The firm provides counsel to leading mining and exploration companies on a broad range of matters, including compliance with nationality and capitalization requirements, obtaining government approvals, licenses and registrations required for the commencement of mining activities, preparing and reviewing applications for mineral agreements and exploration permits, and drafting, negotiating and reviewing contracts pertinent to the mining industry, such as joint ventures, operating agreements and other suitable business arrangements. We also have experience in rendering title opinions advice on land tenure and ancestral domain issues, and mining litigation, among others.

The Firm’s distinct competencies and resources enable us to forge strategic partnerships with the relevant government agencies and industry associations, and allow us to make full use of the legal framework for mining to contribute to a responsible and sustainable Philippine mining industry.