King & Wood Mallesons regularly advises a prominent roster of energy and mining clients. The team is actively engaged in high-value M&A transactions and critical decarbonisation projects within the mining sector. Team head Lorenzo Pacitti has exceptional expertise in rare earth and critical minerals projects. Scott Langford routinely acts for major mining and resources companies in complex transactions, including IPOs and M&A deals. Paul Schroder adds depth to the practice with his extensive knowledge of the mining industry and M&A. Robert Edel retired from the firm in 2023, and Robert Jackson is knowledgeable of mandates involving the development of wind farms and plantation forest operations.
Testimonials
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‘KwM has a market leading team. From partner to solicitor level, the teams is intelligent, sophisticated, practical and great to work with.’
‘King & Wood Mallesons demonstrated exceptional teamwork, consistently delivering outstanding legal services. Their collaborative approach ensured that we benefited from a collective wealth of knowledge and experience.'
Key clients
- Glencore
- Newmont Mining Corporation
Work highlights
- Advised Newmont on the acquisition of Newcrest.
- Advised Allkem on its all-stock merger of equals with Livent Corp.