Bernacchi Chambers
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Bernacchi Chambers is home to a number of barristers active in the commercial arena who routinely handle corporate insolvency and bankruptcy-related mandates, cases surrounding breaches of fiduciary duties, and unjust enrichment for both individuals and corporates. Robert Whitehead SC is a key silk at the set, and among the juniors, Tasman Tam boasts expertise in contractual claims and injunction work. Of recent note, he acted for the plaintiff in the case of Julian Technology Pty Ltd v Manway Trading Ltd and Chu Sen Hei, which concerned refusal of payment by the defendant, and subsequent allegations of breaches of fiduciary duty against the plaintiff. Banking and financial disputes are a key area of focus for Esmond Wong, while Jeff Yau is skilled in interlocutory applications.
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Leading Silks
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Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
Tasman Tam
'Tasman's expertise in trust law and dispute resolution serves as a strong foundation for addressing cryptocurrency fraud cases.'
Rising stars
Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.
Esmond Wong