Gilbert + Tobin has been involved in numerous corporate and commercial disputes, with the team having acted on matters involving large claims for local and international clients. The team has also been active in regulatory investigations and enforcement, with practice head Richard Harris assisting large corporates and boards through investigations, as well as disputes and litigation. Colleen Platford specialises in all aspects of commercial litigation. Janet Whiting leads the disputes and investigations practice in Melbourne and advises a range of clients, including global corporations and ASX top 50 companies, as well as governments and regulators. Crispian Lynch is active in commercial litigation and class actions, and Antonia Garling is noted for her experience in ASIC and ACCC regulatory investigations and commercial disputes.
Testimonials
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‘As a whole, Gilbert + Tobin are always eager to help and are always willing to go an extra mile to support a client.’
‘Colleen Platford is remarkable. She has a sharp mind, thinks broadly and listens. A superstar and a wonderful person to be with in the 'trenches' and have by your side as a General Counsel. Highly recommended! ’
Key clients
- Westpac Banking Group
- Credit Suisse
Work highlights
- Acting for Credit Suisse in numerous proceedings and claims against insurers worth over US$1bn related to the collapse of Greensill.
- Representing Nuix in relation to an ASIC investigation and Federal Court enforcement proceedings relating to its IPO in 2020 and subsequent disclosures made to the market about the company’s revenue forecast.