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.
Key clients
- Rio Tinto Exploration
- KGHM
- Las Cenizas, SCM Franke
- Monte Oscuro
- Eccora Resources
- DIF Capital Partners
Work highlights
- 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.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Aldo Cardinali