Split between Brisbane, where Guy Humble heads up the team, and Sydney, where Jason Munstermann is team lead, the McCullough Robertson litigation and dispute resolution offering is well equipped to handle a range of disputes within the government, transport, software and technology, construction, education and agriculture sectors. The team is particularly recommended for regulatory investigations, clearances and enforcement work; it also has a notable alternative dispute resolution practice, which includes a number of qualified mediators.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

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  • 'Jason Munstermann is recommended for his approachability and commercial pragmatism.'
  • 'Having worked with this practice for the first time, I found them exceptionally client focused, consistently doing the best for their client. They work collaboratively with the client and go above and beyond.'
  • 'Jason Munstermann took over a complex class action litigation with enthusiasm and has totally dedicated himself to achieving the best results for his client. He impresses with his enthusiasm, professionalism and making himself available, often at very short notice, to assist with any client queries. He is very personable, approachable and a joy to engage with.'
  • 'Responsive and knowledgeable.'

Key clients

  • Commonwealth Government: Department of Defence and Comcover
  • Elution Metals Pty Ltd
  • Metro Environmental Logistics Pty Ltd
  • Hough Consolidated Pty Ltd
  • Ampol Limited
  • Namrog Investments
  • Fox Coal

Work highlights

  • Acting for the Commonwealth, as represented by the Department of Defence, in defending a class action brought by approximately 280 members and former members of the Navy.
  • Advising Ampol, an Australian petroleum company, in relation to a significant contractual dispute with Cushman & Wakefield, which formerly undertook maintenance services for all Ampol service stations throughout Australia over a three year period.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Guy Humble, Jason Munstermann

Other key lawyers

Peter Stokes, Scott Whitla, Dominic McGann, Tim Case, Chris Nielsen