Historically Ireland has been internationally renowned as a major zinc-lead mining centre, making it the largest zinc producer in Europe and the second largest producer of lead.
William Fry is one of a small number of leading Irish law firms with a thorough knowledge and understanding of the exploration and mining industry.
Dating back to the early 1960’s William Fry has been involved in advising most of the big lead and zinc operations and sites at various levels e.g. site re-development/clean up, licencing and legal due diligence for prospective purchasers etc.
With a large portfolio of clients in the mineral development sector, we deliver a fully integrated legal service, from exploration to the mine development, and bring a deep understanding of the legal and practical challenges that these industry players face.