Norton Rose Fulbright‘s mining and minerals team advises on some of the largest mining transactions and provides multidisciplinary expertise across major regions. The team has deep knowledge of the critical minerals space, including in energy transition mandates, and is advising on an increasing number of private equity and M&A transactions. Longstanding expert Martin McCann leads the team and is a specialist on a range of matters, from greenfield projects to financial restructuring. Raj Karia is a further key contact and acts for a diverse array of clients including mining majors, leading investment banks, junior mining companies and private equity investors. Other notable team members include Daniel Metcalfe, an expert in cross-border finance in emerging markets, and Felicity Brown, a specialist debt finance and projects lawyer.
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Testimonials
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'Norton Rose Fulbright sets the standard in the mining sector. Their deep understanding of industry dynamics, paired with their ability to provide tailored, strategic advice, is instrumental in navigating transactions.'
- 'They consistently assemble cross-disciplinary teams that bring both international perspective and essential local insight.'
‘Their ability to move quickly without compromising on quality or detail was impressive. Their responsiveness, coordination, and deep expertise is critical to the success of deals.'
- 'Daniel Metcalfe is highly professional, deeply knowledgeable, and actively engaged. His ability to confidently navigate complex issues inspires great trust - he brings in-depth legal expertise in the mining sector, combined with a solid understanding of our commercial priorities.'
- 'A best in class team in the market. Highly professional, problem-solving with legal and commercial considerations.'
Key clients
- Anglo American
- AngloGold Ashanti
- Appian Capital Advisory
- Barrick Gold
- Brazilian Nickel
- Centamin plc
- Eramet Group
- Eurasian Resources Group (ERG)
- First Quantum Minerals
- Horizonte Minerals
- ING
- KfW
Work highlights
Advise Asante Gold Corporation on its planned financing package of $525m to fund its growth plans and recapitalise its short-term liabilities, in relation to the Bibiani and Chirano mines in Ghana.
Advise Société Générale and Nedbank in relation to the senior project financing of Ivanhoe’s world-scale Platreef palladium-rhodium-nickel-platinum-copper-gold project in Limpopo Province, South Africa in an amount of up to $150m.
Advise Serra Verde, the only scalable rare earths producer in the world outside of China, on the financing and restructuring of its Serra Verde asset in Brazil.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Felicity Brown
Practice head
Martin McCann
Other key lawyers
Raj Karia; Daniel Metcalfe; Felicity Brown