Ranking tables

Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: Domestic | UK

UK-wide

Lawyers and firms in this table are recognised for their expertise in either domestic or international work. The section focuses on legal matters surrounding the exploration, development and production of minerals through mining operations. The negotiation of royalty, streaming and supply agreements are relevant, as are M&A transactions, development financing, restructuring initiatives and regulatory issues.   

Rankings overview for Departments

2

  1. Stephens Scown LLP
3

  1. Knights plc
2

  1. Andrea BruceKnights plc
  2. Chris ToftsStephens Scown LLP
  3. Richard LashmoreStepien Lake
  4. Russell CoddingtonKnights plc
  5. Simon GawlerStephens Scown LLP
  6. Simon Trahair-DaviesStephens Scown LLP

All Departments profiles

1

Band 1

  1. DLA Piper UK LLP
    1
    DLA Piper UK LLP
    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: Domestic
    2026 | Band 1 | 9 Years Ranked

    DLA Piper maintains a strong reputation for its wide-ranging mining and minerals expertise. The firm advises on the full gamut of issues affecting the mining industry, including environmental, construction, real estate and restructuring matters. The group is also adept at handling contentious as well as transactional work within the mining sector. The firm's clients include mining companies, manufacturers and governments.

2

Band 2

  1. Stephens Scown LLP
    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: Domestic
    2026 | Band 2
3

Band 3

  1. Knights plc
    Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: Domestic
    2026 | Band 3