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DARWIN, NT 0801
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Australia > Dispute resolution: arbitration Tier 2
Cris Cureton leads the arbitration group at Squire Patton Boggs from Sydney, bringing expertise in both international and domestic arbitration, with an emphasis on the construction, energy and mining sectors. In Perth, Greg Steinepreis has particular expertise in disputes arising in the gas and natural resources industries. Director Vicky Kossaris is a key name in Darwin, and Sydney managing partner Graeme Slattery is noted for his corporate arbitration experience.Practice head(s):
Cris Cureton
Other key lawyers:
Greg Steinepreis; David Starkoff; Graeme Slattery; Vicky Kossaris
Key clients
AustSino Limited
Kingdom of Spain
MSP Engineering
Work highlights
Australia > Energy (transactions and regulatory) Tier 4
Squire Patton Boggs‘ bi-coastal energy and natural resources offering utilises its broad corporate and projects expertise to advise on a vast range of mandates relating to renewables, oil and gas, LNG, transitional fuels. Simon Adams in Perth and Sydney-based Natalie Lonergan both exhibit deep experience in project structuring, acquisitions and divestments, jointly leading the team.Practice head(s):
Simon Adams; Natalie Lonergan
Key clients
Subsea7
Synergy
TransAlta
Tamboran
Pilot Energy
PZE Limited
Denison Gas
POSCO
RATCH Australia
Work highlights
- Advising Subsea7 on the establishment of joint ventures with Spark Infrastructure and Simply Blue Group and on the joint application for several Licences for Offshore Wind in the Offshore Hunter and Illawarra regions of New South Wales.
- Acting for Synergy in relation to the negotiation of a long-term gas supply agreement and related electricity price reset under long term power offtake agreement, both with NewGen Kwinana.
- Advising Denison Gas on the Australian aspects of the Prospectus, Legal Due Diligence Reports, Legal Opinions and other materials to enable the listing of Denison Gas on the Singapore Exchange.
Australia > IT and telecoms Tier 4
Squire Patton Boggs services international and domestic clients, offering legal advice across tech matters, covering cybersecurity, digital media, AI and fintech. The work is overseen by James Konidaris, who often deals with high-profile global tech companies and leading TMT providers, along with Richard W Horton, who works with start-ups and emerging companies from key industries such as software, biotechnology and robotics.Practice head(s):
James Konadiris; Richard Horton
Key clients
Akamai
Aware Services Pty Ltd
Epirus Inc.
International Technology Group
Morse Micro Pty Ltd
Salesforce
Singular Health Group Ltd
Swarmfarm Robotics Pty Ltd
Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Bahrain
Work highlights
- Advised Swarmfarm Robotics on the A$12m Series A funding round for an Agtech robotics provider.
- Advised Morse Micro in relation to its A$170m Series B funding round.
- Advised Salesforce on compliance with the new EU Electronics Communications Code and international communications law requirements in 75 jurisdictions worldwide, including Australia.
Australia > Labour and employment Tier 4
A range of Australian, multinational, private and ASX-listed corporations from the retail, mining, oil and gas, entertainment and telecoms sectors turn to Squire Patton Boggs for advice on contentious and non-contentious employment matters. The Sydney office fields key practitioner Nicola Martin, who takes the lead on whistleblowing, modern slavery and sexual harassment cases, and Erin Kidd, who acts for employers before state and federal courts. Kim Hodge practices in Perth; his practice is focused on industrial relations strategy and enterprise agreement negotiations.Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Nicola Martin and Erin Kidd give very practical advice and are fully across the changing landscape of employment law in Australia.’
‘The Squires team are really easy to get along with and understand our industry very well.’
‘Nicola and Erin are my go-to lawyers for great labour law advice. They are responsive, give clear, detailed advice that provides me with a practical way forward, not just an analysis of the law. ’
‘Responsiveness, quality of advice, good value.’
Key clients
Aware Services
Metals Acquisition Corp
Zurich
Live Nation
Hospitals Contribution Fund (HCF)
Northwest Pilots Pty Ltd a/t/f Port Hedland Pilots
BCI Minerals
Rio Tinto
Core Lithium
Prudential Group Investment Management (PGIM)
TATA Telecommunications
Allegis Group
Victaulic Australia
Square Kilometre Array Observatory (SKAO)
Work highlights
Australia > Natural resources (transactions and regulatory) Tier 4
Squire Patton Boggs‘ offering spans both coasts in Australia and meshes corporate and projects expertise with expertise in the renewables, oil and gas, LNG, hydrogen, CCS/CCUS, minerals, power and energy storage sectors. Key figures include corporate law experts Tony Chong in Perth and Michael Gajic in Sydney. The multidisciplinary group as a whole continues to grow its transport practice alongside its mining, energy and renewables work.Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Metals Acquisition Corporation
Thiess
ITOCHU Corporation
Tyler Huang
Argonaut Resources
Forico
Denison Gas
Work highlights
- Advised US-based, NYSE-listed SPAC, Metals Acquisition Corporation (MAC) on its acquisition of the CSA Copper Mine (the CSA Mine).
