Herbert Smith Freehills

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP works with a wide range of project proponents and industry groups in the energy and mining industries, advising on native title and cultural heritage concerns relating to large-scale state and national projects, including negotiations with Traditional Owners as well as representing clients in Federal Court proceedings relating to native title claims. The team, led by Perth’s Melanie Debenham, has strength across key jurisdictions in Australia, and is able to advise on environmental, corporate, financing, and planning issues, as well as handling public sector matters for government clients.