Dispute Resolution: The Bar
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Australia
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7 Wentworth Selborne is a well-regarded Sydney set that delivers advice and advocacy across the gamut of commercial and public law but is especially in demand for its provision of outstanding talent in the construction and infrastructure arenas, some 20 of the set's 60-odd barristers practising in this space. The chambers also fields several barristers with extensive class action experience. One source commented: "There is a good range of experience on the floor, including in insurance and general commercial work." Another client praised its quality, stating: "A very strong group of barristers." Managing clerk Simon Walker is the principal contact.
Notable Practitioners
Duncan Miller SC offers expertise acquired during more than 25 years of experience of construction litigation and arbitration, expertise which is particularly focussed when it comes to handling disputes arising from the construction of transport or resources-related infrastructure. Commentators regularly identify him as a leader in his field, likely to be seen on the highest-profile mandates.
"Market leader in all aspects."
"He is the leading construction silk in Australia; incredibly practical, experienced and prepared to get into the detail."
Brett Le Plastrier has impressed with his acumen in the area of construction, where he regularly represents clients on a variety of matters including defects and misleading and deceptive conduct.
"Brett is an outstanding advocate and a pleasure to work with."
Justin Hogan-Doran SC specialises in cross-border litigation and arbitration, and is regularly briefed on shipping and other transport-related disputes within this context.
Quintin Rares comes recommended by peers for the quality of his advice and advocacy. He has a general litigation practice and is especially strong in maritime cases, having appeared in the High Court and the Court of Appeal.
Jeremy Giles SC operates a remarkably varied practice covering a broad range of contractual, corporate, professional negligence and regulatory matters and embracing a significant class action component.
"He is a naturally talented oral advocate. Jeremy is extremely hardworking and very good at what he does."
Nuala Simpson enjoys a strong reputation at the Sydney construction Bar, where she specialises in the handling of complex construction and engineering mandates. She is additionally an experienced handler of class actions, with extensive Federal Court and Supreme Court of New South Wales experience.
"Nuala has an incredible depth of experience and attention to detail."
"Nuala is brilliant legally, has an amazing work ethic and is commercially very switched on."