Restructuring/Insolvency - Australia
What the Team is Known For
Lavan's experienced team offers expertise in various insolvency-related matters in Western Australia. The firm acts for appointees, company directors, creditors and other market participants on restructurings. Its team is able to assist clients with insolvency disputes as well as non-contentious issues and particularly experienced in the handling of matters linked to the resources sector.
Strengths
"Lavan delivered more than we expected. The firm provided very quick responses to any kind of communications and its commercial awareness is very strong."
Work Highlights
Lavan acted for Korda Mentha as the voluntary administrators of the Yeeda Cattle Station.
Notable Practitioners
Joe Abberton is well-reputed in the Perth market for a range of restructuring and insolvency work. He advises investors, creditors and insolvency practitioners across transactions, debt restructuring and recovery as well as administrations and liquidations. "Joe is super knowledgeable, as well as a proactive and creative thinker." "He's always five minutes ahead of everybody else in thinking through a problem or strategy. Once engaged on a case, he never stops thinking about it. He is single-minded in pursuing client objectives."