Piper Alderman

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• ‘The Piper Alderman litigation and class actions team consistently demonstrates a high level of effectiveness and efficiency. They are highly responsive to client feedback and show a genuine commitment to incorporating suggestions into their approach. Their extensive experience in litigation and complex class actions is evident, and they communicate with clarity, confidence, and professionalism throughout every stage of the process.’

• ‘Kate Sambrook is a diligent, focussed and highly motivated partner whose attention to detail is second to none. Kate delivers high quality work and is approachable.'

• 'Martin Del Gallego is an experienced, commercially minded and efficient partner. Martin's managerial skills are impressive and the robust team he has built at Piper Alderman are a testament to this.’

• ‘The team that I've worked with is exceptionally dedicated and hard working. As the client, you know that they will always be acting in your best interests, to achieve the best practical and commercial outcome. They work collaboratively with counsel and experts to ensure that they are putting the best case forward for the client. They are not only knowledgeable about the law and practice and procedure, but they are also commercial and pragmatic. The team is also proactive - they don't sit and wait for the issue / problem to arise - they can see the problem coming up and proactively manage the issue / problem. This saves time and cost for the client and ensures the efficient progress of litigation to final hearing.'

• 'Anne Freeman is an exceptional safe pair of hands. You want her in your corner leading the team in any large scale litigation. She is not only calm under pressure, hardworking and across the detail, but is also proactive in managing matters, counsel and clients.'

• 'Lillian Rizio is fearless, commercial and pragmatic in any hard fought litigation. She's always asking the hard questions to ensure every opportunity is explored and every risk is covered in the best interests of the client. Incredibly hardworking and dedicated.'
• 'Kelly Fraser is a standout special counsel and has a stellar career in front of her. Don't underestimate her calm and quiet demeanour - she has a fierce intellect and wide knowledge of the law. Together with a commercial and practical sensibility, dedication and incredible diligence she is a force to be reckoned with.’

• ‘Greg Whyte is a deep legal thinker and sophisticated litigation strategist. He is playing chess, not checkers.'

Key clients

• Woodsford Group Limited
• Litigation Capital Management
• Omni Bridgeway Limited
• Balance Legal Capital
• Burford Capital
• Stillwater Pastoral Pty Ltd
• SLB Investments Queensland Pty Ltd
• Zoetis Australia Pty Ltd

Work highlights

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Kate Sambrook