DLA Piper brings expertise in the real estate transactional, litigation, and construction aspects of mining sector projects. Petra Billing co-heads the team and assists in minerals, property, and commercial litigation. Also co-leading the team, Mark Keeling acts for clients on construction matters, minerals lease renewals, and commercial agreements.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘They are particularly strong on land and minerals rights - Petra Billing and Mark Keeling have outstanding knowledge.'

  • 'Their understanding of the business and operations and, more importantly, how the company functions as a business is significantly valuable. The quality of service, levels of communication and advice is perfection.'
  • 'They provide such an exceptional level of service across the board. They are always on hand to provide a highly valued and reliable, informative and constructive support when needed. They communicate clearly and effectively. 
  • 'The team has an excellent grasp of the wider commercial picture, which informs their drafting and strategic advice.'

Key clients

  • Aggregate Industries UK Limited
  • European Metals Holdings Ltd
  • MCC Mining Corporation
  • Minas de Revuboè Limitada
  • Sibelco UK Limited
  • Tata Steel UK Limited
  • Ibstock Group and all subsidiaries

Work highlights

Advise on all real estate transactional and minerals litigation matters for Aggregate Industries UK Limited.
Advised European Metals Holdings Ltd on their re-domiciliation from BVI to Australia and associated market filings.
Advised Canadian mineral exploration company, MCC Mining Corporation, in respect of a secondary sale, by UK investors.

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Practice head

Petra Billing; Mark Keeling