Recently handling compensation entitlements, Corrs Chambers Westgarth is knowledgeable of Land Use Agreements. Louise Camenzuli oversees the practice from Sydney and assists clients with native title and cultural heritage issues surrounding infrastructure projects. In Brisbane, Anna White is informed in aboriginal cultural heritage requirements, and Henry Prokuda is lauded for a ‘depth of experience and knowledge.’ Milaan Latten handles indigenous land use agreements, and in Melbourne, Rosie Syme is versed in statutory protections available under Commonwealth and State legislation.
Testimonials
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- ‘They really stay on top of matters, and are proactive in their efforts to push things along. The team is very approachable and friendly to work with, and they've usually thought about things many steps in advance.’
- ‘We have used the Brisbane team for due diligence as part of a proposed acquisition and was impressed by the depth of the team and their knowledge in the area. They were responsive and able to meet tight timelines.’
- ‘The Corrs team is always available to assist and can deploy practitioners with appropriate skills to undertake the task.’
- ‘The individual practitioners at Corrs are always attentive and bring with considerable expertise.’
‘Henry Prokuda has a depth of experience and knowledge in the native title area. His advice was practical and commercial and allowed us to navigate some difficult native title issues.'
‘Milaan Latten is a wise and capable lawyer; a good person you can trust.'
Key clients
- Transgrid
- Powerlink Queensland
- Port of Townsville
- Northern Territory Government
- Redland City Council
- Boral
- Queensland Investment Corporation (QIC)
- M Resources
- Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (DTMR)
- Royal Flying Doctor’s Service
- Beach Energy
- Property Council
- UDIA
Work highlights
- Advised the Royal Flying Doctors Service on the negotiation of an Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA) to support the development of a new air base in Townsville.
- Acted on two native title claims made by the Gurambilbarra Wulgurukaba people.
- Advised Beach Energy in relation to current regulatory frameworks on Indigenous consultation and proposed changes to the consultation rules for offshore projects.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Louise Camenzuli