Comparative Guide
Litigation
Australia
Ben Dodgshun
Minter Ellison is adept at advising financial services institutions and an expanding client base of fintech companies in the payments and cryptocurrency segments on significant reforms and regulatory developments. It is also a trusted adviser on all aspects of internal governance and organisation, transactional matters, and contentious issues, including enforcement actions. Michael Lawson leads the financial services and funds business unit, advising fund managers, alternative investment managers, and financial institutions on fund formation and management, M&A, and financial services regulatory matters. Martin Wright is recognised for his expertise in the regulation and distribution of insurance, wealth management and financial planning services and products, while James Beaton focuses on commercial disputes and contentious compliance and regulatory issues.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'MinterEllison brings deep knowledge of AML/CTF legislation and regulatory expectations. It works closely with internal stakeholders and is generous with its time.'
- 'Prayas Pradhan has consistently demonstrated a profound and nuanced understanding of financial crime legislation, regulatory compliance frameworks, and enterprise risk management. His ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and translate them into actionable legal advice has been instrumental in supporting our audit. Throughout our engagements, Prayas has shown exceptional professionalism, intellectual rigour, and a meticulous approach to legal review. His work is marked by precision, clarity, and a strong commitment to delivering timely and accurate assessments.'
Key clients
- National Australia Bank Limited
- Insurance Australia Group
Practice head
Michael Lawson; Martin Wright
Other key lawyers
James Beaton; Richard Batten; Nicole Brown; Prayas Pradhan