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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International - UK

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Ashurst houses a well-regarded mining practice known for its work on matters throughout the world, with a particular emphasis on francophone Africa. The team capably leads on corporate transactions and M&A alongside asset-level project development mandates. The firm acts of operators large and small, alongside financial investors in the sector.

Work Highlights

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  • Ashurst advised Emmerson on corporate matters and the development and financing of the Khemisset potash project in Morocco.

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Notable Practitioners

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Yann Alix
3
Yann Alix
3
Band 3

Yann Alix has a respected Africa-focused mining practice advising clients on project development and M&A transactions. He is especially sought after for projects and deals in francophone regions, due to his dual qualification in both English and French law.

Yann Alix is quite versed in detailed projects and industry developments.

Yann Alix is very good at understanding what we want to achieve. He understands commercial realities.

Nick Williamson
4
Nick Williamson
4
Band 4
Nick Williamson is the UK head of Ashurst's corporate transactions team and focuses his practice on the energy and natural resources space. He often advises on the acquisition of large-scale mining assets and projects.

Nick Williamson is extremely responsive and helpful.

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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International

Yann Alix
3
Yann Alix
3
Band 3
Nick Williamson
4
Nick Williamson
4
Band 4