Commended for its ‘knowledge and experience in mining and environmental law’, Flor Bustamante Pizarro Hurtado Abogados regularly advises large mining companies looking to access the Ecuadorian market and assists them with their operations in the country. Roque Bustamante, who is prominent in both the gas and mining sectors, and Mario Flor oversee the team, in which ’each member understands their role and responds accordingly’. The practice heads are supported by Claudia Bustamante at the associate level. Flor has been involved in many groundbreaking renewable energy projects in Ecuador, including hydroelectricity projects, and Andres Ycaza is noted by clients for having regulatory experience in the mining sector, including in the context of financing transactions. Elsewhere, Agustín Hurtado is key on the non-renewable side, especially in oil and gas, having acted for major oil operators in the country.
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Client satisfaction
Testimonials
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- 'The team has knowledge and experience in mining and environmental law. They have supported us in some administrative procedures with government institutions, and their advice has been highly valued.'
- 'Andrés Ycaza - I am very familiar with his professionalism and experience in mining and environmental regulatory matters. Andrés is well-known and highly regarded in the mining industry, making him a highly regarded lawyer. His legal judgement is highly valued by mining companies and public institutions.'
- 'The team is aligned with our company's expectations. Each member understands their role and responds accordingly.'
- 'The knowledge of its members on how to navigate the complex waters of Ecuadorian mining stands out.'
Key clients
- Solarpack
- Barrick International
- Silvercorp
- Newcrest / Newmont
- Anglo American
- South 32
- Geopark
- Wheaton Precious Metals
- Primax
- Dundee Precious Metals
- Atico Mining – Compañía Minera La Plata
- Sunstone Metals
Work highlights
Advised Barrick on its entry into Ecuador, supporting the company's efforts to explore and acquire potential mining projects in the country.
Advised Silvercorp on the acquisition of Adventus Mining Corporation.
Advised Dundee Precious Metals on regulatory matters for the Loma Larga Project, and Atico Mining for the La Plata Project.
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Practice head
Roque Bustamante; Mario Flor