Chambers Review
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Government - Australia
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.
Strengths
The firm's strengths include their attention to detail, knowledge of governance, particularly within large government agencies, and their flexibility.
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.
Agreement drafting is always well crafted to be succinct and on point.
Clayton Utz offers good client focus, direct and frank advice and a willingness to complete work to a very high standard.
Work Highlights
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.
Notable practitioners
Caroline acts for the Commonwealth and has done some big, high-profile litigation.
Amanda Story was always pleasant, approachable and flexible to client needs.
Amanda is a top-tier commercial lawyer and very easy to work with.
She is simply superb and is really well regarded by Commonwealth Government clients.
Steven Power is very well regarded.
Ashley is a star and a very effective operator.
Cain Sibley is excellent.
Graham Read is a good operator.
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.
I value Angie's expertise in the corporate space.
Barry Dunphy is absolutely superb.
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.
Jamie Doran's client care and knowledge are standouts.
