Energy & Natural Resources: Mining
Canada Guide 2025 : Nationwide - Canada
Band 3
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Provided by Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
The Mining Group at Osler has the depth of experience and breadth of knowledge to advise domestic and international mining companies on these issues and any other matters they face through every phase of the business cycle – from initial exploration to the establishment of large-scale operations. Osler’s lawyers have acted for mining companies of all sizes, specialties and stages of development, and can offer the legal expertise required to support and guide clients so they can achieve their operational and strategic business objectives efficiently and cost-effectively.
Chambers Review
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt represents several key mid-market mining companies, as well as industry heavyweights. Its mining lawyers benefit from the firm's prominent corporate/M&A practice to advise on a wide range of mining deals, including joint ventures, restructuring and public and private financing. The team is recognised for its ability to advise on matters across the full life of a mining project. The practice leverages the strength of its construction and infrastructure group to assist clients with mine developments.
Work Highlights
- Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt advised General Motors on its USD150 million equity investment in Nouveau Monde Graphite.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Osler provides quick turnaround times and consistent follow-up on progress, taking the initiative to guide the client."
"Osler is excellent at identifying complex issues and helping to resolve them commercially."
"Its communication and turnaround are hallmarks of the firm."
"Osler's team has great knowledge and broad experience in the mining industry and securities matters in Canada."
"The team has strong commercial awareness."
"Osler provides quick turnaround times and consistent follow-up on progress, taking the initiative to guide the client."
"Osler is excellent at identifying complex issues and helping to resolve them commercially."
"Its communication and turnaround are hallmarks of the firm."
"Osler's team has great knowledge and broad experience in the mining industry and securities matters in Canada."
"The team has strong commercial awareness."
Notable Practitioners
Co-chair of the firm's mining group Alan Hutchison regularly represents international clients in corporate mandates, with significant expertise in Latin American mining transactions. He is based in Vancouver.
"Alan is exceptional in his service, availability and knowledge."
"He has excellent knowledge of the mining business, deals and structures, and provides strong advice."
"Alan is a great legal counsel and is available when we need him. He has a practical and business-minded approach."
Based in Vancouver, Patrick Sullivan is an up-and-coming practitioner who assists mining companies with M&A and capital markets transactions. He is also knowledgeable in joint-venture partnerships.
"He is a fantastic young lawyer."
"Patrick is on track to greatness and it is an honour to work with him."
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