Minter Ellison’s disputes group is recognised for its ability to manage complex and sensitive litigation, including class actions, regulatory enforcement and precedent-setting litigation. Ross Freeman is regarded as one of the country’s leading litigators, with deep experience in commercial disputes and regulatory proceedings. Beverley Newbold is widely praised as a go-to adviser for major corporate disputes and class actions. James Beaton has established himself as a leading figure in regulatory litigation and inquiries, while David Taylor is recognised as a pre-eminent class action specialist.
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Key clients

  • Stanwell Corporation Limited Zurich Australia Limited Qantas Airways Limited Jetstar Airways Pty Limited Airlink Pty Limited Network Aviation Pty Ltd Express Freighters Australia Pty Limited (Qantas Group) G8 Education Limited Australian Securities and Investment Commission Mesoblast Limited Anglicare (Newmarch House) COFCO International (COFCO International Australia Pty Ltd & COFCO Resources SA) Westpac Banking Corporation Australian College of Theology

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Ross Freeman
Ross Freeman
Practice head

James Beaton

Other key lawyers

Ross Freeman; Beverley Newbold; David Taylor