O’Farrell is especially active in mandates involving market entry and expansion, mining-related infrastructure, and permitting issues. Departmental lead Agustín Siboldi advises on the regulatory framework applicable to project development and Argentina’s incentives regimes. He works closely with Jorge Muratorio, who is well versed in public procurement, contract selection procedures and industry contracts; and Ana Belén Micciarelli, who primarily handles regulatory analysis, administrative proceedings and compliance strategy. Jorge Luis Ariza adds project development insight to the practice.
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Key clients
- Sumitomo Corporation do Brasil
- BYD
- ENAEX Argentina
- Stracon Argentina
- Yacimiento Mineros de Agua de Dionisio
- South Management Región Patagónica
- Terranova Holding
- Bonatti
Work highlights
Advised Sumitomo on a potential mining investment in Argentina, delivering a presentation and legal report on the regulatory framework and investment environment, including the application of the Large Investment Incentive Regime (RIGI), available investment protection mechanisms, and arbitration best practices to structure an effective dispute resolution framework.
Advised STRACON on market access and procurement compliance in Argentina’s mining sector by mapping supplier registry requirements, analysing registration pathways and eligibility criteria, and delivering a practical roadmap of steps, compliance items and key risks.
Advised ENAEX on an administrative proceeding before Argentina’s controlled materials authority concerning compliance and documentation requirements applicable to controlled materials used in mining operations, including the preparation and filing of a submission to safeguard the client’s regulatory position and ensure business continuity.
Practice head
Agustin Siboldi
Other key lawyers
Jorge Muratorio; Ana Belén Micciarelli; Jorge Luis Ariza