Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uria’s environmental practice is particularly recognised for its expertise in water-related matters, advising on environmental and water resources regulation, permitting requirements, and the securing of authorisations from the National Water Authority. The team is led by Julián Li, who is noted for his experience in regulatory matters concerning water law. In November 2025, the team was notably strengthened with the arrival of senior counsel Xennia Forno, Miguel Ángel Soto and senior associate Rómulo Chávez, all joining from Rubio Leguía Normand. Forno has strong knowledge of the mining sector, while Soto assists clients with environmental compliance and permitting. Chávez is experienced in acting on renewable energy matters, such as the environmental modification and optimisation of solar power plants.
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- What makes this practice especially valuable is its ability to go far beyond a strictly legal analysis and offer truly strategic, practical, and business-oriented advice. In particular, the environmental and regulatory team stands out for its deep technical knowledge of the sector, its understanding of the operational logic of companies, and its ability to anticipate risks before they become contingencies. This team effectively combines regulatory knowledge, experience in administrative procedures, and a strategic business vision, which is especially valuable in highly regulated sectors.
- Miguel Ángel Soto and Rómulo Chavez are outstanding professionals: they have a deep understanding of their subject matter, grasp the client's needs, and go beyond purely theoretical analysis, working closely with the client to develop practical, strategic, and viable solutions. They stand out for their approachability, their genuine involvement in the cases, and their ability to understand not only the legal aspects but also the operational and business context. This makes their advice especially valuable because they not only identify risks but also help manage them efficiently and realistically.
- The PPU team is known for its availability to assist clients, whether with seemingly minor (but very important) issues or complex matters. In both cases, the PPU team shares its expertise and ensures clients feel supported by experts.
- Miguel Ángel Soto is an expert lawyer in the field, and his availability and quality of service ensure that the client feels advised at all times.
Key clients
- Inka Rail
- Southern Perú Copper Corporation, Sucursal del Perú
- Joya Solar
- Compañía de Minas Buenaventura
- Ecología y Servicios Ambientales (ECOSEAM)
- Anglo American Quellaveco
- Empresa de Generación Eléctrica Santa Ana
- Sociedad Minera Cerro Verde
- Newmont Yanacocha
- Compañía Minera Antamina
- Trupal
- MINSUR
Work highlights
Advising Southern Peru Copper Corporation on the ratification of the validity of the Water Availability Accreditation for the OCO 2010 Hydroelectric Plant project.
Advising Joya Solar on the environmental modification and optimization of the 300MW San Martín Solar Plant in Arequipa.
Advising Compañía de Minas Buenaventura on securing the National Water Authority’s Favorable Technical Opinion and, subsequently, the approval of the Environmental Impact Study Modification to expand the Colquijirca Mining Unit’s Concentrator Plant to 25,000 MTD.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Julián Li
Other key lawyers
Xennia Forno; Miguel Ángel Soto; Rómulo Chávez