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Veirano Advogados

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining

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Gold, copper, iron ore, bauxite, niobium, phosphate, nickel, rare earths, diamonds, among others. Since the gold rush of the 1690s, minerals and metals have represented a sizable portion of Brazil’s export-oriented economy, offering both challenges and rewards. 

  • M&As, corporate finance and capital raising
  • Joint Ventures, option agreements and farm-ins/farm-outs
  • Project finance for development, construction and operations
  • Support in international IPOs and offering of securities (warrants, bought deals and private offers)
  • Regulatory advice, due diligences and title opinions
  • Royalties, offtakes and streamings
  • Incorporation of mining companies and registrations before the National Mining Agency (ANM)
  • Advice and strategy on surface issues, environmental matters and expansions
  • Regulatory and environmental advice on management of tailings dams
  • Purchase and sale of minerals
  • Compliance exercises for companies in the sector

When it comes to the crucially important issue of environmental management, we provide full advisory services in all areas:

  • Due diligence of environmental licenses
  • Administrative and judicial proceedings related to licensing and environmental damages
  • Environmental and social risks legal assessment
  • Environmental advice for the licensing of mining ventures

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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining - Brazil

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Veirano Advogados is a full-service law firm that boasts a stellar practice with top-tier expertise in matters concerning the mining industry. The firm often acts as counsel to distinguished mining corporations and investment funds engaging in domestic and cross-border M&A deals and financing transactions. The team is highly sought-after for its knowledge of complex regulatory, environmental and contractual matters. It is also well-equipped to represent clients in sector-related litigation, including those involving environmental and antitrust issues.

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Work Highlights

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  • Veirano Advogados advised AngloGold Ashanti on the sale of Mineração Serra Grande S.A. to an Aura Minerals affiliate, with total consideration of approximately USD110 million.

Strengths

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  • They are excellent at responding promptly and provide comprehensive, reliable advice, while also being proactive in identifying practical next steps. Veirano has a deep and capable team, delivers a highly professional service and gives us confidence that our matters are being taken care of.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil

  • Veirano stands out for its knowledge of mining activity, a full-service offering, clear communication in English and very quick responses. Their advice is always appropriate, delivered on time and to a high standard, with a team that has exactly the right size and expertise for our needs.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil

  • The firm played a crucial role supporting us through an extremely challenging transaction. Their technical expertise, particularly in procedural matters and due diligence, really stands out, alongside a full-service approach that gives a holistic view. The team is highly dedicated, responsive and exceptionally strong technically.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil

  • What really differentiates Veirano is the partners’ hands-on involvement, their availability, business acumen and firm grasp of the details, which instills real confidence in decision-making. The team is highly experienced, well aligned across practice areas and consistently delivers high-quality, reliable results, with a strong understanding of the business.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil

Notable Practitioners

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  • Carlos Americo Ferraz e Castro
    Carlos Americo Ferraz e Castro

    Carlos Americo Ferraz e Castro

    Carlos Americo Ferraz e Castro is a highly distinguished mining practitioner with a depth of knowledge in the industry. He draws on his four decades of experience to expertly represent his clients.

    • Carlos Americo is a historical figure. He is very well-known and renowned.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil

    • Carlos is a great point of reference.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil

    • Carlos Americo is a respected person.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil
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  • Pedro Andrés Garcia
    Pedro Andrés Garcia

    Pedro Andrés Garcia

    Pedro Andrés Garcia is a highly sought-after mining lawyer, trusted by international clients for high-value asset acquisitions, disposals and associated regulatory matters.

    • Pedro's experience and technical expertise, both nationally and internationally, bring great confidence to the advisory services he provides, facilitating decision-making and defending the client's interests. His commercial acumen and objectivity in identifying possible solutions guarantee consistent results delivered on time. Furthermore, Pedro is very approachable, available and assertive in allocating a team that is always equipped and aligned with the client's needs.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil

    • Pedro Andrés is a lawyer with extensive knowledge and good availability.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil

    • Pedro is a highly skilled professional in the market.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil

    • Pedro Garcia provides comprehensive advice and makes himself available for follow up questions to ensure we are assisted well.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil

    • Pedro was essential to the success of our transaction.

      Energy & Natural Resources: Mining respondentBrazil
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Ranked Individuals at Veirano Advogados (2)

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    Carlos Americo Ferraz e Castro

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining

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    Pedro Andrés Garcia

    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining

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