The environment practice at Bofill Mir Abogados 'stands out for its professionalism, excellence and high responsiveness'. The firm provides regulatory and litigation counsel across the mining, infrastructure and energy industries, advising on environmental compliance, permitting and enforcement before both regulatroy entities and environmental and civil courts. Typical work for the team includes carrying out environmental assessments, and handling sanctioning procedures and regulatory matters. The team also regularly provides support on due diligence processes for project financings and acquisitions, assisting clients in navigating environmental regulations. The team is led by senior associate María Pilar Domínguez , who brings 'outstanding skills in handling complex regulatory situations' to the practice. The team also includes associate Tomás Ruz Forno, who joined the firm in January 2025.
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‘Despite being a new practice at a firm with extensive experience in other related sectors, in my opinion it stands out for its professionalism, excellence, and high responsiveness.'
‘María Pilar Domínguez, a senior associate member of the practice, is probably the best lawyer I've ever worked with. She possesses outstanding skills in handling complex regulatory situations and is capable of finding creative and useful solutions in complex contexts. She does this while maintaining a pleasant demeanor, willingness and intelligence.'
Key clients
- Molyb
- Monsanto
- Vicuña Corp
- Enlasa
- Bifox Limited
- Grupo Río Blanco
- Frontera Chile
- Cerezos del Valle
Work highlights
Due diligence and the elaboration of the transactional documents related to the JV between Lundin Mining and BHP for the development of the Filo del Sol and Jose María bi-national (Chile/Argentina) projects in the Vicuña District; this involved environmental advisory regarding permitting analysis and the risks associated with the development of exploration and exploitation currently ongoing in the area (such as the Caserones, Candelaria and Tamberías projects), as well as potential consequences regarding the joint development of projects in the area.
Ongoing legal advisory to Molyb regarding environmental issues and related regulatory topics. In 2024 this included preparing the submission for a Consulta de Pertinencia before the Environmental Assessment Service to ask whether a change in certain apsects of the filter press tank washing process would requirea new environmental assessment process.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Cristián Franetovic
Practice head
María Pilar Domínguez