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Sullivan & Cromwell LLP

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International

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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International - UK-wide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Sullivan & Cromwell continues to advise clients based in a wide range of international locations on a variety of complex projects. The firm works on project finance and restructuring matters, along with significant mining disputes. Its lawyers primarily act for prominent mining and exploration companies. The firm has experienced advisers on an assortment of developments, including gold, nickel and copper mines.
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Work Highlights

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  • Sullivan & Cromwell advised Ambatovy Minerals Société Anonyme and Dynatec Madagascar Société Anonyme regarding the USD2.3 billion debt restructuring of the Ambatovy Project.

Strengths

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  • Sullivan & Cromwell consistently demonstrate strong working knowledge of complex mining industry, emerging markets and financing trends.

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  • Their team has a breadth of knowledge and experience base in the project financing space which is second to none.

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  • We were very impressed with the team’s availability and quick reaction time.

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  • The team is available any time and is highly responsive.

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  • They have depth and strength across the bench. They are a seamless team.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Stewart M Robertson
    Stewart M Robertson

    Stewart M Robertson

    Stewart Robertson maintains a varied mining practice, regularly advising clients on project financings and restructurings, as well as international arbitrations. He possesses noteworthy experience handling transactions in Asia, Africa and the Middle East.

    • Stewart is excellent to work with. He is collaborative and proactive.

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    • Stewart has demonstrated strong commercial, legal, interpersonal and leadership skills.

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    • Stewart is a seasoned lawyer, who provides incredible insight from experience and adds value in difficult situations using his quick wit.

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  • Jon Hannah
    Jon Hannah

    Jon Hannah

    Jon Hannah is noted for regularly handling significant corporate and project financing matters in the mining sector. His work spans numerous jurisdictions, including Africa, South Asia and South America.

    • He is great to work with. He is proactive, hard-working and has strong project experience.

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    • Jon brings a strong commercial instinct and sharp legal acumen to the process.

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    • He is an excellent mediator of discussions, as he finds creative alternatives and middle ground for parties to consider. He is a highly reliable and capable lawyer.

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    • Jon is extremely methodical in his work. He is able to stay calm and composed in any situation.

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    Stewart M Robertson

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    Jon Hannah

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