Often handling digital transformation projects and strategic procurement, Ashurst is lauded for its ‘strong bench of technical and legal expertise.’ In Brisbane, Amanda Ludlow’s practice encompasses data regulation , while in Melbourne, Emma Butler and Caroline Hogan are knowledgeable of technology transactions. Operating out of Sydney, Rebecca Cope specialises in digital infrastructure, and Brisbane-based Clare Doneley is well-versed in technology sourcing, and in Melbourne, Dora Guslitser is informed in telecommunications law.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The Ashurst team has a strong bench of technical and legal expertise from partner level down to junior solicitors.’
  • ‘We understand that the team has a lot of responsibility to deal with many clients; however, we always receive prompt support and are amazed at the agility and accuracy.’
  • ‘Andrew Craig is an outstanding talent. He is highly skilled, commercial, and responsive to client requests. He keeps his promises and delivers.’

Key clients

  • 7-Eleven Stores Pty Ltd
  • AGL Energy Limited
  • Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited
  • Bank of Queensland Limited
  • Commonwealth Government
  • Corporate Travel Management Limited
  • Government of Western Australia
  • H.R.L. Morrison & Co Limited
  • Meta Platforms, Inc.
  • NBN Co Limited
  • NSW Government
  • Planck Holdco Pty Ltd
  • Queensland Government
  • SingTel Optus Pty Limited
  • State of Victoria
  • Teachers Mutual Bank Limited
  • Whitehaven Coal Mining Limited
  • Woolworths Group Limited

Work highlights

  • Advised AGL Energy on its partnership with Kaluza to replace its energy billing platform.
  • Advised ANZ Banking Group on its $4.9 billion acquisition of Suncorp Bank.
  • Advised the South-East Water Corporation on negotiating the long-term Project Agreement with the solution vendor.

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Amanda Ludlow, Emma Butler

Other key lawyers

Caroline Hogan, Rebecca Cope, Clare Doneley, Dora Guslitser