Kennedys lawyers have taken leading roles in much of Australia’s landmark litigation.
We have earned impressive credentials in strategising, managing, and litigating diverse high value and sensitive commercial disputes, including those under intense political scrutiny and in the spotlight of media attention. Our litigation team have collectively, taken scores of cases to the High Court and established many more important precedents.
Our services span astute advice and representation in courts and tribunals in Australia and overseas.
Work highlights
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AOC v D’Arcy - expulsion of 2008 Australian Olympic Team member.
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Coates v Jones - acted for John Coates, president of the Australian Olympic Committee, in a defamation action against broadcaster, Alan Jones, and achieved and award of $360,000 plus interest and costs.
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Acted for NSW State Government (Chief Commissioner of State Revenue) in relation to litigation over the trade sale of Sydney Airport.
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Acting for Gough & Gilmour in Supreme Court and Court of Appeal proceedings relating to sale and performance of Caterpillar earthmoving equipment.
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Defending a US based product manufacturer in a product liability claim commenced against it in the Federal Court of Australia.