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Baker McKenzie

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International

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Baker McKenzie's Mining practice has been focused on this space around the globe for more than 60 years. 

The London office is a multidisciplinary team of transactional M&A, projects, project finance, regulatory and disputes lawyers. The team works on cutting-edge matters for mining companies such as multi-billion dollar transactions, complex disputes (including in the compliance space) and, recently, on the creation of a new global industry association for mineral royalty and streaming companies. 

The team acts for five out of the top ten global listed mining companies (with long lasting relationships) and are true industry experts. With our market leading expertise and expansive global footprint, we offer international clients a truly global proposition, operating cross-border projects in a more integrated fashion than any other firm.

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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International - UK-wide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Baker McKenzie offers extensive expertise in corporate issues, including M&A, as well as project development. The firm represents a broad range of entities, including major mining companies, minerals manufacturers and investors. Its lawyers are active in mining projects across the globe, including South America, Africa and the Middle East. The team is also able to advise clients on disputes within the mining industry.
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Work Highlights

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  • Baker Mckenzie advised Ma'aden regarding the development of its USD6.4 billion Phosphates 3 expansion project in Saudi Arabia.

Strengths

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  • Baker McKenzie combine a depth of knowledge with commercial acumen. They are proactive and calm in tense discussions.

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  • They are very responsive.

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  • They provide a hands-on and dedicated service to their clients.

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  • The team has in-depth knowledge of the industry.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Richard Blunt
    Richard Blunt

    Richard Blunt

    Richard Blunt represents mining companies in a broad range of mandates, including both contentious and non-contentious matters. He frequently assists clients with royalty, streaming and supply agreements, as well as M&A transactions.

    • Richard Blunt is smart and knows the industry. He has a good emotional intelligence. He focuses on getting the deal done for the benefit of both sides rather than scoring points.

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    • Richard Blunt is calm, commercial and knowledgeable.

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    • Richard is an excellent practitioner with an in-depth knowledge of the mining industry.

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  • Rhiannon Williams
    Rhiannon Williams

    Rhiannon Williams

    Rhiannon Williams is highly thought of by mining sector clients for her able support of construction and operational mandates.

    • Rhiannon is first-class for her responsiveness and her understanding of our business.

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    Richard Blunt

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    Rhiannon Williams

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