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With particular expertise in wider finance-related matters, the team at K&L Gates is recommended for its skill in representing advising creditors in the mining industry, handling significant fraud cases involving domestic corporate regulators, and cross-border administration and liquidation matters. Sydney-based Jason Opperman leads the team, while ‘stand out partners’ Andrew Chambers and Stephen Hume advise public sector clients in relation to restructuring and debt facilitation matters . Specialising in securities enforcement, Nicole Ward is another key contact alongside Alex Smith.
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Testimonials
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‘Andrew Chambers has good industry knowledge and understands bank requirements. Nicole Ward excellent in dealing with sensitive customer issue and understands bank requirements well.’
‘Excellent lead partner in Jason Opperman. He has outstanding commercial acumen, legal knowledge and practical ability. Good supporting team with some exceptional talents. Excellent relationship with insolvency professionals and others in the sector. Participated in some of the leading cases.’
Key clients
- American Express
- Bentleys
Work highlights
Advising Deloitte who were appointed by the Federal Court of Australia as liquidators of ASKK Investment Group and the unregistered managed investment scheme it was operating.
Advising Commonwealth Bank of Australia in relation to the restructure of loan facilities provided to a major manufacturer and supplier of food products to major Australian supermarkets.