LAWYER PROFILE

Luke Hastings

Asia-Pacific 2026

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Financial Services Regulation

Australia

15 years ranked

Dispute Resolution

Australia

15 years ranked

About

Provided by Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Practice Areas

- Financial services regulatory

- Commercial litigation

- White collar crime and government investigations

- Corporate

- Mergers and acquisitions

Career

Luke is a partner based in our Sydney office. Luke works in the Dispute Resolution practice and focuses on contentious financial services regulatory matters. Luke has a wealth of litigation and corporate experience, and focuses in contentious financial services regulatory matters. He works closely with his colleagues in the firm’s global FSR team. His advice is also sought by public and private sector clients from a range of industries on appeals, class actions, commissions of inquiry, constitutional challenges, and mergers and acquisitions. Luke regularly contributes articles to industry and legal journals and is the author of ‘Enforcing the Continuous Disclosure Regime – Three Case Studies’ in Regulation, Litigation and Enforcement by Michael Legg.

For additional information on Luke’s professional background, please visit: https://www.hsfkramer.com/our-people/l/luke-hastings

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Asia & Pacific

Financial Services Regulation - Australia

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Luke Hastings is widely regarded as a leading litigator in the financial services regulation space. He frequently advises international banks, among other major financial services clients, in relation to a variety of contentions matters, including ASIC investigations.

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Dispute Resolution - Australia

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Luke Hastings commands widespread recognition in the regulatory litigation space, with a much-prized familiarity with the inside workings of both banks and regulatory authorities informing his strategic insight. He is based in Sydney.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Luke's considered approach and his deep knowledge of legal and regulatory matters have made him a trusted advisor that we value.
Financial Services RegulationChambers Asia & Pacific
Luke's mastery of his brief, his strategic acumen and unwavering dedication to achieving the best possible results make him the preferred choice for clients facing complex regulatory investigations.
Financial Services RegulationChambers Asia & Pacific
Luke's deep technical expertise ensures he provides valuable insights, advice and practical solutions to navigate highly complex regulatory issues with clarity and confidence.
Dispute ResolutionChambers Asia & Pacific