Morales & Besa‘s four-member team has notable experience in substantial environmental projects. Its expertise covers both environmental and regulatory aspects, including environmental assessments of projects, environmental litigation, and enforcement and sanctioning processes. The team additionally advises on urban matters, water issues, mining law and public contracts. Recruited as a partner in early 2022 for the firm’s environmental, mining, and natural resources practice from Infante Valenzuela Molina Abogados, Aldo Cardinali’s recent experience includes providing environmental assessment advice to mining companies KGHM and Minera Carrizalillo. Former senior associate María Francisca Bannura left hte firm in August 2023.
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Key clients
- KGHM Minera Carrizalillo
- Las Cenizas, SCM Franke
- Rio Tinto Exploration
- The Republic of Chile – Ministry of Finance
- EOSOL New Energy
- Estabanell & Pahisa
- Aconcagua Foods
- Global Infrastructure Partners
Work highlights
- Provided KGHM and Minera Carrizalillo with environmental assessment advice.
- Assisted Las Cenizas SCM Franke with obtaining environmental permits for the operational continuity of the Franke mine.
- Acted as special local counsel to the Republic of Chile and the Ministry of Finance, in relation to the issuance and global offering of the world's first sovereign sustainability-linked bonds.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Aldo Cardinali