- Advised Thiess on its AU$350m off-market takeover bid to acquire ASX-listed MACA Limited, Western Australia’s fourth largest contractor and largest mining services business (according to Business News’ Data & Insights), with more than 3000 employees.
- Advising ITOCHU Corporation which, through a wholly owned subsidiary ITOCHU Minerals & Energy of Australia Pty Ltd (IMEA), on incorporating and funding a special purpose vehicle, IMEA Canada Inc., to purchase 49.6% of the issued share capital of investment management company, 9404-5515 Quebec Inc (Quebec Inc.) from EQP Cooperatief U.A.
Australia > Real estate Tier 4
Noted for its capabilities in commercial and retail leasing, Squire Patton Boggs is a strong choice for global retailers, institutional investors and real estate owners and investors. Dannelle Howley leads the team from Sydney and specialises in real estate transactions, while Mark Palermo in Perth is experienced in real estate developments and joint venture contracting.Practice head(s):
Dannelle Howley
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team are fantastic. They provide consistent high quality and valued legal work in a prompt and efficient manner.’
‘They are totally focused on clients’ interests.’
‘Deep understanding and experience of the real estate sector.’
‘Timely advice, quick turnaround, attention to detail, and a pragmatic approach to all issues and contexts surrounding dealings.’
‘Commercial, responsive, and outcome driven.’
‘Dannelle Howley is extremely talented. She is personable, caring, understands her clients and works extremely hard. She is totally dedicated to her job and clients’.
‘Dannelle Howley and her team are very effective and accessible.’
‘Mark Palermo is outstanding; he knows our business very well and we value how he can pre-empt what legal advice and issues we need help navigating.’
Key clients
Alkane Resources
Australian Strategic Materials
AXA Investment Managers
Development WA
Autoleague Australia
Brookfield Properties
Far East Consortium
La Vie Hotels
Macquarie Group
LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH)
Ark Capital Partners
Australia > Corporate and M&A Tier 5
Squire Patton Boggs acts for both buyers and sellers on a range of transactions, from mergers and de-mergers to joint ventures and privatisations. The corporate team is renowned for its ability to navigate cross-border transactions, especially those within the technology, energy, media and life sciences sectors. Tony Chong, who leads from Perth, is a first point of contact to a host of domestic and international corporates and high-net-worth individuals.Practice head(s):
Tony Chong
Other key lawyers:
Campbell Davidson; Michael Gajic; Chris Rosario; Blair Strickland
Testimonials
‘We have a great working relationship with Tony Chong and Blair Strickland. We have been extremely impressed with the knowledge, availability for new and existing engagements, and their relationship with our clients.’
Key clients
Animoca Brands Ltd
Aware Services
DVG Mining Services Pty Ltd
IDOM Automotive Group/Gulliver Automotive Pty Ltd
Live Nation
Metals Acquisition Corporation
Mainetec Pty Ltd
Omni Dental & Aesthetic Solutions Dental
Ricardo
Singular Health Group Ltd
Thiess
Work highlights
- Advised NYSE-listed Metals Acquisition Corporation in relation to its acquisition of the CSA Copper Mine for total consideration of $1.1bn.
- Advised Thiess on its A$350m off-market takeover bid to acquire ASX-listed MACA.
- Advised IDOM on the sale of its Australian operations to Swift Holdings Investments.
Australia > Dispute resolution: litigation Tier 5
Squire Patton Boggs‘ litigation and international dispute resolution teams acts across Sydney, Perth and Darwin in conjunction with the firm’s wider global offering. The group's particular strength lies in acting for businesses and high-net-worth individuals, including notable strength in construction-related disputes. Graeme Slattery leads the team from Sydney and Perth, and Cris Cureton is a noted practitioner in Sydney and Darwin.Practice head(s):
Graeme Slattery
Other key lawyers:
Cris Cureton; Michael Ferguson; Greg Steinepreis; Caroline Brown; David Starkoff; Hazel Brewer; Rebecca Heath; Melissa Koo; Jon Baker
Testimonials
‘Graeme Slattery is solutions-focused, commercial and always available. Fast turnaround when required. Jon Baker has great knowledge of the law, attention to detail and is always available. Both make a great team.’
‘Graeme Slattery and Jon Baker are exceptional lawyers and the “go to” dispute resolution team. They always deliver.’
‘Rebecca Heath – client focused, understands the particulars of our business, builds relationships.’
