Since the Mabo decision and the Native Title Act in the early 1990s, native title considerations have become increasingly important to mining, utilities and construction projects in rural Australia. Stakeholders need advisers who understand how to navigate the legal issues and cultural traditions to achieve positive outcomes for all.

Our native title specialists assist developers, project proponents and Aboriginal groups in negotiating agreements for native title and cultural heritage matters.

The Minter Ellison team focuses on advice that drives negotiations forward. We work to enable efficient and timely land access while observing indigenous protocols and developing enduring relationships between parties.

To provide strategic and hands-on consultancy services for negotiations with native title parties, we have established a specialist consultancy arm, Native Title Solutions. Native Title Solutions is supported by the firm's specialist resources internationally.