Perkins Coie operates an impressive mining practice with a client base active in the extraction of base, precious, and critical minerals. The team advises clients at every stage of the mine life cycle, from early exploration and project development through permitting, construction, active operations, and eventual closure and reclamation. This includes navigating complex regulatory and permitting matters arising under environmental and federal Indian law, as well as employing targeted de-risking strategies that work to protect both operations and capital deployed in mining ventures. The firm also brings deep experience in project-related litigation, financing structures, and asset acquisitions, positioning clients to move confidently through each phase of a mining project’s life.