King & Wood Mallesons routinely acts for both domestic and international clients in complex transactional and contentious matters. Matthew Austin is a recognised expert on emerging environmental and planning risks. Mark Beaufoy predominantly advises blue-chip corporates and has been involved in significant brownfield development projects. Sally Audeyev's workload consists of high-profile industrial, residential, and corporate developments. Michael Causer specialises in advisory work at the nexus of real estate and infrastructure. Alongside handling a vast transactional portfolio, Michelle Astridge frequently represents clients in Australian courts in cases concerning development projects, prosecutions, and judicial reviews.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘In relation to compulsory Government acquisitions KWM (Michael Causer) are industry leaders and the benchmark. Great track record, great team depth and experience.’
‘The experience that Michael Causer has in compulsory acquisitions is unmatched. He is head and shoulders above anyone else in the industry. Our corporate lawyers referred us to him specifically for this asset/purchase to ensure an acceptable outcome.’
Key clients
- Rio Tinto
- Brookfield
Work highlights
- Advised BHP Mitsubishi Alliance on the US$4.1bn divestment of its two metallurgical mines.
- Advising AEMO on the $3.4bn TCV VNI West transmission project.