Veirano Advogados

An undisputed heavy hitter in international mining transactions, Veirano Advogados is first port of call for major mining companies and investors, who can be confident in the team’s cross-border capabilities particularly due to its close cooperation with leading firms in Canada, the US, Europe, Australia, and Latin America. ‘Technically always at the forefront’, services on offer include complex and high-value M&A, international financings and capital raisings, tailing dams administrative proceedings, and regulatory disputes, with the members frequently engaged in investments in critical minerals. Based in Rio de Janeiro, the practice is in the capable hands of Pedro Garcia, who is knowledgeable of commercial contracts, M&A, financing, real estate, and environmental issues related to mining. From Porto Alegre, Mauro Moura pitches in on regulatory and administrative proceedings affecting the mining sector. Associate Antonio Albani is active in regulatory matters, and assists with transactions and project structuring and implementation.

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Testimonials

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‘From the first contact, I was received with professionalism and personalised attention, which gave me confidence and peace of mind regarding the management of my portfolio as an in-house counsel.’
‘The firm’s partners and associates have demonstrated in-depth legal knowledge and a strategic approach to resolving complex legal issues. Their dedication to understanding specific needs and offering personalised solutions was remarkable.’
‘The firm stands out for its efficiency and agility in conducting the process, keeping me informed at all stages and promptly responding to questions and concerns.’
‘I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the partners and associates of the Veirano team for the excellent work carried out. I recommend their services to anyone looking for high-quality legal representation and commitment to the interests of their clients.’
‘Definitely one of the three best mining law firms in Brazil. Technically always at the forefront, competent team and very capable leader.’
‘The energy and natural resources team at Veirano is highly specialised. With a multidisciplinary and practical approach, it manages to summarise the main problems faced by mining in Brazil.’
‘I had an excellent experience with Pedro Garcia and his dedicated team, who, in a short period of time during the project, were able to identify the main gaps and act on them for the business.’

Key clients

BHP
Cantor Fitzgerald & Co.
Oceanic Energy
Samarco Mineração
Jervois
Teck Resources
Pedra Cinza Mineração
Brix Lithium
Glencore International
Grupo Avante
BE8
Arauco
Hydro Holland
Anglo American
Corporación Nacional del Cobre de Chile (CODELCO)
Largo Resources
South 32 Minerals
Lundin Mining
Kinross Gold Corporation
AngloGold Ashanti
Norsk Hydro
Copelmi Mineração
Fomento do Brasil Mineração
Equinox Gold
Orion Resource Partners
Ore Mining Private Equity
Águia Resources
South Atlantic Gold
Bovingdon Minerals
Aclara Resources
South Star Battery Metals
Vox Royalty

Work highlights

Advised Glencore on the $1bn cross-border acquisition of Santa Rita nickel sulfide and Serrote copper mines by ACG, a London-listed SPAC, from private equity funds advised by Appian Capital.
Advised AngloGold Ashanti on the largest project of areas affected by mining operations in Belo Horizonte, aiming at transforming a deactivated mine into a new neighbourhood valued at R$300m.
Advised Norsk Hydro on the $1.1bn acquisition of 40% of the capital stock of Mineração Rio do Norte, and subsequent acquisition by Glencore of 45% of the capital stock of MRN and 30% of the capital stock of Alunorte.