Home to a full-service offering spanning merger, consumer law, cartel, ACCC enforcement and regulatory investigation mandates, among others, King & Wood Mallesons has recently noted an uptick in instructions with digital industry, finance and sustainability components. Based in Sydney, Luke Woodward is distinctly knowledgeable of sectors such as gas, electricity, water, rail, seaports and airports; he is supported locally by Peta Stevenson, often involved in global investigations, and Wayne Leach who notably serves as counsel to Google and Meta. In addition, Tamara Hunter is a veteran of numerous standout ACCC investigations, while the promising Christopher Kok notably made partner in June 2023. At the Melbourne office, Caroline Coops deploys her extensive expertise on behalf of names such as NAB, Telstra and Alliance Airlines, while Lisa Huett is particularly focused on the enforcement and application of cartel law. Simon Cooke is likewise a standout, having forged a particularly prominent reputation in the infrastructure space.
Testimonials
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‘Exceptional attention to detail and efficiency. Very accessible. Communicates complex concepts and nuance very effectively.’
‘KWM have a lot of sector-specific experience which puts them in a unique position of being able to deliver thoughtful, tailored advice for their clients. They are very focussed on delivering good outcomes for their clients and are highly receptive to feedback. This enables them to continually adapt and strive to better service their clients. KWM also have a very good grasp compared to other firms of the policy environment, not just the legal environment, in which their clients work which makes them well-rounded advisors. ’
Key clients
- 3A Composites GmbH
- AGL
Work highlights
- Acting for Woodside on its company-defining $60 billion merger with BHP Petroleum.
- Acting for Aurizon on its acquisition of One Rail for AUD $2.35 billion.