Dentons is recognised for advising domestic clients on corporate insolvency, real estate portfolio management and commercial leasing disputes. The Sydney-based team is led by Tim Sherrard and covers distressed situations in a broad range of sectors, from energy and mining to agriculture and manufacturing. Justin Bates specialises in insolvency, property enforcement and reconstruction matters, while David McIntosh advises on all aspects of corporate insolvency and financial restructuring. Kon Tsiakis left the practice in June 2025.
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Key clients
- KordaMentha
- PriceWaterhouse Coopers
- KPMG
- BNY Mellon
- Permanent Custodians Ltd
- FTI Consulting
Work highlights
Advising the receivers and managers on all aspects of the realisation of a real estate portfolio comprising 100+ residential and commercial sites located in and around Mission Beach in North Queensland.
Acting for the liquidators of Ally Fashion Pty Limited on all aspects of the liquidation, including negotiating and obtaining Federal Court approval for a licence agreement to enable continued trading.
Acting for the administrator of PGP in negotiating and implementing a further Deed of Company Arrangement involving over 200 creditors and $20 million in debts.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Tim Sherrard
Other key lawyers
Justin Bates; David McIntosh