Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Australia
Ranked Individual
Provided by Clayton Utz
The Clayton Utz International Trade practice consists of experts across various legal fields, with the expertise and knowledge to help clients navigate transactions within a global business environment.
We are there at every stage of our client's business cycle to offer guidance on trade laws and regulations across the world, while making sure risks are managed – and opportunities maximised – each step of the way. We'll help clients understand and protect their rights under Australia's bilateral and multilateral treaties and Free Trade Agreements, through to the laws that affect domestic and foreign manufacturers, importers and exporters, anti-dumping and customs law, and manage exposure to foreign and local bribery laws and security issues in foreign jurisdictions.
Clients operating in global markets trust us for our expertise in operational risk management and international trade sanctions, which are increasing integral aspects of conducing business across international borders.
Provided by Chambers
Clayton Utz fields an established practice, covering a wide scope of trade work. It is especially active on anti-dumping investigations, with further expertise across import-export issues, customs, risk management and regulatory work. The law firm advises clients across a range of sectors including the energy, logistics and steel industries.
Provided by Chambers
Clayton Utz is distinguished by its ability to navigate high-stakes, emotionally charged shareholder disputes with clarity, strategy and commercial focus.
The team at Clayton Utz provides pragmatic and commercially informed advice.
Provided by Chambers
Zac Chami leads the practice from the Sydney office and is a frequent adviser to clients on contentious trade matters, including anti-dumping and countervailing issues, often acting for clients from the energy and steel industries, amongst others. Having previously served as a Commonwealth legal officer, he is particularly well-placed to advise clients on their interactions with government officials.
Zac stands out for his calm, strategic approach and ability to see several moves ahead.
Zac provides dependable and timely advice that clients appreciate and can use to plan their entry into the Australia market.
Head of International Trade/WTO
Provided by Clayton Utz
David Benson
Samy Mansour
Hiroyuki Kano
Tessa Trend
George Pasas
Global 2026
Practice area: International Trade/WTO
Location: Australia
View department profile for Global 2026
Chambers is the leading data and intelligence partner for the legal sector.
