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Energy & Natural Resources: Mining (Expertise Based Abroad) | Global

South Africa

This section covers specialised work in matters relating to mining and mineral exploration. This includes transactional activity in the mining sector, investments, project development and project financing, as well as supply agreements. Mining rights, regulatory compliance and environmental issues related to mining activities are also covered. Contentious proceedings relating to mining and natural resources are also covered by this section. This section contains a subsection entitled Mining: Health & Safety which covers health and safety matters arising from mining operations, including accident investigations as well as official inquiries and accident-related disputes. Law firms are welcome to upload a separate work highlight submission for Mining: Health & Safety matters.

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  1. Peter Leon
    Peter Leon
    Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
    Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP | Energy & Natural Resources: Mining (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2026 | Spotlight | 15 Years Ranked

    Peter Leon is well reputed for his activities across a panoply of regulatory and transactional mining mandates in South Africa and across the African continent. His portfolio encompasses acquisitions and a suite of contentious matters, including land disputes and environmental litigation. He is currently based in London.