Department profile
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP

Mining & Metals

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Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP

Rankings

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Mining & Metals - USA - Nationwide

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP has a distinguished team acting for an enviable roster of global mining and metals companies. The firm excels in complex M&A, joint ventures and other strategic alliances and is also a go-to practice for high-profile securities offerings and other sophisticated financing transactions. It is noted for its work both domestically and abroad, with particular knowledge of South American markets.

Work Highlights

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  • Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton represented Antofagasta plc (Antofagasta), a London-based Chilean multinational copper mining company, in its investment in CompaƱia de Minas Buenaventura S.A.A.

Strengths

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  • The law firm provides sharp, assertive analysis, with deep knowledge of the law and creative solutions.

    Mining & Metals respondentUSA
  • Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton is approachable and interested in understanding the company's view.

    Mining & Metals respondentUSA
  • Cleary has excellent attention to detail and good strategic thinking; the recommended tactics are well wrapped in strategic context.

    Mining & Metals respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Jeffrey S Lewis
    Band 1Jeffrey S Lewis

    Jeffrey S Lewis

    Jeffrey Lewis routinely handles complex acquisitions and joint ventures for his mining clients. He offers strength in both domestic and international transactions.
    • He is extremely sophisticated and detail-oriented in order to achieve the best results for his clients.

      Mining & Metals respondentUSA
    • Jeff helps you quickly understand the problem and helps you with the solution.

      Mining & Metals respondentUSA
  • Up and ComingAaron J. Meyers
    Up and ComingAaron J. Meyers

    Aaron J. Meyers

    Aaron J. Meyers of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is an up-and-coming practitioner assisting mining clients with transactions, including mergers and sales.

    • He is alert to our business needs, is very responsive and is excellent and connecting us with the talent we need at Cleary to deal with our legal issues.

      Mining & Metals respondentUSA
    • Aaron is extremely approachable and friendly, with an exceptional ability to problem-solve.

      Mining & Metals respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP (2)

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