With a strong focus on environmental and planning matters, the Sydney-based team at Maddocks advises clients on native title issues relating to infrastructure projects, the management of Crown land, and Aboriginal Land Rights Act claims. The firm acts for a diverse client base across New South Wales and nationally, including government bodies, developers and project proponents, and Native organisations. Michael Winram leads the team, advising a number of local government bodies as well as Native corporations, utilities, and energy companies on project management and land access issues. Senior associates Libby Sivell and Sarah De Ceglie are also key team members, with standout involvement in native title claims and land access negotiations, respectively.
Testimonials
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'We had excellent service from the team at Maddocks on a matter where we required strategic, operational advice. They scoped the work and articulated a planned approach that was clear and easy to understand. This made the evaluation straightforward - and it was easy to see that the brief had not been underestimated or misunderstood. In fact, it showed us that the team were identifying issues with sophistication over and above the obvious pain points we needed advice for.'
‘Expertise and responsiveness.’
Key clients
- Parkes Shire Council
- Warrabinga Native Title Claimants Aboriginal Corporation