Clients highlight DLA Piper's arbitration practice for its ‘outstanding quality of work’. The team is trusted with high-value, cross-border arbitrations, particularly in construction, energy, mining and infrastructure. The Sydney-based Gitanjali Bajaj leads the strong bench of sector specialists, who bring deep experience in multi-jurisdictional disputes. The Brisbane-based Liam Prescott focuses on large energy and natural resources arbitrations; Gowri Kangeson handles infrastructure and project disputes from Melbourne; and Richard Edwards in Perth is known for mining and oil and gas work.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Great international dispute practice.’
'Utilising of virtual means to communicate with client, approachability of counsels, efficiency of the team, outstanding quality of work, one of the best I have ever seen in my life.’
‘ (a) Honest and frank (b) Humble and respectful (c) genuine (d) patient (e) listen and consider.'
‘Good understanding of sector in which we operate. Ability to offer advice in Korean.’
‘Samuel Cho (Special Counsel): Ability to offer advice in Korean. Good advice within fast turnarounds.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Gitanjali Bajaj; Liam Prescott
Other key lawyers
Cameron Scholes; Richard Edwards; Gowri Kangeson