Sally Stitz
Jones DayRecognised for its ‘depth of knowledge and experience,’ Jones Day advises global and national companies, including directors and officers, in litigation matters, as well as in connection with regulatory enforcement actions, particularly by ASIC, APRA, AUSTRAC and the AFP/CDPP. The team benefits from its integration with the firm's global disputes practice, which enables the office in Australia to assist in matters across the globe, ranging from major commercial disputes to IP litigation. John Cooper leads the global disputes practice and is the partner in charge of the Brisbane office, and has a focus on claims and litigation for clients in a variety of sectors, including natural resources and manufacturing. John Emmerig handles litigation for multinationals and Australian companies, including advising on ’bet the company’ cases, and Holly Sara is noted for her expertise in corporate disputes and litigation. Sally Stitz is a name to note for her experience acting for clients in the financial services and energy sectors.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The Team demonstrates its depth of knowledge and with that offers pragmatic advice that you know you can trust.’
- ‘Jones Day has the depth of knowledge and experience.’
- ‘Dan Maloney is excellent. He's responsive, smart and understands financial services. He's willing to take a view. He has great connections with leading individuals too.’
‘Jones Day is a global firm, from the US. For a disputes lawyer in Australia, that's an advantage because the size and wealth of the US economy means Jones Day can afford very talented lawyers and are steps ahead in respect of whatever is new, and whatever is likely coming, to Australia.'
Key clients
- Nuix Limited
- Tri-Star Group
- Queensland Investment Corporation
- Commonwealth Games Australia
- Commonwealth Games Federation Partnerships
- Holista Colltech Limited
- Lendlease Limited
- Kongsberg Maritime AS
- Kongsberg Maritime Pte Ltd
- Kongsberg Maritime Finland OY
- Jacobs Group Australia Pty Ltd
Work highlights
- Represented multiple defendants in high-profile ASIC enforcement proceedings in the Federal Court.
- Acting for Tri-Star Petroleum Company and related entities in disputes concerning joint ventures in Queensland concerning the production and sale of coal seam gas.
- Acted for Commonwealth Games Australia and Commonwealth Games Federation Partnerships in relation to their claims against the State of Victoria regarding the cancellation of the Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
John Emmerig
Jones DayNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Holly Sara
Jones DayPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
John Cooper