Ross Freeman
Minter EllisonCharacterised by ‘broad industry experience that enables insightful advice’, Minter Ellison’s dispute resolution team is led by James Beaton in Sydney. A commercial litigator with experience in regulatory investigations, Beaton represents a number of key financial services clients. In Melbourne, Ross Freeman is experienced in class actions, regulatory investigations and civil penalty proceedings, and leverages his white-collar crime experience to strengthen the team’s enforcement work. Brisbane-based Tom Fletcher is recommended for his ‘unwavering commitment’; he is a specialist in education sector work alongside government-related dispute resolution. Beverley Newbold in Sydney has notable experience in cross-border disputes.
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Testimonials
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- 'Clever and insightful. Broad industry experience that enables insightful advice, both in respect of the initial matter at hand, but also the broader picture.'
- 'Able to listen, and understand quickly what the business imperatives are.'
- 'The team are “all in” during the matter but are not afraid of telling clients where their strategy has weaknesses. They think on their feet.'
- 'Tom Fletcher brings integrity and value to everything he does and is unwavering in his commitment to any matter.'
- 'The Minter Ellison team is the leading litigation group in Melbourne - it is ahead of the rest in the marketplace. They have a strong commitment to diversity and are highly collaborative.'
- 'David Taylor is a leading solicitor, whip-smart and focused.'
- 'Glen Ward is a senior litigation partner. He is the best litigation partner in Melbourne. He has outstanding technical skills, a strong commitment to producing first class work product and leads an energetic team.'
Key clients
- Australian Securities and Investment Commission
- Colonial First State Investments Ltd (CFSIL) and The Colonial Mutual Life Assurance Society Limited (CMLA)
- G8 Education Limited
- Insignia Financial Ltd formerly known as IOOF Holdings Limited
- Northern Territory Department of Territory Families, Housing and Communities
- Qantas Airways Limited
- Qantas Airways Limited, Jetstar Airways Pty Limited, Airlink Pty Limited, Network Aviation Pty Ltd, Express Freighters Australia Pty Limited (Qantas Group)
- Rio Tinto
- Slater & Gordon
- Stanwell Corporation Limited
- Zurich Australia Limited (ZAL)
Lawyers
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Practice head
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James Beaton