legal advisory & governance for junior explorers
Hardies Lawyers provides practical, commercially-focused legal advice tailored to the specific needs of junior explorers that are listed, or intend to list, on ASX.
As a junior explorer, you face a unique challenge. You need a sophisticated legal and governance structure, but you must remain lean and agile. Traditional corporate law firms aren't built for that speed.
We saw a gap in the market, so we built Hardies Lawyers.
We work closely with founders, boards, and senior executives to help navigate the complex regulatory maze of capital raising and compliance
Why Hardies Lawyers?
We don't look or act like a traditional corporate law firm. We are purpose-built for the dynamic junior resources market.
Deep mining and resources expertise
With over two decades of industry experience, we understand commodity price cycles and why JORC compliance is crucial for junior explorers
Traditional knowledge and cultural understanding
We understand the importance of environmental stewardship and the role that protecting cultural heritage plays in building operational trust
Top-tier rigour, boutique agility
Niche by nature yet big on results, we combine the intellectual rigour of a top-tier law firm with the speed and agility of a boutique partner
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Meet the team
Paul Hardie
Founder & Principal
Paul is a premier corporate and resources lawyer with over 20 years' experience advising boards, senior executives, ambitious start-ups, and listed public companies in the Western Australian mining and resources sector.
As Founder and Principal, Paul brings to the firm many years of in-house experience as General Counsel & Company Secretary for multiple ASX-listed businesses in the microcap space (<$300M market capitalisation).
Having served directly alongside chairs, boards, and CEOs, Paul understands the unique funding risks, market pressures, and industry challenges faced by leadership teams at the junior end of the resources market. This unique combination of ELT experience at the coalface and private practice sets Paul apart from other corporate lawyers in his field.
Paul is known for his approachable, down-to-earth style, and his ability to think outside the square when it comes to corporate strategy. More than just a lawyer, Paul's biggest strength is his ability to look down range to ensure his clients' day-to-day operations are aligned with their long-term strategy.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Economics
Admissions
Supreme Court of Western Australia
High Court of Australia
Memberships
Australian Institute of Company Directors
Governance Institute of Australia
