Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP's practice is experienced advising on issues relating to native title; environment, planning and community; and stakeholder engagement. The team’s workload includes advising on native title and Aboriginal cultural heritage protection compliance, indigenous land use agreements, and cultural heritage management plans. At the helm is Melanie Debenham who provides an in-depth knowledge of land access, native title and cultural heritage issues as they relate to broader environmental, community and regulatory contexts. Naomi Hutchings is well-versed in advising clients in the mining sector on native title and cultural heritage matters, whilst Peter Briggs‘ expertise spans from specialist litigation to major project approvals and related native title and cultural heritage issues.
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Key clients

  • Woodside Energy Ltd
  • Main Roads WA

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Melanie Debenham
Melanie Debenham
Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Naomi Hutchings
Naomi Hutchings
Practice head

Melanie Debenham

Other key lawyers

Naomi Hutchings; Peter Briggs