DLA Piper’s cross-practice team combines expertise in energy, resources, corporate and finance law to advise on a wide array of matters related to traditional mining, oil and gas issues, as well as an increasing number of projects in the renewables and critical minerals sectors. The practice group is led from Perth by Alex Jones, who specialises in acquisitions, feasibility assessments, development and investment. Matthew Watkins brings to bear strong credentials in mining and metals matters, advising on early-stage investment through to ASX listings. Alexander Samson’s broad expertise covers advising on international and domestic private M&A, joint ventures and commercial transactions, as he co-leads the firm’s global ENR battery mineral sub-sector. Kirsty Hall has in-depth knowledge of rights issues, placements, and share purchase plans relating to foreign investment in the mining industry, while Louise Holland is an experienced disputes lawyer engaging in litigation across the mining, energy and natural resources sectors.
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Testimonials
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‘The DLA Piper team has an unmatched depth of experience in the mining and resource industry. I found the team very knowledgeable and practical in their approach to our issues and because of the depth and length of experience, the staff are well networked in the industry to provide guidance beyond strict legal advice.’
‘Alex Jones was always confident he was on top of our issues and able to provide advice and guidance beyond strict legal advice.'
'Matthew Roberts is competent, prompt in meeting timelines and always a pleasure to deal with.'
'Josh Scoles is readily available, competent and prompt to follow up not just on his tasks but those of other DLA team members.’
Key clients
- AVZ Minerals Ltd
- Leichhardt Industrials Group Pty Ltd
- Regis Resources Ltd
- API Management Pty Ltd
- JSW Steel
Work highlights
Advised AVZ Minerals Limited and its subsidiaries on reinstating mining permits for the Manono lithium and tin project in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Advised Leichhardt Industrials Group on its AUD375 million acquisition of the Lake MacLeod Project from Dampier Salt Limited, including associated debt and equity financing.
Advised Regis Resources in relation to a judicial review application to quash the Mining Warden's recommendation to refuse 10 exemptions under the Mining Act 1978 (WA) in the Supreme Court of Western Australia.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Alex Jones
Other key lawyers
Matthew Watkins; Alexander Samson; Kirsty Hall; Louise Holland; Matthew Roberts; Josh Scoles