Government
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Australia
Band 2
Contact number
+61 2 9947 6000Chambers Review
Norton Rose Fulbright maintains an established team noted both for its regular representation of Commonwealth Government bodies and for its prominence on numerous state government panels, most notably in New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland. The practice offers a broad range of capabilities but stands out for particular expertise in the areas of litigation, procurement and ICT-related issues, as well as investigations, transportation and development projects.
Work Highlights
- Norton Rose Fulbright acted for the Australian corporate regulator the Australian Securities and Investments Commission in its proceeding against eleven former directors and officers of The Star Entertainment Group for breaches of their duties under s180 of the Corporations Act 2001.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The NRF team is well-led and represented."
"Norton Rose Fulbright has a track record of providing proven practical advice, having an experienced team and being subject matter expertise."
"The NRF team is well-led and represented."
"Norton Rose Fulbright has a track record of providing proven practical advice, having an experienced team and being subject matter expertise."
Notable Practitioners
Holly McAdam is highly regarded for her experience acting for Commonwealth Government clients on commercial and procurement matters.
Kevin Arkwright is well regarded for his expertise in relation to construction law and often advises Commonwealth and New South Wales Government clients.
"Kevin has always been a delight to work with. He has broad experience across the whole suite of documents and is very responsive to our requests and time-frames."
Richard Morrison is noted for his work on commercial procurement issues, particularly with regard to ICT programmes and is based in the firm's Canberra office.