CLEAR THINKING AND A STRATEGIC APPROACH FOR THE RIGHT RESULT
Commercial disputes, and the decision to litigate, must be approached as carefully as any other major investment or strategic business decision.
The element of risk and uncertainty associated with every litigation matter can cause considerable stress – whether this is personal, professional or financial – and provide a major distraction from critical day–to–day activities.
We manage this uncertainty by ensuring that the facts of the case are well understood early in the matter. Our advice will reflect the strength of the legal arguments and the evidence available to support the facts.
We regularly represent our client in State and Federal Courts and tribunals and are skilled in managing large, complex cases. We have extensive experience in the effective engagement and briefing of counsel.
We also recognise that the best possible commercial outcome for a client may not involve litigation at all and that resolving the dispute at an earlier stage may achieve a better result, faster and more cost–effectively.
Our services also include assisting our clients to identify and reduce legal risk associated with their activities.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
- Commercial litigation
- Insurance claims
- Products liability
- Native title
- Securities litigation
- Competition & trade practices
- Tribunal appearances
- Workers compensation
- ADJR proceedings
- Appellate
ACHIEVEMENTS
Constitutional challenge: John Larkings acted for Queanbeyan City Council in Federal Court constitutional proceedings against the ACT Government and ACTEW in relation to the Water Abstraction Charge and the Utilities Networks Facilities Tax. Read more…
CONTACT
John Larkings | T: 02 6263 9900 | E: john.larkings@wln.com.au