ZBV Abogados' client base includes international operators, financial institutions, and suppliers, who turn to the firm for corporate and regulatory assistance across all stages of mining projects. The lawyers assist with project structuring and financing, asset acquisitions, and public offerings, as well as due diligence, tax, competition, environmental, and litigation matters tied to mining operations. The department is led by Pablo Vergara Del Carril, a corporate expert who assists with joint ventures and M&A transactions. Ignacio Sanz departed the firm in July 2025.
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  • 'What makes this practice unique is the combination of solid local experience with an international perspective and standards. The team has the skills necessary to operate effectively in complex environments, both in Argentina and abroad.'
  • 'The partners have proven experience with mining companies listed in various jurisdictions, which gives them not only legal but also business expertise. This dual perspective allows them to deeply understand the operational, financial, and regulatory challenges of the sector and offer comprehensive advice that adds real value to the client.'

Key clients

  • Austral Gold
  • Austral Gold Argentina
  • Guanaco Cia. Minera
  • SCRN Branch
  • Casposo Argentina - Sucursal Argentina
  • Lake Resources
  • Revelo Resources
  • Sierra Blanca
  • Austral Gold North America
  • Fortescue
  • Consultores Asset Management

Work highlights

Advised Austral Gold & Guanaco Compañía Minera on the signing of a joint venture and option agreement for the exploration and exploitation of some mining properties in Chile with Pampa Metals Corporation, a public company listed on the TVSX and its subsidiary, Pampa Metals Chile.
Providing daily regulatory and legal advice to Casposo Argentina, including control and monitoring of its projects in San Juan Province, Argentina.
Advised Lake Resources, an Australian public company listed on the Australian Stock Exchange, on some regulatory matters and the review and supervision of certain aspects relating to good standing, mining files and properties located in the provinces of Catamarca and Jujuy.

Practice head

Pablo Vergara del Carril