'A highly specialised boutique in mining, energy and environmental matters', the team at Cillóniz & Valencia Abogados is led by the seasoned Diego Cillóniz, praised by clients for his expertise in the mining and oil-and-gas sectors. Cillóniz provides comprehensive guidance to mining companies throughout all stages of their exploration and operational phases. The team, while maintaining a focus on the mining exploration industry, also handles various corporate, permitting, and contractual matters. A key figure in this space is fellow name partner Fernando Valencia Dibós, who provides a full range of advice regarding environmental and regulatory compliance, permitting, facility siting and corporate transactions; he also assists with the implementation of land acquisition and permitting strategies for high-value exploration projects. Jimena Noriega is the key name at associate level, with the team being further strenghened with the hire of Aritha Neyra from Rebaza, Alcázar & De Las Casas in September 2023.
Testimonials
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- 'Diego Cillóniz has extensive experience in mining matters, both in property and mining concessions as well as in mining contracts such as streamings, royalties, options, etc. He is always available and has a great knowledge of the local industry.'
- 'Technical quality and knowledge of the local mining industry.'