Latham & Watkins is deeply familiar with the investment structures frequently adopted by participants in the mining and metals industry, including incorporated and un-incorporated joint ventures, earn-ins and royalty arrangements. The firm believes that its experience in a range of jurisdictions and situations enables it to add value for clients, by having them suggest creative approaches that address key tax planning, competition, risk allocation, regulatory or other issues.
In recent years, members of the Latham team have been directly involved in preparing and negotiating joint venture and similar agreements for numerous large, high-profile metals and mining projects.