This team retains its position in the upper echelons of the disputes market due to its “consistently top-quality service in terms of both expertise and timeliness.” It is currently involved in high-profile disputes for several large clients, including Telstra and BHP Billiton. It is advising the latter on ongoing litigation with Esso that stemmed from an explosion at a natural gas processing plant in Longford. Strategic counselling outside of the courtroom is another strength: the team assisted Sydney Airport in settling a dispute with contractors over the runway at Kingsford Smith Airport. The firm is also expanding its arbitration capabilities, particularly in the construction, insurance and reinsurance spheres.”
Chambers Global Guide 2008
“While its disputes practice in Australia may not be the largest, this has proved no bar to gaining roles on high-profile and precedent-setting cases. Strong on construction, IP, technology, competition, environment and tax disputes, this is a truly national practice, with each of its offices boasting comparable strength. The group's quality and breadth puts it in a strong position to take advantage of the expected growth in arbitration and regulatory investigations. The Hong Kong practice is also thriving and is seen on an increasing number of regional infrastructure arbitrations and financial disputes.”
PLC Which Lawyer? Global 50 2008
Mallesons Stephen Jaques’ Robyn Chalmers was highly recommended in the area of Life Sciences: Product liability by PLC Which Lawyer? Yearbook 2008.
Mallesons Stephen Jaques’ Robyn Chalmers was nominated as a leading individual in Legal Media Group’s 2008 Guide to the World's Leading Product liabilty Lawyers.
Mallesons Stephen Jaques’ John Waters was nominated as a leading individual in the area of Dispute resolution by Asia-Pacific Legal 500 2007-2008.
Mallesons Stephen Jaques’ Robyn Chalmers was highly recommended in the area of Dispute resolution by PLC Which Lawyer? Yearbook 2008.
Mallesons Stephen Jaques’ Mark Darian-Smith and John Waters were recommended in the area of Dispute resolution by PLC Which Lawyer? Yearbook 2008.
“Mallesons remains at the top of the tree, owing to the strength of its individuals and the sheer quality of instructions it wins.”
Chambers Global Guide 2006-2007