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Corrs Chambers Westgarth

White-Collar Crime & Corporate Investigations

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Corrs Chambers Westgarth

Rankings

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White-Collar Crime & Corporate Investigations - Australia

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

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.

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Work Highlights

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  • Corrs Chambers Westgarth has assisted the Commissioner of New South Wales Police in their response to the Special Commission of Inquiry into LGBTIQ hate crimes.

Strengths

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  • The firm delivered outstanding performance across every aspect of the engagement. Its work was thorough, well-reasoned and clearly articulated.

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  • Corrs understands our risk appetite, our preferred tone for internal and external communications and how we prefer to manage our engagements.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Abigail Gill
    Abigail Gill

    Abigail Gill

    Abigail Gill is a respected practitioner who often acts for clients on investigations involving allegations of bribery, corruption and other corporate criminal issues.
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  • Craig Phillips
    Craig Phillips

    Craig Phillips

    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.

    • Craig Phillips narrows in on the issue very quickly. He is very commercial and practical.

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    • Craig was excellent to deal with and has a wonderful communication style. He is commercial and client-focused.

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  • Simon Johnson
    Simon Johnson

    Simon Johnson

    Simon is experienced in handling investigations, regulatory defence proceedings and white-collar crime litigation, particularly within the technology and fintech sectors.

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Ranked Individuals at Corrs Chambers Westgarth (3)

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