Piper Alderman’s disputes team specialises in high-stakes commercial and regulatory litigation across the financial services, energy, infrastructure and technology sectors, acting for ASX-listed firms and global corporates. The team is noted as having ‘incredible depth at all levels’. McKenzie Moore excels in financial regulation and cross-border litigation; Gordon Grieve navigates high-profile corporate and energy disputes; and Louise Gehrig handles estate and commercial litigation. National head Martin del Gallego brings expertise in complex shareholder and insurance disputes, leading a group that continues to expand, with notable arrivals including Paul Venus from Holding Redlich, and former Squire Patton Boggs partners Brent Henderson, Cris Cureton and David Starkoff.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Proactive, knowledgeable and strong litigation expertise. Deep understanding of key timelines and requirements enables advice to be provided ahead of time. A focus on resolution through all steps of the litigation process means that the team is always thinking of the best outcomes while proposing strong and clear pathways to the conduct of litigation.’
- ‘The team are easy to work with, very diligent and approachable at all levels.’
Key clients
- eToro AUS Capital Limited
- Clarke Energy (Australia) Pty Ltd
Work highlights
Acted for eToro AUS Capital against ASIC in the Federal Court of Australia in its defence for alleged breaches of its product design and distribution obligations for Contracts for Difference (CFDs).
Practice head
Martin del Gallego
Other key lawyers
McKenzie Moore; Gordon Grieve; Louise Gehrig; Paul Venus; Brent Henderson; Cris Cureton; David Starkoff