Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Australia
Ranked Individuals
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White & Case's highly respected project finance and infrastructure team focuses on servicing the legal needs of major stakeholders on large infrastructure projects. The firm's clients include project financiers, sponsors and government bodies. It is active on matters relating to healthcare and public transport infrastructure, and is often instructed to assist with construction disputes and the financing of offshore wind farms.
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White & Case advised the Public Transport Authority of Western Australia on the procurement of high-capacity signalling for Perth’s Metronet rail network.
White & Case advised Neoen Australia on the refinancing arrangements and expansion of its existing portfolio of renewable assets.
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The team were key in providing strategic advice to drive positive commercial outcomes in the client's best interests. They provided comprehensive advice, addressing a significant level of complexity.
White & Case lawyers are strategic and very forward-looking. They put clients' objectives as a priority and ensure that all contracts receive the best terms and conditions available on the market.
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Brendan Quinn is widely acknowledged as a leading project finance lawyer, particularly where renewable energy-related developments are concerned, and is also noted for his handling of matters with cross-jurisdictional aspects. He is based in Melbourne.
Brendan Quinn demonstrated strong leadership and a very deep knowledge of the market locally and globally.
Brendan is extremely good to work with given his deep industry knowledge, technical and commercial skill and ability to lead teams of highly skilled lawyers.
Joel Rennie maintains a strong and versatile finance practice in the firm's Sydney office, often advising lenders and borrowers active in the renewable energy sphere.
Joel Rennie is fantastic to work with - a highly technical and capable partner. He's very highly regarded within our team due to his knowledge and skills.
Joel offers deep experience in the energy sector. He is a problem solver and very knowledgeable in areas of complicated law and structuring.
Josh Sgro advises on PPPs and strategic infrastructure projects across a range of sectors, including public transport, healthcare and education. He is based in Melbourne.
Josh Sgro is a very technical and capable partner. He's always great to work with.
Josh is an excellent lawyer.
Alan Rosengarten maintains an established practice in the transport infrastructure sphere from the firm's Melbourne office, frequently advising on road projects.
Alan Rosengarten demonstrated deep, detailed knowledge of business and project arrangements. He provided valuable, strategic insights.
Alan has done an exceptional job of protecting our interests under challenging circumstances. We really appreciate Alan's ability to provide strategic advice and drive positive commercial outcomes.
Brad Strahorn maintains a robust and well-regarded contentious practice from the firm's Sydney office, handling high-value construction disputes, including arbitrations, arising from the energy and resources and transportation sectors.
Joanne Draper is based in Melbourne and regularly advises clients involved in transport or health-related infrastructure projects.
Joanne is a great practitioner.
Joanne Draper is very strong, capable and commercial.
Kate Perumal is an experienced Sydney-based litigator who regularly acts for clients in claims and disputes that arise from construction and infrastructure projects.
Kate Perumal is a strong, strategic thinker who understands the commercial drivers of different players within the industry.
Kate Perumal is an outstanding operator.
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