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A&O Shearman

Mining & Metals

Global Guide 2026 : USA

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A&O Shearman

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Mining & Metals - USA

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
A&O Shearman has an experienced practice group with strong capabilities in domestic and international mining and metals transactions. Clients include major mining companies, multinationals, private equity funds and other lenders. Offers significant capabilities in Central Asia and African markets.
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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman represented Allkem and its affiliates in connection with the limited recourse parallel project financings provided by the IFC and IDB Invest to support the development and construction of Allkem’s lithium brin project.

Strengths

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  • The team is always attentive to the customer's needs and has a wealth of industry knowledge and a lot of experience.

    Mining & Metals respondentGlobal

  • The A&O Sherman team is top-notch.

    Mining & Metals respondentGlobal

  • A&O Shearman has exceptional experience in the mining sector and a perfect understanding of how to adapt to industry dynamics and changes.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Cynthia Urda Kassis
    Cynthia Urda Kassis

    Cynthia Urda Kassis

    Cynthia Urda Kassis has vast experience in the mining and energy industries and expertly handles large transactions for her clients.

    • Cynthia is incredibly responsive, thoughtful, knowledgeable and also really creative in trying to find solutions to some really complex problems. She's the best of the best.

      Mining & Metals respondentGlobal

    • Cynthia is an excellent financial and corporate lawyer with extensive experience in mining.

      Mining & Metals respondentGlobal
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  • Augusto Ruiloba
    Augusto Ruiloba

    Augusto Ruiloba

    Augusto Ruiloba of A&O Shearman is an up-and-comer with a strong practice in mining and metal project development and financing.

    • Augusto is a very effective counsel. He is very quick and sharp in his work.

      Mining & Metals respondentGlobal
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