Regulatory expectations are rising across sectors, with closer scrutiny of competition, governance, ESG, sanctions, cultural heritage, market conduct and corporate accountability. Clients need clear advice that is legally rigorous, commercially grounded, and responsive to the realities of operating under public, regulatory and stakeholder pressure ...

Chloe is a partner specialising in employment and industrial relations, with particular expertise in complex employment litigation, whistleblower disclosures and payroll compliance. She is committed to helping clients manage sensitive workplace issues with integrity and foresight. ...

Corin is a partner in our Disputes & Investigations practice, with a broad commercial litigation practice across the mining, energy, construction, infrastructure, banking and government sectors.  ...

Joshua is a partner specialising in complex commercial disputes, including class actions, regulatory investigations, insurance matters and professional indemnity claims. He is driven by helping clients anticipate litigation risk and navigate high-stakes disputes with clarity and confidence. ...

Anita is a competition partner advising clients on a broad range of competition and consumer law issues. She is energised by helping clients navigate regulatory reform and shape strategies that stand up to scrutiny. ...

2024 was marked by significant developments in the energy sector, particularly in Western Australia, where we saw increasing interest in the decarbonisation market and renewable energy infrastructure. But some key challenges have inhibited ...

The scrutiny that investors and other stakeholders apply to boards and governance practices increased significantly in 2024. Some directors are telling us they're experiencing the most uncertain times in their board careers, impacted by ...

For the past few years, everyone has been talking optimistically about the growth of private credit in Australia. In 2024, private credit issuance dominated large cap deals in the Australian leveraged loan market. For the first time, there ...

This is Allens: Jacqueline Downes ...

I can't recall exactly how I was drawn to the law. Watching 12 Angry Men, Rumpole and Perry Mason may have played a part, but it has been a really varied experience with a lot of great challenge. I've not once regretted the decision to ...