Energy & Natural Resources: Mining
Latin America Guide 2025 : Peru
Band 1
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+51 1 619 1900About
Provided by Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados
Our Mining Law group is the most prominent and active in the country. We specialize in providing strategic advice on planning and execution of the different stages of the mining business, from the acquisition of mining concessions to the mine closure.
We have extensive experience in the acquisition, sale or consolidation of mining projects and in conducting due diligences and environmental audits.
We represents clients on proceedings for securing permits for mining activities, as well as in the legal planning, drafting and execution of contractual, fiscal and labor legal frameworks that must be considered prior to construction, and the execution of Legal Stability Agreements.
Our practice group houses three sub-areas: (i) corporate law and tax planning, (ii) permitting and compliance with mining related obligations and (iii) environmental law.
Chambers Review
Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados is a widely acclaimed full-service firm with a market-leading team in the mining area. Its strong bench of lawyers is well equipped to advise on high-complexity mandates concerning mining M&A, as well as project financing, acquisitions and arbitration matters. The department is routinely retained by companies to assist with the negotiation of exploration agreements, feasibility studies and the construction, operation and expansion aspects of mining projects.
Work Highlights
- Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados advised First Quantum Minerals on its acquisition of a 55% stake in the La Granja copper mining project for USD546 million, which included obtaining INDECOPI approvals.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Rodrigo is the best mining law firm in Peru. What impressed me most is that they have remarkable knowledge of local legislation while also possessing the DNA of big US law firms."
"Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano has my highest appreciation and recommendation. Its lawyers deliver excellent work individually and as a team, and their advice has been vital to our business."
"It is a very important firm in Peru and their offering is full-service. The team has such high experience in every area that they cover."
"Rodrigo is the best mining law firm in Peru. What impressed me most is that they have remarkable knowledge of local legislation while also possessing the DNA of big US law firms."
"Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano has my highest appreciation and recommendation. Its lawyers deliver excellent work individually and as a team, and their advice has been vital to our business."
"It is a very important firm in Peru and their offering is full-service. The team has such high experience in every area that they cover."
Notable Practitioners
Star individual Luis Carlos Rodrigo Prado continues to provide stellar advice to clients on sanctioning proceedings, arbitrations and project finance.
"Luis Carlos is without a doubt the top mining lawyer in Peru. It is a huge pleasure to work with him."
"Luis Carlos Rodrigo Prado is extremely knowledgeable in Peruvian mining law."
Outstanding partner Óscar Benavides possesses extensive experience advising clients on sector-related acquisitions and exploration projects.
"Óscar Benavides has an excellent handle on mining and corporate-related matters. His advice is highly valuable to us."
"Óscar's experience, creativity and spectacular client service make working with him a very positive experience."
Established partner Francisco Tong boasts significant experience advising clients on regulatory matters, as well as exploration projects and exploitation permits.
"Francisco is a magnificent and experienced lawyer."
Claudio Ferrero enters the rankings this year in recognition of his experience assisting mining clients with transactions and licensing new projects.
"Claudio Ferrero is business-minded and very professional - young yet highly experienced and knowledgeable in mining matters. He excels in both transactional and regulatory aspects."
Partner Diego Pachas continues to demonstrate an active practice within the Peruvian mining market.
"Diego is very practical and provides solid advice."
Ranked Lawyers at
Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados
Peru
Members
Provided by Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados
Claudia Vidal
Claudio Ferrero
Diego Pachas
Francisco Barrios
Juan Miguel Labarthe
