Gallagher & Kennedy natural resources attorneys understand federal and state mining laws, including establishing and maintaining mining claims on public lands, mineral leasing on public and private lands, and mineral materials contracts on federal public lands. We also are experienced in obtaining and defending legal access, including rights of way, and in litigation regarding mining rights and issues. This practice dovetails with our real estate and environmental practices, allowing us to provide transactional advice and services, as well as all permitting needed for mining operations, including environmental assessments for NEPA compliance and permitting under federal and state mining laws and environmental laws.