David Johnson
General Counsel @First Quantum Minerals
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WORK HISTORY
General Counsel @First Quantum Minerals
London, GB
EDUCATION
Southern Methodist University
B.A., English
Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University
L.L.M., Environmental Law
SMU Dedman School of Law
J.D., Law
ABOUT DAVID JOHNSON
David Johnson serves as General Counsel for First Quantum Minerals, based in London, England, where he leads the company’s global legal strategy and supports operations across Africa, Latin America, the Asia-Pacific region, and the European Union. With more than 20 years of experience at the intersection of law, business, and strategy, Mr. Johnson has helped mining and natural-resources companies navigate complex cross-border issues, build resilient teams, and pursue responsible growth. Prior to joining First Quantum, Mr. Johnson served as Chief Legal Counsel, Strategy and Business Development at CMOC Group Limited where he advised on the company’s global portfolio and long-term resource development projects. Earlier in his career, he represented water-resource entities, mining companies, utilities, and wastewater facilities in both government and private practice.Mr. Johnson is recognized for leading teams through change, solving complex problems with clarity, and building partnerships that strengthen and sustain global operations.Originally from the United States, Mr. Johnson now resides in London with his wife and four children.
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