Preventive strategies and regulatory management for operational continuity.
In today’s mining landscape, regulatory compliance is as crucial as the project's geological viability. At MCO Partners, we design process-oriented, preventive legal strategies to ensure your project meets the highest Chilean regulatory standards. Our proactive approach anticipates conflicts and minimizes the risks of shutdowns, efficiently managing interactions with sectoral authorities to guarantee the operational continuity of your investment.
Our counsel transforms environmental requirements into a competitive advantage, protecting your investment through solid risk management.
Services
Environmental Assessment
Strategic processing within the Environmental Impact Assessment System to obtain and defend Environmental Qualification Resolutions.
Sustainable Infrastructure Design
Architectural planning of camps and work sites under criteria of water efficiency, energy and low territorial impact (ESG).
Sectoral Permitting
Management of authorizations, technical, legal and mining safety validation.
ESG Compliance and Standards
Implementation of rigorous regulatory compliance programs to align local mining operations with international sustainability requirements.
Environmental Litigation and Defense
Facing sanctioning processes.
Preventive Audits
Risk control assessments designed to identify regulatory gaps early and avoid contingencies that paralyze operations.
Technical Plans for Mine Closure.
Advice on the repair of the affected land, landscape design, and on the dismantling of the facilities in accordance with the Law on Closure of Mining Operations and Facilities.
Partners in Charge
Marta Cecilia Ortigosa
Founding Partner
Marta Cecilia Ortigosa founded Mco Partners in 2025.
With over 15 years of uninterrupted experience practicing law, she is a lawyer specializing in mining legislation, providing support in the implementation and monitoring of mining projects.
Cristobal Hurtado O.
Managing Partner
An architect from the Central University of Chile.
With continuous professional practice since 2012. Specializing in Urban Planning and Territorial Development, Cristóbal leads the technical integration within MCO Partners.
FAQ
How does architectural design prevent contingencies in obtaining permits (SEA/SERNAGEOMIN)?
In modern mining, regulatory compliance must be considered in the design phase.
We design infrastructure, camps, and plant layouts according to strict criteria of efficiency and minimal environmental impact. Properly designing the operation from the outset
facilitates the approval of the Environmental Qualification Resolution (RCA), avoiding technical obstacles before it is submitted to the authorities.
How can I ensure that my operation maintains compliance throughout its useful life?
Through our voluntary, preventative physical and legal audits, our interdisciplinary team cross-references the sector's regulatory framework with the actual condition of the facilities through rigorous on-site inspections. This ensures that your project's infrastructure remains compliant and aligned with the requirements of any future audits.
What technical and legal support do they offer regarding the obligations of the Mine Closure Law?
We address the "Closure of Operations" in a comprehensive manner. We provide the legal framework to
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