Minter Ellison advises on a wide range of restructuring and insolvency matters, including cross-border insolvency, bankruptcy, creditor claims and distressed debt trading. The firm regularly acts for trading banks, private equity firms and alternative credit providers. Michael Hughes advises companies, directors and creditors on corporate distress, while Caitlin Murray focuses on restructuring, insolvency and litigation, acting for leading financial institutions on workouts and recovery matters. Brendon Watkins assists major banks in insolvency matters, and Catherine Macrae acts for a broad mix of stakeholders across industries such as agriculture, mining, retail and construction. Nick Anson brings deep experience in contentious restructurings, distressed capital structures and litigation involving secured and unsecured creditors.
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Lawyers

Hall of Fame

The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.

Michael Hughes
Michael Hughes
Brendon Watkins
Brendon Watkins
Next Generation Partners

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

Caitlin Murray
Caitlin Murray
Catherine Macrae
Catherine Macrae
Practice head

Michael Hughes

Other key lawyers

Caitlin Murray; Catherine Macrae; Brendon Watkins; Nick Anson