Mr Francisco Tong > Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados > Lima, Peru > Lawyer Profile

Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados maintains a sizeable and thriving mining practice which proves to be the go-to choice for a host of clients. The team stands out for its expertise in the full spectrum of both contentious and non-contentious matters in the mining sector, where it notably handles high-value M&A and financing transactions involving royalty, take-off and streaming agreements, as well as regulatory and disputes matters, including administrative proceedings and domestic and international arbitration. ‘Megastar’ Luis Carlos Rodrigo Prado heads a team that also includes Oscar Benavides, noted for his prowess in structuring and negotiation of exploration, development and exploitation contracts; Claudio Ferrero, an expert in financing and M&A transactions; and Francisco Tong, who is recognised for his understanding of mining administrative regulations and environmental issues. Francisco Barrios specialises in permitting strategies and the expansion of mining projects, while January-2023 partner promotion Diego Pachas focuses on licensing, legal audits of permits, and occupational health and safety matters. At associate level, senior Tomás Denegri focuses on project finance, M&A, and exploration, joint venture and mining project investment contracts; while Mariana Delgado specialises in mining law and environmental regulation.

With expertise across contentious, transactional and regulatory matters, Rodrigo, Elías & Medrano Abogados is a popular choice in the Peruvian market for clients seeking advice on a variety of environmental issues, including water, solid waste, circular economy and natural protected areas. Practice head Francisco Tong has extensive knowledge of environmental and natural resources-related matters, advising on permitting and licensing, project development and M&A for infrastructure and mining projects, in addition to judicial procedures. Jenny Caldas is a trusted advisor to clients in the hydrocarbons and mining spaces, and is noted for her work handling environmental audits and representing companies before regulatory bodies. Counsel Úrsula Zavala specialises in environmental law, compliance issues, water resources and sanitation, and Diego Pachas, who was recently promoted to partner, specialises in licensing and permitting issues, and conducts health and safety audits for mining companies. Iván Blume, senior associate, recently left the firm.