Canada has always held a prominent position in the world when it comes to mining and natural resources. This wealth of resources has fostered the development of a well-versed and diverse range of legal practitioners specializing in mining law with a particular focus on international and cross-border strategies and operations. The Canadian roster of mining lawyers boasts several renowned figures who have substantially contributed to the local and global mining industry through their legal expertise. Given the innovative and transformative changes that the mining industry is set to undergo in the near future, the role of these legal practitioners has become even more crucial to the sector’s sustained growth.
These practitioners bring diverse legal expertise to the table, having taken leadership roles in their respective firms, making them cornerstones of their respective practices. Whether it is advising on sizable acquisitions and dispositions; negotiating business-critical agreements; or structuring, negotiating, and implementing complex international consolidation projects, these lawyers are trailblazers in their field. Let’s dive into the details and learn more about the top Canadian Mining (International & Cross-Border) lawyers that are shaping the future of the global mining industry.
Whether these lawyers are Canadian natives or global practitioners with a particular focus on the Canadian market, all of them have repeatedly proved their prowess through unceasingly high-quality service and client satisfaction. Let’s turn our attention to the contributions of some of these industry-leading legal experts.
Quentin Markin
Without a firm website for Stikeman Elliott LLP, Quentin Markin has established himself as a trusted practitioner in the firm’s Sydney office. Given his extensive work history in Vancouver and his practice across Ontario and British Columbia, his insight and experience is highly prized by clients handling Canadian market dealings.
Khaled Abdel-Barr
Khaled Abdel-Barr of Lawson Lundell LLP in Vancouver is renowned for his comprehensive mining practice. His clients include both domestic and international entities for whom he handles transactional and operational mandates.
Mark T Bennett
Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP‘s executive chair, Mark Bennett, has an impressive portfolio of national and international mining interests, especially advising Latin American clients. His expertise revolves around significant dispositions, acquisitions, and equity programs in the mining sector.
Fred R Pletcher
Fred Pletcher is the Chair of the national mining group at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP. Known for handling corporate and commercial transactions across North America, his base in Vancouver provides him with an advantageous position for dealing in acquisitions, capital markets, joint ventures, and shareholder activism.
Karen MacMillan
As the Co-leader of Lawson Lundell LLP‘s mining group, Karen MacMillan excels in handling commercial agreements and corporate transactions within the mining industry. Her particular specialization lies in asset purchases and disposals.
Jay Kellerman
Global mining veteran Jay Kellerman of Stikeman Elliott LLP has a solid record in large-scale transactions such as mergers and disposals across Canada, the USA, and Latin America.
Roger Taplin
Roger Taplin based in Vancouver, is involved in high-profile Canadian mining matters, including multimillion-dollar acquisitions and joint ventures. He is a part of McCarthy Tétrault LLP and has a clientele of international mining and investment corporations.
John S M Turner
John Turner, a part of Fasken, consistently provides impressive contributions to both the Canadian and international mining industries. Operating from Toronto, he manages several high-profile securities and corporate transactions.
James Clare
Providing his expertise at Bennett Jones LLP, James Clare aids natural resources companies in navigating corporate financing and M&A transactions. His renowned experience lies in representing issuers and underwriters.
Sander Grieve
As a leader of Bennett Jones LLP’s mining industry team, Sander Grieve is well-regarded for representing mining exploration and operation companies in M&A and financing mandates. He provides additional expertise in corporate governance and public offerings.
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