Restructuring/Insolvency
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Australia
Band 3
Email address
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+61 2 9210 6500Chambers Review
The Corrs Chambers Westgarth practice is especially noted for effective handling of securities enforcement litigation and distressed debt refinancings. The team deploys industry-specific knowledge on restructurings, insolvencies and workouts in the mining, real estate, logistics and financial services sectors. Its clients include overseas hedge funds and private equity houses, as well as companies in distress and leading insolvency advisers and banks. Its key clients include Infrastructure NSW, McGrathNicol and Laing O’Rourke.
Work Highlights
- Corrs Chambers Westgarth advised the Commonwealth Bank of Australia on its secured financial exposure to the 'Kids Club' group of companies.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They're very good – very commercial, very driven and very attentive to client needs."
"Their expertise, ability to articulate complex situations and timely advice have been key in extracting favourable outcomes."
"They're very good – very commercial, very driven and very attentive to client needs."
"Their expertise, ability to articulate complex situations and timely advice have been key in extracting favourable outcomes."
Notable Practitioners
Michelle Dean advises on disputes involving voluntary administrations, debt recoveries, restructures and distressed investments.
"Her approach is responsive, helpful, thorough, and sensitive to reputational elements. I highly recommend Michelle for her wise and experienced legal counsel."