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Mallesons

Government

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Australia


Mallesons

Rankings

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Government - Australia

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Mallesons is active at both Commonwealth and state government levels. The firm is especially well known for its handling of major infrastructure and procurement mandates, as well as for representing government bodies before inquiries and in class action litigation. The team also addresses a variety of fintech and technology issues, the latter including developments in the digital identity sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Mallesons assisted the Royal Commission in response to the alarming rates of suicide and suicidality within serving and ex-serving Australian military cohorts.

Strengths

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  • The Mallesons team was very experienced, knowledgeable and provided creative solutions in term of specialist corporate and commercial legal requirements.

    Government respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Mallesons have been excellent in providing the organisation, structure and strategy required to successfully conduct complex and significant litigation.

    Government respondentAsia-Pacific
  • The advice I receive from Mallesons is clear and actionable. Too often, commercial lawyers can be too esoteric in their advice, and I find the clarity in Mallesons' advice to be refreshing.

    Government respondentAsia-Pacific
  • The Mallesons Canberra disputes team provides a stellar service. They are responsive, always available and are technically brilliant too.

    Government respondentAsia-Pacific
  • I have great confidence that the Mallesons team knows very well the commercial markets that we operate in, and is able to translate that knowledge into relevant advice in a government context.

    Government respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Annabel Griffin
    Band 2Annabel Griffin

    Annabel Griffin

    Annabel Griffin is noted for her expertise in technology projects and procurement matters, in relation to which she often advises Commonwealth and state government clients.

    • Annabel Griffin provides superior specialist corporate and commercial legal advice.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Annabel has provided first-class advice and support. She has a collaborative style and builds an excellent rapport with myself and my team.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 2Stephen Jaggers
    Band 2Stephen Jaggers

    Stephen Jaggers

    Stephen Jaggers is a frequent adviser to the Commonwealth Government in relation to a range of matters, including procurement and investment.
    • Stephen is a trusted adviser to our business, who provides commercially focused advice that has enabled our organisation to achieve its objectives.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Stephen Jaggers has strong expertise in government and quasi-government issues, including investment matters. He provides great customer service and seeks ways to add value.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 4Jane Hider
    Band 4Jane Hider

    Jane Hider

    Jane Hider boasts two decades' experience as a lawyer working with government actors. She is particularly active in the infrastructure and construction spaces.
    • Jane is a very effective negotiator during difficult transactions.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Jane Hider provides highly sophisticated advice and service, demonstrating a very good understanding of our business and commercial awareness of the broader context in which we operate.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 4John Tuck
    Band 4John Tuck

    John Tuck

    John Tuck is well-regarded for his expertise relating to employment law and acts for a number of prominent state government clients.

    • John is a wise strategic adviser.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 4Rachael Lewis
    Band 4Rachael Lewis

    Rachael Lewis

    Rachael Lewis heads the firm's Canberra office and is recognised for advising Commonwealth Government departments on their ICT procurements and related contractual and service agreements.

    • Rachael Lewis is highly experienced and knowledgeable in her field. She is a lovely person to do business with.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Rachael is always practical, timely and constructive in her advice, delivering the best commercial outcome within our organisation's parameters.

      Government respondentAsia-Pacific

Ranked Individuals at Mallesons (5)

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