Energy & Natural Resources - Australia
Band 2
What the Team is Known For
Clayton Utz's specialised and well-resourced practice advises multinational and prominent domestic clients on a range of matters associated with their energy and resources requirements, addressing regulatory, contentious and project development issues in tandem with an admired transactional support capability. The firm offers comprehensive coverage of all Australian jurisdictions and is particularly valued by clients across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.
Strengths
Clayton Utz is always up to date with the latest trends in the energy market. It is highly responsive, commercial, straightforward and always adds value.
The firm exhibits meticulous attention to detail and thoroughness. It has a deep corporate memory, unfailing integrity and principle.
This team has an unmatched attention to detail. They are happy to get into the weeds of matters and nothing is glossed over. I am confident that nothing will get missed with this team.
Work Highlights
Clayton Utz advised VOC an agreement to sell its entire 25% interest in the Rhodes Ridge Iron Ore Project in Western Australia to Japanese trading house Mitsui.
Notable practitioners
Emma Covacevich is based in Brisbane and enjoys a high reputation in the market for her extensive experience in the oil and gas industry. She advises across a comprehensive range of issues, including M&A transactions, gas transportation and sale agreements, the development and operation of projects, and a variety of regulatory, exploration and licensing questions.
Stuart MacGregor is based in Brisbane and regularly advises international mining clients on their operations within Australia as well as joint ventures and mining infrastructure developments.
Stuart is always responsive, up to date with market trends, commercial and practical.
