White-Collar Crime & Corporate Investigations
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Australia
Band 2
Email address
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+61 2 9210 6500Chambers Review
Corrs Chambers Westgarth fields a versatile practice noted for white-collar crime-related expertise in sectors such as construction, energy and resources, and financial services, handling both investigatory and compliance issues. The firm often acts on matters involving allegations of bribery, corruption and misconduct. It is also noted for its independence from global structures and consequent freedom to partner with a wide range of international firms on cross-border mandates. Clients include international corporates, major banks and accounting firms, such as ME Bank, Google and Robodebt Commonwealth Royal Commission.
Work Highlights
- Corrs Chambers Westgarth advised ME Bank on the prosecution of charges in the Federal Court of Australia regarding false or misleading representations in connection with the supply of financial services.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The attorneys are extremely knowledgeable, supportive, detail-oriented and can effectively and efficiently handle very complex matters."
"The Corrs team are, as a whole, extremely reliable, responsive to client requests and queries, and highly skilled at managing large-scale investigations and proceedings."
"The attorneys are extremely knowledgeable, supportive, detail-oriented and can effectively and efficiently handle very complex matters."
"The Corrs team are, as a whole, extremely reliable, responsive to client requests and queries, and highly skilled at managing large-scale investigations and proceedings."
Notable Practitioners
Craig Phillips is well regarded in the market as a leading litigator in the white-collar crime and corporate investigations space, often acting for clients on investigations and proceedings involving regulatory bodies.
Abigail Gill is a respected practitioner who often acts for clients on investigations involving allegations of bribery, corruption and other corporate criminal issues.
"Abigail is well versed on applying the law in a commercial context. She is experienced in a broad range of issues."