Mark Van Brakel leads the dispute resolution team at A&O Shearman from Perth, leveraging his experience of major contract, engineering and project disputes to support a range of clients in the energy and resources sector. Also in Perth, oil and gas disputes specialist David Jenaway is recommended for his ‘exemplary’ legal skills. Sydney-based strength includes dual US and Australian qualified Michael Shepherd, and insolvency litigation expert David Walter. The team enjoys a strong reputation in international litigation, drawing on the firm’s global network to support clients in cross-border cases.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'The A&O Perth team are the 'gold standard' for litigation lawyers in the Perth market.'
- 'David Jenaway is a clear stand out. His legal skills are exemplary. He is able to combine these skills with a tenacious approach to understanding and implementing his client's needs. He delivers on big matters and is certainly someone you want in the trenches with you.'
Key clients
- Reed Industrial Minerals Pty Ltd (RIM)
- Fortescue Metals Group Ltd (FMG)