Amanda Ludlow
AshurstAshurst‘s ’dynamic’ digital economy team is led by Brisbane-based Amanda Ludlow, an expert regarding data regulation. The team is engaged both in advising clients in regards to privacy reform and the development of digital regulation, and supporting them through cyber incidents and data breaches. Angela Summersby, based in Canberra, specialises in government-related work, with notable experience advising on data migration and program transformation projects. In Melbourne, Emma Butler is recommended for her work assisting with the development and implementation cyber strategies, with specific experience with energy sector clients. Sydney-based Tim Brookes and Geoff McGrath are also recommended.
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- 'The team was able to expertly manage every aspect of a highly complex, multifaceted, multinational arrangement. They manage the project from start to finish, including: advice on structuring the transaction, gaps analysis, coordinating financial regulatory advice and commercial inputs, and document negotiation, drafting, and finalisation.'
- 'Tim Brookes and Mitchell Bazzana have incredible subject matter expertise, immaculate attention to detail, their ability to turn around extensive amounts of precision drafting and provide commercial solutions to roadblocks is second to none.'
- 'Amanda Ludlow - knows the law and the industry knowledge is second to none. Exceptional client service.'
- 'Geoff McGrath is very easy to work with and always provides timely, easily digestible advice.'
- 'A dynamic team: the team is very collaborative and open to working together.'
- 'Lived experience in our industry - understands the sensitivities of our industry and business.'
- 'The practice distinguishes itself through a unique blend of expert knowledge, adaptability and client-focused collaboration.'
Key clients
- 7-Eleven Stores Pty Ltd
- Aer Riata International
- AGL Energy Limited
- AIA Company Limited
- Allegis Talent Consultancy (Shanghai) Co. Ltd.
- Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited
- Aveo Group
- Commonwealth Bank of Australia
- Commonwealth Government – Department of Defence
- Commonwealth Government – Department of Employment and Workplace Relations
- Commonwealth Government – Department of Finance
- DataBank Australia Pty Ltd
- KVD Singapore Pte Ltd
- Meta Platforms, Inc (formerly Facebook)
- Monash University
- NBN Co Limited
- NSW Government
- Quantium Group Holdings
- Queensland Government
- Optus Singtel
- SAP Fioneer Australia Pty Ltd
- Standards Australia Limited
- State of Victoria
- Westpac Banking Corporation
- Woolworths Group Limited
- X15Ventures
Work highlights
- Assisting the Commonwealth Bank of Australia in the preparation of the Cybersource Agreement with Visa, and reviewing the IP, data, security and privacy clauses.
- Assisting Monash University with negotiating a new Digital ID Verification solution agreement with global identity specialist, GBG.
- Provided ongoing support to Quantium in relation to various matters relating to the implementation of its technology and data platforms in multiple jurisdictions, including privacy and data protection advice for projects in Australia, the UK and the US.
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Amanda Ludlow