Cristián Franetovic
Bofill Mir AbogadosThe five-member environmental law practice at Bofill Mir Abogados is well known for its experience in mining, infrastructure and energy matters. Advising on a range of environmental compliance and enforcement work, the practice covers regulatory issues such as permits, appearances before the Environmental Assessment Service and Environmental Superintendence, and the due diligence for acquisitions and project financings. The team is co-led by mining and natural resources expert Pablo Mir; and director Cristián Franetovic, who routinely assists with due diligence, permits, authorisations, and environmental regulations-related compliance. The group was further strengthened with the June 2024 arrival of former FerradaNehme senior associate María Pilar Domínguez, an experienced environmental law litigator.
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Key clients
- Viña von Siebenthal
- Lundin Mining Group
- Geely Auto
- Terminales Marítimos de la Patagonia
- Copperman
- EMX Royalty Corp
Work highlights
- Advised Viña Von Siebenthal on a compliance programme, in relation to a sanctioning procedure filed by the Environmental Superintendence.
- Advised Lundin Mining Group on the acquisition of 51% of the shares of Minera Lumina Copper Chile, which included an analysis of a mining project’s environmental, regulatory and community relations aspects.
- Advised Geely Auto on a 50/50 joint venture agreement with Renault Group to launch a new powertrain technology company, the advice including a complete due diligence of the Renault plant in Chile.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
María Pilar Domínguez
Bofill Mir AbogadosPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Pablo Mir, Cristián Franetovic