Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Australia
Ranked Individual
Provided by Maddocks
The Planning & Environment team at Maddocks is one of the biggest in Australia. With that comes an unrivalled depth of experience and the ability to advise on the complete range of planning transactions.
Environmental concerns are now a large part of most government and business transactions. Our incisive and strategic management of these concerns is a large part of the work we do. We also provide sustainability, emissions trading, climate change, water and energy advice.
We deliver to local, state and Commonwealth clients, as well as private sector businesses and regulators, clear, practical and actionable solutions that help these organisations find a pathway to the successful completion of projects.
Planning issues we advise on include strategic guidance to navigate the latest legal and regulatory changes, the entire development and approval process, Crown land issues and planning permits and schemes.
When it comes to the environment, our expertise spans land management, including access, contamination remediation and Aboriginal and cultural heritage disputes. We’re also relied on to advise on the interplay between Commonwealth and state laws.
Provided by Chambers
Maddocks fields notable expertise in relation to environmental law, including on matters involving land contamination and the environmental aspects of resources projects. The team is able to assist clients on both contentious and advisory mandates. Maddocks is frequently engaged by local councils as well as other government clients.
Provided by Chambers
Maddocks acted for Airservices in a project addressing the contamination of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances at over 30 airports across Australia.
Provided by Chambers
The team at the firm are very experienced and pragmatic in planning and environment litigation.
Maddocks had exceptional customer service and communication.
Provided by Chambers
Patrick Ibbotson is based in Sydney and is highly regarded for his expertise in contamination and environmental regulatory compliance issues, receiving regular instructions from government entities at Commonwealth, State and local levels.
Patrick has a wealth of knowledge. His advice is practical and provides a level of insight not seen elsewhere.
Patrick Ibbotson stands out for his ability to combine deep subject matter expertise with a highly pragmatic and solutions-focused approach.
Environment & Planning
Provided by Maddocks
Patrick Ibbotson
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