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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: Development and Operations | Canada
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S Chris BaldwinLawson Lundell LLP | Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: Development and Operations2025 | Senior Statespeople | 9 Years RankedChris Baldwin continues to advise clients on transactions within the mining space. His longstanding expertise in the market also includes providing counsel on mine development and operations from his base in the firm's Vancouver office.S Michael J BourassaFasken | Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: Development and Operations2025 | Senior Statespeople | 9 Years RankedMichael Bourassa is a pre-eminent mining lawyer with deep knowledge of 'dirt law' and related due diligence mandates, including environmental compliance and title issues. Based in Toronto, he also has significant experience acting on commercial agreements and advises clients on dispute resolution.
Band 1
1 Khaled Abdel-BarrLawson Lundell LLP | Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: Development and Operations2025 | Band 1 | 9 Years RankedKhaled is second to none in attention to detail, thoughtfulness and awareness of the issues; he is exceptional. He is great at working with in-house counsel, providing all the options clearly.
Band 2
2 Andrew J GabrielsonFasken | Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: Development and Operations2025 | Band 2 | 5 Years RankedVancouver-based Andrew Gabrielson is highly regarded for his technical expertise in 'dirt law'. He provides counsel on all stages of mine exploration, development and operation, with further experience in corporate transactions in the mining space.2 Charles KazazBlake, Cassels & Graydon LLP | Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: Development and Operations2025 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedCharles Kazaz is noted for his considerable experience in relation to regulatory issues impacting the mining sector. He focuses his practice on assisting clients with mineral rights issues and environmental concerns surrounding mine reclamation and closure projects.2 Darrell PodowskiCassels Brock & Blackwell LLP | Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: Development and Operations2025 | Band 2 | 9 Years RankedDarrell Podowski draws upon his background in geophysics to advise on a wide array of operational and commercial matters in the mining sector, including option agreements, disclosure agreements and governance. Based in Vancouver, he is sought after for his experience acting on Latin American mining mandates.2 Erik GoldsilverGowling WLG (Canada) LLP | Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: Development and Operations2025 | Band 2 | 8 Years RankedBased in Toronto, Erik Goldsilver provides counsel across an impressive range of international mining transactions. He frequently advises on mine operation and development matters, among other issues.2 Karen MacMillanLawson Lundell LLP | Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: Development and Operations2025 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedCo-leader of the firm's mining group Karen MacMillan handles commercial agreements and corporate transactions across the mining industry, with particular strength in asset purchases and dispositions.