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Clayton Utz

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The Clayton Utz Government team is trusted by Commonwealth, State and Local government entities with their most difficult and complex matters, they deliver outstanding service on some of the highest profile public sector matters across a wide range of disputes and every facet of public and commercial law, as well as major road, rail and social infrastructure projects.

Many of the lawyers with the team have come from government entities and / or have spent time on secondment in a range of government entities. This enables the team to provide our clients with a unique insight into the inner workings and the specific issues that government face.

The team has a proven track record of meeting government requirements in terms of transparency, accountability and probity our advice accords with constitutional, legislative and ethical obligations. 

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  • Aviation
  • Construction, Infrastructure and Project Finance
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Employment
  • Intellectual property
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Government - Australia

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Clayton Utz offers a substantial, highly experienced bench, which is consistently recognised as one of the foremost providers of advice to government bodies in Australia, and handles matters for major federal departments, state governments and a wide range of local authorities. The firm's comprehensive coverage of public sector issues includes a particularly renowned specialism in the area of major infrastructure projects. The practice is further noted for its ability to engage with especially complex or potentially contentious questions.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clayton Utz advised Australian Rail Track, successfully obtaining orders striking out a challenge in the Supreme Court of Victoria regarding the legality of significant infrastructure upgrades to the Inland Rail track in Glenrowan, Victoria.

Strengths

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  • The firm's strengths include their attention to detail, knowledge of governance, particularly within large government agencies, and their flexibility.

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  • Clayton Utz have seamless coordination across multiple areas of law. They are able to provide an unrivalled understanding of Queensland Government policy, timeframes and drivers.

    Government respondentAsia-Pacific

  • Agreement drafting is always well crafted to be succinct and on point.

    Government respondentAsia-Pacific

  • Clayton Utz offers good client focus, direct and frank advice and a willingness to complete work to a very high standard.

    Government respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Caroline Bush
    Caroline Bush

    Caroline Bush

    Caroline Bush has extensive experience as a litigator who acts for government clients on administrative law and commercial disputes.

    • Caroline acts for the Commonwealth and has done some big, high-profile litigation.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific
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  • Amanda Story
    Amanda Story

    Amanda Story

    Amanda Story is recognised for her focus on matters relating to technology and telecommunications procurement for Commonwealth Government clients.

    • Amanda Story was always pleasant, approachable and flexible to client needs.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Amanda is a top-tier commercial lawyer and very easy to work with.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific

    • She is simply superb and is really well regarded by Commonwealth Government clients.

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  • Steven Power
    Steven Power

    Steven Power

    Steven Power is particularly respected for his experience acting for the Department of Defence, which he assists in relation to procurement matters.

    • Steven Power is very well regarded.

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  • Ashley Tsacalos
    Ashley Tsacalos

    Ashley Tsacalos

    Ashley Tsacalos is recognised for his substantial presence in New South Wales, where he assists government clients with a variety of complex contentious issues. He attracts praise for his strong track record advising on royal commissions and public inquiries.

    • Ashley is a star and a very effective operator.

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  • Cain Sibley
    Cain Sibley

    Cain Sibley

    Cain Sibley has expertise with regard to administrative law and litigation and is a frequent adviser to a variety of government clients.

    • Cain Sibley is excellent.

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  • Graham Read
    Graham Read

    Graham Read

    Graham Read is a notable construction lawyer who is based in Sydney and frequently assists government clients on both the Commonwealth and state levels on non-contentious matters.

    • Graham Read is a good operator.

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  • Angie Freeman
    Angie Freeman

    Angie Freeman

    Angie Freeman is noted for her work in the procurement sphere, and frequently assists government clients with IT projects and outsourcing services.

    • Angie is excellent and always offers sound and reliable advice.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific

    • I value Angie's expertise in the corporate space.

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  • Barry Dunphy
    Barry Dunphy

    Barry Dunphy

    Barry Dunphy is based in Brisbane and is noted for his work acting for Queensland Government clients, as well as the Commonwealth Government. His expertise covers regulatory and public law issues.

    • Barry Dunphy is absolutely superb.

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  • Jamie Doran
    Jamie Doran

    Jamie Doran

    Jamie Doran is experienced in acting for the Commonwealth, state and local governments in relation to procurement, funding and commercial matters.

    • Jamie is a trusted adviser.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Jamie Doran's client care and knowledge are standouts.

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