Sarina Roppolo

Sarina is a seasoned legal advisor, acting for a diverse portfolio of public and private companies, financial institutions, and individuals across the spectrum of advisory, insolvency, and litigious matters. Her wealth of experience and deep knowledge of the legal landscape enable her to provide comprehensive guidance to her clients. Sarina has represented numerous clients in significant and complex legal issues, showcasing her acumen and expertise. Notably, she has advised a major private public company on all facets of its business operations and governance. She has also played a crucial role in representing the major funder of Australia’s largest recent insolvent group, offering counsel regarding the funder’s bilateral and syndicated facilities, dealings with the group’s deed administrators, and resolving disputes involving invoice financing. Her proficiency extends to handling the insolvency and subsequent restructuring of a large manufacturing and franchising group. During these proceedings, Sarina managed several disputes that escalated to litigation in the Supreme Court of NSW. Her litigation prowess is further demonstrated in her successful navigation of a contractual dispute across various levels of the judicial system, culminating in the High Court. Sarina’s expertise is not limited to insolvency and litigation; she also excels in building and property development disputes, adept at representing builders, property owners, developers, and funders. While her courtroom experience is extensive, Sarina prioritises advising clients on alternative strategies to avoid litigation, helping them steer clear of potential pitfalls. Her outstanding contributions to the legal field have been recognised in multiple prestigious publications. Sarina was named a 2019 Best Lawyer for Insolvency and Reconstruction in the Australian Financial Review, featured in the 2018 edition of the Legal 500 Asia Pacific, and acknowledged in the IFLR1000 Guide to Leading Financial Law Firms. Sarina’s dedication to her clients and her commitment to achieving favourable outcomes make her a trusted and invaluable advisor in the legal landscape.