Monica Allen

Monica is a distinguished media and commercial litigation lawyer, renowned for her adept handling of intricate and high-stakes multi-party litigation within the Supreme Court and Federal Court of Australia. Her proficiency encompasses a wide array of legal domains, including defamation and media law, corporate governance, financial services litigation, as well as contractual and commercial disputes. With a career marked by high-profile representations, Monica has provided exceptional legal counsel and representation to individuals, businesses, and media organisations. Her expertise is particularly concentrated in areas such as defamation, brand and reputation management, and copyright matters. Monica is frequently called upon to advise media entities on pre-publication considerations and act on their behalf in disputes stemming from published content. Monica is celebrated for her pragmatic and strategically sound advice, consistently tailored to meet the unique objectives of each client. Her adeptness in navigating complex legal issues within demanding contexts is complemented by her steadfast commitment to exceptional client and stakeholder management. Monica's approach is distinctively characterised by her capacity to deliver commercially aligned solutions to the most challenging legal predicaments. Her practice notably includes areas such as media and defamation litigation, commercial litigation, regulatory investigations and enforcement, and class actions, reflecting her broad legal acumen and dedication to client success.