Thomson Geer’s practice spans an array of industries, including renewable energy, mining and minerals. Scott Gibson is a name to note for M&A, equity capital markets, and ASX Listing Rule matters. Sarah O’Brien-Smith is sought after by mining companies for advice on farm-in and joint venture agreements, as well as mining litigation, including forfeiture proceedings and exemption applications. Michael Bowen is well versed in advising both bidders and targets in takeover proceedings.
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Testimonials
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- 'Nicholas Antonas is very commercially savvy and similarly active cross-border.'
- 'Strong technical capability and knowledge with a commercially pragmatic approach. Reliable and efficient.'
Work highlights
Acted as Australian counsel to ASX-listed gold miner Westgold Resources on its A$1.1 billion cash and scrip merger with Canadian-listed Karora Resources.
Other key lawyers
Scott Gibson; Sarah O’Brien-Smith; Michael Bowen; Jae Lemin; Nicholas Antonas