Piper Alderman

Managing Partner: Tony Britten-Jones

Number of Partners: 87

Australian Offices: 6

Adelaide, Brisbane, Darwin, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Piper Alderman is a leading Australian law firm trusted by clients for complex legal matters, high-stakes transactions and critical disputes. The firm offers direct access to senior expertise, ensuring strategic, practical advice and timely responses. With a collaborative, outcome-focused approach, Piper Alderman delivers cost certainty and value through flexible fee arrangements. Its national presence across Adelaide, Brisbane, Darwin, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney enables a seamless service, fostering enduring client relationships built on trust and mutual success.

Corporate

Key Contacts: James Macdonald, Principal (Melbourne) & James Dickson, Partner (Adelaide)

Email: jmacdonald@piperalderman.com.au | jdickson@piperalderman.com.au

Piper Alderman’s Corporate team is trusted for delivering successful outcomes on complex transactions and governance matters. The firm advises across all stages of corporate development, helping clients seize opportunities, manage risk and achieve strategic goals. Known for practical, cost-effective solutions, the partner-led team works closely with clients to ensure clarity and confidence in decision-making. Integrated with tax, competition, real estate, banking, disputes, IP, IT and employment specialists, Piper Alderman provides comprehensive, business-focused advice that drives growth and protects value.

Dispute Resolution & Litigation

Key Contact: Martin del Gallego, Partner (Sydney)

Email: mdelgallego@piperalderman.com.au

Piper Alderman’s Dispute Resolution and Litigation team is recognised for achieving successful outcomes in complex, high-value disputes. The firm helps clients minimise risk, protect reputations and resolve matters efficiently through tailored strategies, whether in court or via alternative dispute resolution. With deep expertise across industries including resources, health, construction, securities and insolvency, the team delivers practical, cost-effective solutions aligned with business objectives. Clients trust Piper Alderman for decisive action in urgent cases, class actions and enforcement matters, with representation in mediations, arbitrations, tribunals and all Australian courts.

Employment Relations

Key Contact: Tim Capelin, Partner (Sydney)

Email: tcapelin@piperalderman.com.au

Piper Alderman’s Employment Relations team assists organisations achieve stability and success by resolving workplace issues quickly and effectively. The team provides strategic advice on performance management, enterprise bargaining, workplace investigations and compliance, aiming to prevent disputes and protect organisational culture. When litigation or industrial action is unavoidable, Piper Alderman maximises the chances of success while keeping business objectives front of mind. Known for responsiveness and clear, practical guidance, the team partners with clients across commercial, not-for-profit and government sectors to deliver cost-effective solutions that minimise disruption and support long-term workforce strategies.

Financial Services

Key Contact: Shannon Adams, Partner (Adelaide)

Email: sadams@piperalderman.com.au

Piper Alderman’s Banking and Financial Services team helps clients navigate complex regulatory and commercial challenges with confidence. Combining deep sector expertise, risk management insight and innovative thinking, the firm delivers practical solutions that enhance efficiency and future-proof businesses. The team advises banks, mutuals, credit unions, financial institutions and private clients on specialised lending, project and property finance, derivatives, funds management and compliance. Integrated with corporate, commercial, IP and employment specialists, Piper Alderman provides a seamless, full-service offering. Clients trust the team for responsive, strategic advice that mitigates risk, protects value and drives successful outcomes in a rapidly evolving market.

Fintech

Key Contact: Steven Pettigrove, Partner (Melbourne)

Email: spettigrove@piperalderman.com.au

Piper Alderman’s FinTech team is recognised as a market leader in blockchain and cryptocurrency law, helping clients harness innovation while navigating complex regulation. The firm advises start-ups and established businesses on structuring, compliance, capital raising and risk management, delivering practical solutions that enable growth and protect value. With expertise spanning financial services, tax, privacy, AML/CTF and technology contracts, the team ensures clients stay ahead in a rapidly evolving sector. Integrated with corporate and commercial specialists, Piper Alderman provides strategic, cost-effective advice that supports successful market entry, efficient operations and long-term business objectives in the dynamic FinTech landscape.

