Buchanan Rees Dispute Lawyers

Buchanan Rees Dispute Lawyers in Commercial Property law caters to the diverse needs of owners, managers, and lessees across various sectors, such as office premises, shopping centres, supermarkets, and industrial sites. We have a rich history of managing complex transactions and disputes, illustrated by our involvement in high-profile litigations like the $500 million case for a NSW government entity in the Supreme Court concerning a suite of contracts for a private hospital and car park. Additionally, our representation of a property owner in the Federal Court regarding the sale of Australia's largest pastoral company underscores our capacity to navigate high-stakes proceedings. Further demonstrating our comprehensive services, we have advised fund managers in multi-billion dollar disputes involving co-owned shopping centres and efficiently resolved numerous tenancy issues, including Covid-19 rent relief negotiations. Our experience extends to facilitating development projects in the Sydney CBD and addressing intricate landlord-tenant disputes. By combining strategic insight with a tailored approach, we are committed to achieving outcomes that closely align with our clients' commercial aspirations.

Buchanan Rees Dispute Lawyers demonstrates significant expertise in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) disputes, representing both acquirers and vendors in complex legal matters. The firm's extensive experience includes handling claims for breach of contractual warranty, misleading or deceptive conduct, and issues of non-compliance with completion accounting requirements. Their successful litigation record spans various esteemed legal forums, such as the NSW Court of Appeal and the High Court, highlighting their effective advocacy in high-stakes cases. Their portfolio encompasses a range of substantial engagements, such as representing vendors in disputes over deferred purchase price payments and managing Federal Court proceedings regarding misleading conduct in multimillion-dollar transactions. Buchanan Rees's capability extends to resolving intricate disputes through arbitration and expert determination, tackling challenges involving tax liabilities and deferred considerations with adept legal strategies. Their proficient handling of complex contractual issues for clients across sectors, including financial services, property, and logistics, underscores the firm's comprehensive skill in navigating the multifaceted realm of M&A disputes.

Buchanan Rees Dispute Lawyers provides expert representation in financial services law, adeptly managing significant disputes and regulatory investigations across the sector. The firm's experience includes pivotal cases such as the largest shareholder class action in Australian history in the Federal Court, involving claims of approximately $150 million, as well as advising on a $2 billion litigation matter in the Supreme Court of Victoria. Their capabilities extend to handling proceedings related to contributions to Small APRA Funds and submitting applications for judicial advice, showcasing their extensive engagement with major financial entities. In addition to litigation, Buchanan Rees offers strategic guidance in regulatory investigations conducted by bodies such as ASIC and APRA. They have represented substantial financial organisations and their authorised representatives within the financial planner networks. The firm's adept handling of cases for officers and employees during detailed investigations under critical provisions of the ASIC and SIS Acts further underscores their comprehensive expertise in the financial services legal landscape.