Andrew Bailey

Andrew Bailey is a seasoned legal practitioner with over two decades of experience in corporate and commercial litigation, as well as regulatory matters. He brings a wealth of knowledge from his tenure at top-tier law firms in Melbourne and London. Notably, Andrew served as an associate to Justice John Middleton at the Federal Court of Australia, enriching his understanding of judicial processes at a high level. With a formidable background as a commercial barrister at the Victorian Bar, Andrew developed a distinguished reputation, participating in some of the most challenging and significant cases in the Victorian Supreme Court and the Federal Court over the last decade. His deep familiarity with courtroom proceedings and advocacy enables him to expertly navigate the complexities of litigation, providing clients with strategic, transparent, and astute guidance. In 2021, Andrew transitioned from the Bar to join Strongman & Crouch as a Principal, with the goal of forging closer client relationships and delivering tailored solutions to meet client needs. His practice encompasses a broad spectrum of commercial, corporate, and banking disputes. Key areas of focus include commercial contracts, trade practices, regulation, partnership and directorship issues, insolvency, property, and insurance law. Andrew is adept at advising on matters such as commercial and insurance contracts, business and share sales and acquisitions, as well as trade and regulatory compliance, particularly concerning ASIC, ACCC, and Innovation Australia. Andrew’s prowess is further endorsed by his recognition in Doyles’ Leading Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution Lawyers – Victoria 2024, where he is one of the few solicitors from a boutique firm to be listed, alongside his colleague Jonathan Joseph. Renowned for his strategic acumen, Andrew is committed to resolving disputes amicably and efficiently, and, when litigation is unavoidable, ensuring his clients are well-positioned for success.