Corrs Chambers Westgarth is well-regarded for advising on social infrastructure projects in the hospital, health, and social and affordable housing spaces. Practice head Louise Camenzuli has expansive knowledge of government light, rail, road and telecoms projects. Christine Covington acts for numerous energy and resources, and industrial clients in climate change and sustainability matters. Brisbane-based Anna White’s caseload encompasses contamination response and management issues, and environmental assessments. Max Newman regularly appears before the Land and Environment Court of NSW in appeals and judicial reviews. All mentioned individuals are located in Sydney, unless stated otherwise.

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‘The team are leading experts in their field. They have a deep understanding of our business' needs.’
‘Their collaboration, depth of knowledge throughout the team, and commercial sense sets the Corrs team apart.’
‘The team has an in-depth level of knowledge of planning legislation and they use this to their advantage.’
‘Corrs are experts in navigating and resolving complex issues, together with having the relationships with many industry professionals.’
‘Louise Camenzuli is one of the most passionate and client focused lawyers I have worked with. I had full faith and trust in her capability to get an outcome.’
‘Max Newman is clearly very knowledgeable and always provides information in a way that is readily understandable and well thought through.’
‘Louise Camenzuli and Max Newman are incredibly responsive, great at communicating their availability, and reliable when it comes to delivering on what and when.’
‘Louise and her team are absolute professionals and experts in all planning law matters.'

Key clients

Queensland Government
Victoria Government
NSW Government
Northern Territory Government
Santos
AGL
Transgrid
John Holland and CPB Contractors
Stockland
Nbn
Mirvac
Investa and Oxford Properties
Coles

Work highlights

Advising Santos on the AUD3.6bn development of the Hunter Gas Pipeline which will connect Narrabri to the eastern gas network.
Advising Investa and Oxford Properties on all aspects of the AUD1.7bn Pitt Street Metro Station development project in the Sydney Central Business District.
Advising Transgrid on all aspects of the A$5bn Humelink Project.