Our Mining, Minerals, and Metals lawyers advise clients in the minerals, mining, steel, and specialty metals industries across Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, North America, Russia and the CIS, and South America.
Our experience spans the range of natural resources exploration, development and production companies—including base and precious metals, minerals, coal, steel and aggregates. We represent mining and metals companies, investors, and advisors in all aspects of their businesses. Our global platform includes lawyers with experience across a broad range of disciplines who work seamlessly to ensure effective and efficient staffing for every client project.
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EU Regulation on Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH)
While the tactic of mass arbitration has led both defendants and plaintiffs to turn to the courts for relief, courts have been reluctant to come to the aid of either party.
The year 2025 saw significant regulatory activity in the realm of digital assets. The US Congress and financial regulators took steps to create and implement a clear legal framework to facilitate financial transactions using digital assets, and they will continue to do so in 2026.
The Washington state legislature has adjourned for 2026, and key tax changes are in store if Governor Bob Ferguson signs several tax-related bills into law, and if those tax changes then survive expected legal challenges.
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