Morales & Besa's five-strong mining practice acts for major clients such as large mining company Rio Tinto Exploration (Rio Tinto), and copper and silver producer KGHM; recent highlights include advising the former on negotiations to obtain a permit to explore on military land. The team covers a range of mining project issues, including regulatory work, project feasibility issues, and exploration and exploitation matters. The group also handles environmental law, along with mining-related acquisitions and financings. The department is led by former head of the Ministry of Mining’s sustainability division, Aldo Cardinali, who is experienced in project development, transactions and regulatory issues. Semi-senior associate Catalina Troncoso provides primary support.
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Clients clés
- Rio Tinto Exploration
- KGHM
- Las Cenizas, SCM Franke
- Monte Oscuro
- Eccora Resources
- DIF Capital Partners
Points forts
- Advised Rio Tinto on the negotiations for a permit to explore on military land.
- Assisting KGHM with legal reports on different aspects of its mining activities, such as environmental, water, mining and constitutional law.
- Assisting with obtaining permits for the operational continuity of the Franke mine.
Avocats
Les grands avocats de demain
Jeunes associés disposant d’une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.
Responsable de la pratique
Aldo Cardinali