Energy & Natural Resources: Mining: International | Global

Linklaters is recognised as one of the top teams in the UK for high-level corporate work in the mining sector. The firm frequently advises major mining companies and lenders on a variety of M&A and financing matters, with a focus on transactions in emerging markets. The mining team possesses impressive cross-border capabilities, with particular experience of handling mining transactions in Africa. Its lawyers are also equipped to handle contentious matters and assist industry clients with regulatory concerns.

Mayer Brown has an established mining team offering expertise in project financing as well as experience in corporate and restructuring matters. The firm acts on behalf of both lenders and borrowers on large-scale mining finance issues. It is also known for providing advice to governments and mining companies on regulatory matters and developments in the mining industry. The practice has a renowned international offering, with considerable experience handling cross-jurisdictional work.

Norton Rose Fulbright has a heavyweight mining team which acts for an array of significant clients, including major mining companies and financial institutions. The team advises on the full range of international mining issues, including the restructuring of project finance. Its lawyers possess particular experience in overseeing financing and corporate transactions in emerging markets, with a focus on mining projects in Africa.

White & Case offers enviable project finance expertise in relation to mining matters across the world. The firm's knowledge spans a wide range of issues affecting the mining industry, including regulatory concerns, corporate transactions and restructurings. Its lawyers frequently represent some of the largest lenders and sponsors in the sector. The firm advises clients on all stages of a mining project, including financing, development and operation.

Baker McKenzie offers extensive expertise in corporate issues, including M&A, as well as project development. The firm represents a broad range of entities, including major mining companies, minerals manufacturers and investors. Its lawyers are active in mining projects across the globe, including South America, Africa and the Middle East. The team is also able to advise clients on disputes within the mining industry.

Clifford Chance has a well-regarded team with a focus on corporate mining issues such as M&A transactions, private equity investments and restructuring. The firm has additional experience advising issues on licensing and supply agreements. Its lawyers act on contentious and non-contentious matters across the globe. Clients include investors as well as both giant and junior mining companies.

Fasken represents established names in global mining work. The firm offers clients expertise in a range of matters, including in commercial transactions and project financings. The team is equipped to handle a range of complicated and multi-jurisdictional corporate matters, including acquisitions and AIM listings. Its lawyers regularly act for private equity firms, financial advisers and major mining companies.

Milbank has a strong mining team capable of advising lenders on a number of significant cross-jurisdictional projects. The group has a notable capacity to handle debt restructuring as well as project finance. Its lawyers represent clients with assets in a wide range of jurisdictions, including those in Africa and Asia.

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.