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Clayton Utz

Native Title: Proponents

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Clayton Utz

About

Provided by Clayton Utz

The Clayton Utz Native Title Practice team have continued to grow our Traditional Owners practice, and have continued to consolidate their position as the preeminent native title practice in the country. The team has worked on some of the most complex native title and cultural heritage matters for a wide range of clients and industries. They have fortunately maintained very high levels of activity in the native title and cultural heritage space over 2023 across a wide range of sectors. Their clients continue to turn to us to provide innovative, industry-leading solutions and strategies to some of the most complex native title and cultural heritage issues facing proponents in Australia. 

Industries (6)

  • Government
  • Transport
  • Energy & Resources
  • Mining
  • Telecommunications
  • Renewable energy

Chambers Review

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Native Title: Proponents - Australia

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Clayton Utz's impressive offering is noted for providing coverage of proponent and government client requirements. The firm regularly advises blue-chip corporates on the native title and cultural heritage aspects of their largest resources projects. It has a strong track record advising government at state and Commonwealth levels on ensuring compliance with practice area legislation in regard to nationally significant infrastructure developments. The team is also noted for its thought leadership in the development of legislation, particularly in relation to the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act amendments.

Notable practitioners

Damien Gardiner is a key contact at the firm.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clayton Utz assisted Squadron Energy with project delivery advice related to the development of Stage 1 of the Clarke Creek Wind Farm, including advising on the cultural heritage surveys and development approvals for the site.

Strengths

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  • Clayton Utz demonstrated an understanding of the particulars of engagement with Aboriginal communities, providing strategic input and balancing commercial and cultural considerations.

    Native Title: Proponents respondentAsia-Pacific

  • Clayton Utz is a highly collaborative and strategically minded firm with an excellent open communication philosophy.

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  • The team provides great and professional advice, with considerations and ability to apply legal matters to common understanding.

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Members

Provided by Clayton Utz

  • Georgia Davis

  • Lucy Shea

  • Stuart MacGregor

  • Nick Thomas

  • Mejella Pollard

  • Robert Stilling

  • Sophie Rose Greer

  • Damien Gardiner

    Head of Department

  • Mark Geritz

    Head of Department

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