Beijing, China -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/06/2009 -- While Edward Lehman, Managing Director of leading red circle law firm Lehman, Lee & Xu is no stranger to providing counsel to diplomatic missions and financial institutions, Lehman is also widely recognized as an expert in the field of mining law. “The mining sector in China has developed later than developed countries and the authorities have had to develop laws in a very short time”, states Ed Lehman, Managing Director of the firm, “as one of the longest established law firms we have been at the forefront of legal developments in the field, giving us a unique perspective in this area. Similarly our Mongolia office is the leading firm regarding mining and resource law in that jurisdiction” .
Lehman, the longest serving (and only foreign) Managing Director of any law firm in China, has long had an interest in the area and was recently appointed to the board of directors of the Shoshone mining corporation, based in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. “I’ve had a passion for the field for a long time due to its relevance to the economy and its fascinating history. To be appointed as a board member was truly an honor”. Lehman’s passion for the mining sector has led to him being called upon by the business community in China to assist with mining related matters. “I’m always happy to help out in any way I can. My door is always open”.
The Silver Summit is the pinnacle event in the silver mining calendar, bringing experts from the field globally each year for to discuss the development of the global silver mining industry.
The two day conference organized by the Pan American Silver Corporation is being held in Spokane Washington, a mining centre known for its proximity to some of North America’s largest silver mines. The summit brings together some of the most prominent names in the field including Ross Beatty, Earl Bennett, David Bond and Jeffrey Christian. “You literally have the global silver mining industry’s key people at this event” relays Lehman. “Bringing these names toghther with some of the leading players in the field commercially such as Bear Creek, Endeavor and First Majestic you really have an unmissable event”.