José Tomás Gutiérrez

José Tomás brings a wealth of experience to the table, knowledgeable in corporate, mining, environmental, and health law, as well as infrastructure matters. He serves as a trusted advisor to mining companies, actively guiding them through complex contractual negotiations. Tomás possesses extensive knowledge in managing mining projects, encompassing acquisitions, divestitures, and operational aspects of mining companies and assets. His understanding of environmental and health regulations is a key factor in his ability to provide clients with holistic and comprehensive legal counsel. His practice encompasses due diligence, acquisitions, transactions, negotiations, and agreements related to both mining and environmental projects, extending to environmental sanction proceedings. As part of his pro bono work, he provided extensive counsel to the Special Olympics Foundation of Chile in the bidding process for the Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027, where he played an integral role in leading the negotiations and providing legal support.

His proven track record in mining, environmental and corporate matters exemplifies Tomás’ commitment to providing effective legal solutions. He is a client-focused attorney who consistently exceeds expectations in the pursuit of exceptional legal results.

• Strickland Metals Limited – Acquisition Support: Assisted Strickland Metals Limited in conducting due diligence for potential mining project acquisitions.
• Capstone Copper Corp – Mining and Governance: Advised Capstone Copper Corp on various mining-related matters and corporate governance within their subsidiaries.
• Hongkong Brunp and Catl., Ltd. – Comprehensive Legal Assistance: Provided comprehensive legal assistance to Hongkong Brunp and Catl., Ltd., covering potential mining projects, corporate governance, contractual advice, environmental issues, incorporation of water rights, and legal mining easements.
• Orica Limited – Regulatory Guidance: Continuously assessed Orica Limited on a range of mining and regulatory issues in Chile, offering valuable guidance.
• Fortescue Metals Group Ltd – Strategic Support: Offered guidance to Fortescue Metals Group Ltd on potential mining projects, regulatory compliance, and environmental matters.
• Compañía Minera Bonanza SpA – Comprehensive Legal Assistance: Provided comprehensive legal assistance to Compañía Minera Bonanza SpA, including negotiation of the mining project, site visits, corporate governance advice, contractual assistance, environmental advice, among other matters.
• Haldeman Mining Company – Strategic Support: Assessed and advised Haldeman Mining Company on new water rights regulations in Chile, as well as water rights protection requirements, conducting on-site reviews to prevent potential risks.
• Fundación Special Olympics Chile – Corporate assistant and support in bidding process: Integral support to the Special Olympics Chile Foundation in its award of the Special Olympics World Games Santiago 2027, participating directly in the negotiations and corporate affairs.