Allens is noted for its end-to-end capabilities in the full range of white-collar crime related cases, representing individuals in regulatory investigations related to AML and CTF related matters. The team is also well-equipped to handle the full range of enforcement actions, major corporate investigations, and allegations of bribery. Rachel Nicolson, with a focus on business crime and human rights obligations, jointly heads up with team with Peter Haig and Chris Kerrigan, handling a wide range of civil penalty proceedings. Alexandra Mason leads on AFSL breaches, while Simon Sherwood is another key contact in the team, advising international financial service providers in fraud related proceedings and assisting with breaches of confidentiality.

Herbert Smith Freehills LLP‘ white collar crime team is situated within the firm’s wider corporate crimes and investigations practice, supporting significant individuals, including senior executives and directors, in regulatory investigations and proceedings. Fraud, misconduct, and insider trading matters are among the team’s key strengths. Handling reputationally significant whistleblowing matters, Jacqueline Wootton co-leads the team with Leon Chung, who is experienced in handling Royal commissions and parliamentary inquires. Andrew Eastwood focuses on regulatory advisory work and civil proceedings commended by the ASIC and the ACCC, while Elizabeth Macknay heads up the corporate crime and investigations offering in Perth, advising on international anti-bribery and corruption obligations. With accredited commercial litigation experience, Christine Wong is another key member of the team with experience in criminal cartel prosecution.

Led by accredited white-collar crime specialist Rani John, the experienced team at Ashurst are well-equipped to support a range of clients on internal investigations of whistleblower allegations, AUSTRAC related enforcement actions, and ASIC commenced misleading conduct investigations. Ian Bolster is a key contact, and leads on conspiracy to defraud matters, while Nicholas Mavrakis handles governance issues, regulatory investigations and related Federal Court proceedings. Carla-Rose Brett assists with bribery and ICAC investigations.

Boasting a ‘deep expertise in complex, cross-border law enforcement investigations’, the experienced team at Clayton Utz represents domestic and international business and corporate clients in a wide range of enforcement proceedings brought by the ASIC, AFP, and ACCC. Key areas of expertise include cross-border regulatory investigations and fraud related claims. Tobin Meagher jointly steers the team with David Benson, who is experienced in handling misleading and deceptive conduct claims. Jonathan Slater is well-equipped to handle ASIC civil penalty proceedings, while Ananya Roy assists with fraud related cases.

Corrs Chambers Westgarth‘s investigations and inquiries team has a ‘depth of talent and rich experience in white-collar crime matters’, and is particularly well-equipped to handle a range of major public inquiries. Spearheaded by accredited expert Abigail Gill, the team handles regulatory, cross-border, and corporate investigations. Acting for prosecution of charges in the Federal Court, representing ASIC in market manipulation investigations, and handling various misconduct allegations are among the team’s key strengths. Craig Phillips assists with antitrust and corruption compliance matters. Senior associate Camryn Cooper assists with conflicts of interest cases and discriminatory concerns.

Arnold Bloch Leibler‘s white-collar crime team is situated within the firm's wider dispute resolution and litigation practice, acting for senior banking executives, CEOs, and administrators in criminal cartel proceedings and bribery allegations. Team head Leon Zwier has accredited experience in white-collar crime and investigations, leading on criminal prosecutions, class actions, and alleged insider trading. Other key names in the office include Susanna Ford, John Mitchell, and Elyse Hilton.

With ‘significant depth and experience in the white collar space’, the team at Baker McKenzie LLP has expertise in bribery, corruption, and anti-money laundering, among other areas. Advising individuals in cross-border AFP and ASIC investigations, Georgie Farrant spearheads the team, while Alex Wolff leads on insider trading cases. Gareth Austin is a highly active member of the team, assisting with mandates pertaining to public and private bribery laws, while Helen Joyce handles financial advantage by deception cases.

Dentons‘s white collar crime team is situated within the firm's wider financial services regulation practice, advising a wide range of clients, including non-profits and multinational banking and financial services providers. Servicing clients on data breach issues and the full gamut of regulatory issues, including the AML/CTF act, are among the team's key strengths. Ben Allen leads the team, while Elise Ivory and Amber Warren are other key contacts.

DLA Piper works on major international fraud cases, with a strong focus on insolvency and regulatory matters, with capabilities across the energy, mining, and insurance sectors. Team head Natalie Caton is known for her expertise in corporate reputation and risk management, while accredited litigator John Fogarty leads on ASIC commenced investigations. Melbourne-based Gowri Kangeson and Jason Choi are other key contacts, further bolstering the team’s expertise in enforcement proceedings and procurement.

With particular expertise in ASIC investigations and AUSTRAC enforcements, the team at Gilbert + Tobin continues to advise a range of directors and senior executives. Disputes specialist Richard Harris handles contentious regulatory issues and spearheads the team. Colleen Platford is another key contact.

With experience across areas including offshore commercial structure, and financial and non-financial misconduct investigation, Johnson Winter Slattery‘s white collar crime practice is spearheaded by Robert Wyld. Cross-border and domestic governance and compliance frameworks are another key strength of the team. Robert Johnston is another key contact advising on sanctions and misappropriation of asset claims.

With particular experience in the gaming industry, the white-collar crime team at Norton Rose Fulbright is well-equipped to handle ASIC investigations into money laundering and criminal associations, as well as handling allegations of bribery and providing risk management advice. Jointly steered by Abigail McGregor and Scott Atkins, the team advises a wide range of CEOs, senior executives, and senior leadership teams. Sonja Marsic is another key contact, leading on AUSTRAC civil penalty proceedings, while Kimberley McKay joined in February 2024 from Holding Redlich.

Clifford Chance's offering is led by a consortium of 'excellent lawyers', Donna Wacker, Stephanie Huts, Naomi Griffin, and Robert Tang, who regularly represent a wide range of clients including senior executives, corporations, and businesses. Risk management, due diligence, and regulatory investigations are among the team’s key strengths. Alexandra Zhu is another key contact in the team, assisting with alleged extortion cases.

The experienced white-collar crime team at Clyde & Co LLP regularly advises various financial services clients on the full range of regulatory investigations. With extensive experience in corporate governance obligations, Avryl Lattin leads the team, while Jehan-Philippe Wood leads on fraudulent cryptocurrency matters and ESG compliance. The team is also well-equipped to handle ASIC investigations against AFSL holders and AML/CTF related mandates. Partner Liam Hennessy joined from Gadens Lawyers in 2023.

Claire Rogers and Jasmine Forde jointly lead the white-collar crime team at King & Wood Mallesons, advising corporate and senior executive clients on the full gamut of anti-bribery and corruption related matters. The team also excels at handling whistleblowing investigations and compliance policies. Dale Rayner is another key contact in the team.

A consortium of lawyers leads the Sydney-based white collar crime team at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP; Jason Gray, who leads on complex cross-border extradition proceedings and criminal fraud charges, Michelle Fox, who handles international investment scams in the cryptocurrency sector, Beau Deleuil, who advises on major domestic investigations, Andrew Corkhill, who assists with ASIC related mandates, and Elan Sasson, who assists with alleged breaches of confidence and copyright infringement.