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RODRIGO

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining

Latin America Guide 2026 : Peru

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Our Mining Law group is the most prominent and active in the country. We specialize in providing strategic advice on planning and execution of the different stages of the mining business, from the acquisition of mining concessions to the mine closure.

We have extensive experience in the acquisition, sale or consolidation of mining projects and in conducting due diligences and environmental audits.

We represents clients on proceedings for securing permits for mining activities, as well as in the legal planning, drafting and execution of contractual, fiscal and labor legal frameworks that must be considered prior to construction, and the execution of Legal Stability Agreements.

Our practice group houses three sub-areas: (i) corporate law and tax planning, (ii) permitting and compliance with mining related obligations and (iii) environmental law. 

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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining - Peru

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

RODRIGO is a widely acclaimed full-service firm with a market-leading team in the mining area. Its strong bench of lawyers is well equipped to advise on high-complexity mandates concerning mining M&A, as well as project financing, acquisitions and arbitration matters. The department is routinely retained by companies to assist with the negotiation of exploration agreements, feasibility studies and the construction, operation and expansion aspects of mining projects.

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Work Highlights

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  • RODRIGO advised Pan American on the USD295 million sale of La Arena to Zijin, including regulatory, royalty and litigation aspects under Canada’s Investment Act.

Strengths

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  • The team at RODRIGO takes a holistic view of issues and goes beyond expectations. They communicate directly and clearly, and bring extensive experience in the matters we require.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America

  • The team at RODRIGO offers extensive expertise in mining and environmental matters, along with a thoughtful and thorough approach to addressing queries.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America

Notable Practitioners

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  • Luis Carlos Rodrigo Prado
    Luis Carlos Rodrigo Prado

    Luis Carlos Rodrigo Prado

    Revered partner Luis Carlos Rodrigo Prado continues to provide stellar advice to clients in the various stages of mining projects, showing not only mastery of the sector's legal regulations but also a strong command of the technical aspects of mining.

    • Luis Carlos Rodrigo is a true mastermind. He is well versed in mining matters on both the transactional and arbitration sides. Nobody in Peru knows mining matters better than him.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America

    • Luis Carlos Rodrigo is not only technically savvy but also an industry specialist. He is a lawyer who speaks to you not only as such, but as an expert, giving us significant peace of mind.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
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  • Óscar Benavides
    Óscar Benavides

    Óscar Benavides

    Outstanding partner Óscar Benavides possesses extensive experience advising clients on sector-related acquisitions and exploration projects.

    • Óscar Benavides is a brilliant lawyer. He provides immediate attention and good judgement to determine the level of detail required for each matter consulted on.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America

    • Óscar Benavides is always concerned with providing us a quality, clear, concise service. He understands the sense of urgency of the required issues.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
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  • Francisco Tong
    Francisco Tong

    Francisco Tong

    Established partner Francisco Tong boasts significant experience advising clients on regulatory matters, as well as exploration projects and exploitation permits.

    • Francisco Tong is an excellent lawyer with extensive knowledge of mining and environmental issues.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
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  • Claudio Ferrero
    Claudio Ferrero

    Claudio Ferrero

    Claudio Ferrero continues to receive recognition for his experience assisting mining clients with transactions and licensing new projects.

    • Claudio Ferrero is an outstanding mining lawyer and a trusted, dependable professional.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
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  • Diego Pachas
    Diego Pachas

    Diego Pachas

    Partner Diego Pachas continues to demonstrate an active practice within the Peruvian mining market.

    • Diego Pachas is a remarkable lawyer: decisive, proactive, and highly experienced in developing permitting solutions.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentLatin America
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