Allens
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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.
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Testimonials
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'The Allens disputes and class actions team is very experienced and a market leading powerhouse in disputes management. The team is deep and extremely engaged and organised and responsive. Advice is commercial and strategic and matter management is excellent.’
‘Chris Prestwich (partner) is very experienced and a seasoned disputes practitioner. His commercial knowledge means his advice is thoughtful and strategic. Class actions matter management and knowledge of the industry is excellent.'
Key clients
- Tesla
- Coles
Work highlights
Defended Tesla (US) and Tesla Motors Australia in a major consumer class action brought on behalf of owners of Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles purchased in Australia from May 2021 to February 2025.