Public Law

Herbert Smith Freehills' public law practice is predominantly built around energy regulatory and environmental matters. The law firm has won instructions from important mining and electricity companies on applications for operating permits, and it defends subsequent challenges brought on environmental grounds. The team challenges sanctions imposed by sector regulators for alleged non-compliance with specific regulations. Herbert Smith Freehills often advises on corporate or finance mandates that have important public law implications, with a particularly strong caseload of energy sector deals.