Allens

Allens’ class actions team is highly regarded in Australia, with vast experience across shareholder, financial services, consumer and environmental claims. Co-led by Melbourne-based partner Belinda Thompson and Alex Tolliday in Sydney, the group is known for handling high-stakes and multi-party proceedings and for shaping industry thinking through its annual Class Action Risk Report. Clients highlight the team's 'commercial and strategic advice and excellent matter management’. Other key figures include Ross Drinnan, Kim Reid, Malcolm Stephens and Andrew Maher, who excel in complex cases in highly regulated sectors. In recent developments, the practice promoted Joshua Anderson to partner in July 2025, signalling ongoing investment in its next generation of leaders.