Intellectual Property & Technology

Key Contacts: Tim Clark, Partner (Melbourne) & Tim O'Callaghan, Partner (Adelaide)

Email: tclark@piperalderman.com.au (Technology) | tocallaghan@piperalderman.com.au (IP)

Piper Alderman’s Intellectual Property & Technology team helps clients protect, commercialise and leverage innovation to achieve business success. The firm provides strategic advice on patents, trade marks, copyright, designs and confidential information, as well as technology agreements, licensing and R&D collaborations. Known for practical, commercially focused solutions, the team assists with IP protection strategies, infringement litigation and complex ICT procurement. Clients across sectors such as biotechnology, ICT and clean technology trust Piper Alderman to mitigate risk, safeguard assets and maximise value. Integrated expertise ensures tailored, cost-effective outcomes that support growth and competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Private Client Services

Key Contact: Donna Benge, Partner (Adelaide)

Email: dbenge@piperalderman.com.au

Piper Alderman’s Private Client Services team helps individuals, families and trustees protect wealth and achieve long-term goals through tailored and discreet legal solutions. The firm advises on succession and estate planning, asset protection, trusts, taxation, superannuation and charitable foundations, ensuring strategies align with personal and business objectives. When disputes arise, Piper Alderman combines deep expertise in estate and trust litigation with a focus on resolution. Working collaboratively with clients’ advisers, the team delivers practical, cost-effective outcomes that safeguard assets, minimise risk and preserve family harmony across domestic and international jurisdictions.

Projects, Infrastructure & Construction

Key Contact: Martin Lovell, Partner (Adelaide)

Email: mlovell@piperalderman.com.au

Piper Alderman’s Projects, Infrastructure & Construction team assists clients plan, deliver and manage complex projects across energy, resources, infrastructure, defence, government and technology sectors. The firm provides end-to-end support throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and procurement to contract negotiation, delivery and dispute resolution. With expertise in collaborative arrangements, EPC, EPCM, PPP and other delivery models, the team ensures risk is managed and commercial objectives are achieved. Integrated with finance, property and corporate specialists, Piper Alderman delivers practical, cost-effective solutions that drive successful outcomes for major projects while safeguarding timelines, budgets and long-term value.

Property & Development

Key Contact: Tony Britten-Jones, Partner (Adelaide)

Email: tbrittenjones@piperalderman.com.au

Piper Alderman’s Property & Development team delivers practical, commercially driven solutions for complex property transactions and development projects. The firm advises investors, developers, corporates and government bodies across all sectors, including commercial, industrial, retail, residential, hospitality and aged care. Known for a ‘concept to completion’ approach, the team manages risk and ensures smooth execution from due diligence and planning through to deal structuring and completion. Integrated with tax, finance and corporate specialists, Piper Alderman provides end-to-end support on acquisitions, disposals, leasing, joint ventures and compliance, helping clients achieve strategic objectives and maximise value in a dynamic property market.

Restructuring & Insolvency

Key Contact: Michael Lhuede, Partner (Melbourne)

Email: mlhuede@piperalderman.com.au

Piper Alderman’s Restructuring & Insolvency team supports its clients to manage financial distress and achieve optimal outcomes in challenging circumstances. The firm advises insolvency practitioners, banks, secured creditors, directors and boards on restructuring strategies, enforcement actions and compliance, including safe harbour trading. With expertise across corporate and personal insolvency, Piper Alderman delivers practical, cost-effective solutions that protect value and mitigate risk. The team acts on complex administrations and cross-border matters, leveraging integrated support from property, construction, corporate and finance specialists. Recognised nationally for technical excellence and commercial insight, Piper Alderman ensures clients navigate insolvency with clarity and confidence.

Services

• Banking & Finance
• Blockchain
• Class Actions
• Competition & Trade
• Corporate & Commercial
• Dispute Resolution & Litigation
• Employment & Labour
• Estate & Succession Planning
• Intellectual Property & Technology
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Planning & Environment
• Property & Development
• Projects, Infrastructure & Construction
• Restructuring & Insolvency
• Taxation

Sectors

• Aged Care & Senior Living
• Agriculture & Food
• Defence
• Education
• Energy & Resources
• Financial Services
• FinTech
• Government
• Health & Life Sciences
• Hospitality, Gaming & Tourism
• Infrastructure
• IT & Telecommunications
• Not-for-Profit
• Private Clients
• Real Estate
• Transport & Logistics

Adelaide

Level 16, 70 Franklin Street

Adelaide SA 5000

T +61 8 8205 3333

Brisbane

Level 26, Riparian Plaza

71 Eagle Street

Brisbane QLD 4000

T +61 7 3220 7777

Darwin

Level 4, 66 Smith Street

Darwin NT 0800

T +61 8 7903 0200

Melbourne

Level 23, 459 Collins Street

Melbourne VIC 3000

T +61 3 8665 5555

Perth

Level 27, Exchange Tower

2 The Esplanade

Perth WA 6000

T +61 8 9219 3600

Sydney

Level 23, Governor Macquarie Tower

1 Farrer Place

Sydney NSW 2000

T +61 2 9253 9999