Xennia Forno
Rubio Leguía NormandRubio Leguía Normand's mining department stands as a trusted advisor to numerous local and international mining companies operating in Peru. The firm excels in providing comprehensive guidance across all facets of mining operations, from the development and acquisition of mining assets to addressing permitting and compliance challenges. Mining law expert Xennia Forno leads the practice, regularly advising clients on strategic planning, permit procurement, and various aspects related to the exploration, exploitation-beneficiation, and closure of mines. Complementing the leadership, younger partner Miguel Angel Soto's practice encompasses environmental regulation, energy and hydrocarbons, as well as the mining sector, where he is highly regarded for his proficiency handling the broad array of project matters, including corporate operations, agreement negotiation, permit management, and regulatory compliance. Diego Grisolle left the firm in March 2023.
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Testimonials
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- 'Rubio Leguía Normand's partners have extensive knowledge of and experience in the market, which allows them to have answers and practical and innovative solutions for the various issues that are required of them.'
- 'The mining team is led by Xennia Forno, who has extensive knowledge of the sector. Miguel Angel Soto's advice is outstanding!'
- 'They have an interdisciplinary team in the firm, which allows them to give support and backing to the various queries or requirements that we may have.'
- 'I am very pleased to work with one of the best mining teams in the country. Estudio Rubio has a tradition and prestige in the mining sector in Peru.'
- 'The services provided by the mining area of Estudio Rubio has allowed us to achieve important results for our company, and its high ethical standards make us feel confident that the assignments are undertaken in the best possible way.'
- 'Miguel Angel Soto has a vast experience and a solid knowledge of mining issues, which allows him to make a deep and adequate analysis of the most convenient options for our company to solve our queries and avoid contingencies.'
- 'Xennia Forno is a lawyer with national and international prestige in mining law.'
- 'Xennia Forno and Miguel Angel Soto are two lawyers with long experience and knowledge of the mining market. We work on issues ranging from procurement to administrative matters, performing efficiently and in a timely manner in all assignments.'
Key clients
- Abundia Minerals
- Barrick Gold Corporation – Minera Barrick Peru
- Anglo American Quellaveco / Anglo American Perú
- Aluminum Corporation of China – Minera Chinalco Peru
- Cerámica San Lorenzo
- Compañía Minera Santa Luisa
- Consorcio Minero Horizonte
- Fortuna Silver Mines – Minera Bateas
- Fresnillo Peru
- Gold Fields
- Hartree Metals
- Jinzhao Mining Perú
- Minera Boroo Misquichilca
- Metalúrgica Business Perú
- Minera Caraveli
- Minera Las Bambas
- Minera Peñoles de Perú
- Minera Poderosa
- Minera Waricocha
- Mitsui Mining & Smelting
- Newmont Mining Corporation – Minera Yanacocha / Newmont Perú
- Nexa Resources
- Operadores Concentrados Peruanos
- Pucara Gold - Pucara Resources
- Quimpac
- Shougang Hierro Perú
- Southern Peaks Mining - Minera Condestable
- South32 Group Operation
Work highlights
- Advised Minera Las Bambas on social matters regarding illegal mining activities and implemented a legal and social plan against illegal miners who have invaded the mining concessions of Las Bambas expansion area.
- Advised Minera Chinalco on mining matters for the development of the Toromocho Project expansion.
- Advised Banco de Credito del Peru and Banco Santander in connection with an agreement with Sierra Metals, holder of the Yauricocha mine, to refinance a loan upto an equivalent of $100m to develop mining projects in Peru and Mexico, as well as the granting of a new credit facility totalling $18.75m.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Miguel Angel Soto
Rubio Leguía NormandPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Xennia Forno