaining environmental certifications.

Our advice covers design and qualification aspects for access to financing mechanisms for projects with high environmental impact, as well as on securing environmental certifications. Also, we work with business associations in drafting proposals for reforming environmental legislation.

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Environment - Peru

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados is a revered full-service firm boasting a top-tier environment team. The team has proven to be well-versed in dealing with complex environmental compliance cases related to the hydrocarbons industry, as well as assisting companies active in the energy, natural resources and agriculture areas. The department is also skilled in advising clients on environmental impact assessments, environmental management instruments, and interactions with the competent authorities, including administrative sanctioning procedures.

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Work Highlights

Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados represented MINSUR in several administrative and judicial proceedings related to environmental liabilities in areas where the client held mining concessions.

Strengths

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Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados' expert knowledge in environmental mining regulation and experience in the sector guarantees the best advice on our operations and business issues.

Environment respondent
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Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados shows extensive knowledge of mining environmental regulations, specialised legal advice, extensive experience and timely responsiveness.

Environment respondent
Latin America

Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados' expert knowledge in environmental mining regulation and experience in the sector guarantees the best advice on our operations and business issues.

Environment respondent
Latin America

Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados shows extensive knowledge of mining environmental regulations, specialised legal advice, extensive experience and timely responsiveness.

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Latin America

Notable Practitioners

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Jenny Caldas

Band 2

Respected partner Jenny Caldas is held in high esteem by market observers for her practice across the hydrocarbon and mining industries with their environmental mandates.

Jenny Caldas is an excellent professional.

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Francisco Tong

Band 3

Head of department Francisco Tong continues to attract endorsement by clients for his involvement in the Peruvian environmental sector. He also has supporting expertise in the mining and natural resources areas.

Francisco Tong specialises in the mining sector and environmental regulation. He is always willing to add value, and has been vital in helping us overcome issues. I would highly recommend Francisco.

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Úrsula Zavala

Band 3

Úrsula Zavala continues to be commended by interviewees for her experience advising clients in the mining and energy sectors on their environmental mandates.

Úrsula Zavala always offers very creative solutions. She is experienced, understands the industry, and is attentive to new trends. She is very well-informed, providing legal and business insight.

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