Key clients
Alvo Minerals Ltd
AustSino Limited
Bentley Capital Ltd
Big Start Capital Ltd
Cockburn Cement
Controlled Thermal Resources Ltd
Kingdom of Spain
Melbourne Olympiad Development (MOD)
Metso Outotec
Northern Territory of Australia
Port Headland Pilots
Work highlights
- Advising AustSino Resources Group Ltd in relation to foreshadowed proceedings by Sundance against AustSino in relation to the alleged expropriation of one of Sundance subsidiary’s iron ore mining tenements.
- Advising Cockburn Cement in two prosecutions under the Environmental Protection Act 1986 (WA).
- Acting for the Kingdom of Spain in relation to applications in the Federal Court of Australia to recognise three substantial awards under the Energy Charter Treaty.
Australia > Infrastructure projects and construction Tier 5
Recognised for its strong capabilities in the energy and mining sectors, Squire Patton Boggs boasts front-end construction expertise spanning all forms of construction ducumentation, project delivery and PPP. Key figures in the Perth office include Greg Steinepreis, Brent Henderson, Melissa Koo, Cris Cureton and David Starkoff.Practice head(s):
Greg Steinepreis; Brent Henderson, Melissa Koo; Cris Cureton; David Starkoff
Key clients
Alkane Resources Limited
BR Durham & Sons Pty Ltd
Denison Gas Limited
Far East Consortium – Perth Hub development
Far East Organisation
Ferrovial Gamuda JV
Fortescue Future Industries (FFI)
Gamuda (Australia) Pty Ltd
Gunlake Concrete NSW Pty Ltd
Pilot Energy
PZE Limited
Square Kilometre Array Organisation (SKA)
Subsea7
Talison Lithium
Tianqi Lithium Kwinana Pty Ltd
Veolia Central and Eastern Europe (the Project Proponent)
Work highlights
- Advising Talison Lithium on its lithium mine and processing operation at Greenbushes in the South West of Western Australia.
- Advising Fortescue Future Industries on the drafting and negotiation of the $83 million design, supply, install and commission contract for the first stage of the Green Energy Manufacturing Centre in Gladstone, Queensland.
- Advising the Square Kilometre Array Organisation, an intergovernmental global organisation headquartered in the UK, in relation to the Square Kilometre Array project in Australia.
Australia > Transport: shipping
Australia > Restructuring and insolvency
Squire Patton Boggs > Firm Profile
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Partner, Corporate | Simon Rear | simon.rear@squirepb.com | +61 8 9429 7483 |
Partner, Labour and employment | John Oakes | john.oakes@squirepb.com | +61 2 8248 7804 |
Partner, Real estate | Dannelle Howley | dannelle.howley@squirepb.com | +61 2 8248 7822 |
Partner, Real estate | Rahul Parrab | rahul.parrab@squirepb.com | +61 2 8248 7848 |
Of Counsel, Restructuring and insolvency | Denee Muller | denee.muller@squirepb.com | +61 2 8248 7841 |
Partner, Restructuring and insolvency | Shaan Palmer | shaan.plamer@squirepb.com | +61 2 8248 7837 |
Of Counsel, Restructuring and insolvency | Susan Goodman | susan.goodman@squirepb.com | +61 2 8248 7873 |
Partner, Restructuring and insolvency | Amanda Banton | amanda.banton@squirepb.com | +61 2 8248 7850 |
Staff Figures
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Squire Patton Boggs is one of the world’s strongest integrated law firms, providing insight at the point where law, business and government meet.
We give clients a voice, support their ambitions and are committed to working alongside them to achieve successful outcomes.
With a multidisciplinary team of more than 1,500 lawyers in over 40 offices across four continents, we provide unrivalled access to expertise, guidance and invaluable connections on the ground. We deliver a seamlessly connected service that operates on any scale – locally or globally – and encompasses virtually every matter, jurisdiction and market.
We offer solutions shaped by a clear, commercially focused understanding of clients’ business. Our robust and open culture enables us to find the right answers quickly and effectively from committed teams who understand the geographic, sector or issue-specific challenges at hand. Recognizing the impact of politics and regulation on businesses across the world today, we have a unique mix of world-renowned lobbying and political capabilities supporting clients across Europe, the Middle East, Latin America and Asia Pacific.
We advise a diverse mix of clients – from long-established leading corporations to emerging businesses, startup visionaries and sovereign nations – whom we place at the core of everything we do.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Ken Kurosu | ken.kurosu@squirepb.com | +81 3 5774 1800 | |
Dan Roules | daniel.roules@squirepb.com | +86 21 6103 6309 | |
Campbell Davidson | campbell.davidson@squirepb.com | +61 2 8248 7878 | |
Tony Chong | tony.chong@squirepb.com | +61 8 9429 7688 | |
Barry Stimpson | barry.stimpson@squirepb.com | +65 6922 7870 | |
Joon Yong Kim | joon.kim@squirepb.com | +82 2 2010 8848 |