Global Guide 2026 : USA
Ranked Individuals
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Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP has a distinguished team acting for an enviable roster of global mining and metals companies. Excels in complex M&A, joint ventures and other strategic alliances. Also a go-to practice for high-profile securities offerings and other sophisticated financing transactions. Noted for its work both domestically and abroad, with particular knowledge of South American markets.
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Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP represented Vale in the closing of the sale of its 40% stake in Mineracão Rio do Norte, including all associated obligations and rights, to Ananke Alumina.
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The firm is very creative and provides out-of-the-box solutions to complex situations without increasing the risk.
The team is very hard-working and smart. They are top of the class.
The team is smart, thoughtful, practical and has good judgment.
The team provides an impressive service. The team is effective and efficient.
Cleary displays excellent technical capabilities and an ability to think commercially and tactically. The team is very good at translating legal judgment into clear advice.
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Jeffrey is a brilliant lawyer. He provides outside-the-box solutions to very complex situations.
Jeffrey is exceptional, pragmatic and strategic. He is a true expert.
Jeff is super business-orientated and is responsive, treating clients as a priority.
He is really quick and smart.
Aaron J. Meyers of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is an up-and-coming practitioner assisting mining clients with transactions, including mergers and sales.
Aaron is commercially driven; he wisely protects the client from risk and exposures and has deep technical knowledge.
Mining & Metals
Mining & Metals
USA 2026
Practice area: Mining & Metals
Location: USA - Nationwide
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