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Reputation Archive
Competition Leading light Aldo Nicotra [Partner] handles all areas of competition and consumer protection, recently representing ESPN in an investigation by the Indonesian competition regulator into anti-competitive behaviour. Sources commend him as “commercial and practical.” “Brilliant lawyer” John Kench [Partner] is highly experienced in mergers and cartel issues; notable work includes advising Seven Network and the Australian Communication Media Authority on litigation and acquisition matters. John Kench and Aldo Nicotra [Partners] are listed as 'Leaders in their Field' in the area of Competition/Antitrust. Aldo Nicotra [Partner] is listed as a leading expert and pre-eminent practitioner. Johnson Winter & Slattery is highly recommended in the area
of competition / anti trust. “Aldo Nicotra [Partner] is highly praised for his all-round astute
knowledge of competition law matters. He has wide ranging experience
in cartel investigations and the defence of price-fixing allegations
with particular strength in the airline sector.” “John Kench [Partner] is lauded for his expertise in handling complex
merger control cases and business arrangements.” “The firm has an impressive client roster that includes major
Australian public companies and multinationals. Consequently, the
competition team has roles in some of the biggest matters in the
country.” John Kench [Partner] is listed as a leading individual in the area of Competition
and Trade. “Clients discern a ‘high quality team’ that attracts
correspondingly high profile work. Although it is leaner than some
of its competitors, clients are more satisfied that the team is
‘well resourced and as driven as they come’. John Kench [Partner] is billed as a "technically brilliant lawyer". “Aldo Nicotra [Partner] provides clients with ‘excellent advice
- he is really commercial and practical.’ Advising Qantas on
a range of competition matters in Australia as well as overseas
has accounted for a good proportion of his time, as has assisting
Insurance Australia Group (NRMA) with the competition law implications
of certain of its strategic initiatives.” John Kench and Aldo Nicotra [Partners] were listed as recommended individuals.
Aldo Nicotra and John Kench [Partners] were listed as leading individuals. Johnson Winter & Slattery is listed as a leading firm in the
area of Competition / Anti trust. John Kench and Aldo Nicotra [Partners] were listed as highly recommended
individuals. Corporate Clients identify one of the firm’s main strengths as its “low partner to associate ratio, which equates to a high level of input and personal attention from experienced partners.” Damian Reichel [Partner] is listed under 'Leaders in their Field' in the area of Corporate / M&A. Johnson Winter & Slattery’s M & A team was ranked within the top 10 Australian firms in terms of M & A activity in Australia by CONNECT 4 - 2007 Mergers & Acquisitions Legal Advisors Survey Damian Reichel [Partner] is listed amongst the world's leading Merger
& Acquisition lawyers. “Despite being less well known internationally in comparison
to the Australian legal frontrunners, Johnson Winter & Slattery
is quietly making a name for itself, building up its corporate practice
and its repertoire of clients. The firm earned credit for its role
in advising Allco Equity Partners and Allco Finance Group on their
involvement in the highly publicized A$11.1 billion consortium takeover
offer for Qantas Airlines by Airline Partners Australia (APA).” “The corporate group at Johnson Winter & Slattery has
‘made considerable headway’ under the ‘impressive
leadership’ of Damian Reichel [Partner]. Clients said he ‘never
fails in getting to the point and providing excellent advice’.
” “Johnson Winter & Slattery was involved in the A$11.1bn
bid for Qantas, as well as in Santos’ bid for Queensland Gas
Company. The team advised Envestra, a major energy infrastructure
owner, on its bid for the Brisbane gas distribution network of Allgas
from ENERGEX and was retained by the Australian Communications and
Media Authority to advise on the anticipated transactions to arise
from the relaxing of foreign ownership and cross-media restrictions.” Damian Reichel [Partner] is listed as a leading individual in the area of
Corporate / M & A. Damian Reichel [Partner] was nominated as a leading individual in the area
of Corporate / M & A. Johnson Winter & Slattery is listed as a recommended firm
in the area of Corporate / M & A. Damian Reichel [Partner] was nominated as a highly recommended individual. Energy & Natural Resources This firm’s 11-partner energy practice impresses clients with “the strength of its lawyers, its knowledge of its clients’ businesses and the practical, commercial solutions it offers." Peter Rose [Partner] is described as “One of the most experienced energy lawyers in Australia, he performs well in negotiations and displays a thorough understanding of commercial issues,” say sources. Rick Malone [Partner] has in-depth expertise of the mining sector. He is a highly regarded lawyer whom clients “value for the knowledge and support he provides." Peter Rose, Paul Turner, Rick Malone and Michael Dulaney [Partners] are listed as 'Leaders in their Field' in the area of Energy & Natural Resources. Peter Slattery [Partner] is listed a leading Australian lawyer (as judged
by his peers) in the categories of Natural Resources and Oil &
Gas. Michael Dulaney [Partner] is listed as a leading individual in the category
of Energy & Natural Resources. Peter Rose [Partner] is listed as a leading individual in the area of Energy
and Resources. “The team also advised Santos on its proposed acquisition
of QGC, and is working with Aurora Energy, a Tasmania government-owned
company with a current monopoly in the Tasmanian electricity distribution
and retail sectors, on the introduction of Tasmania into the national
electric market. Peter Rose and Rohan Madders [Partners] are well-respected.“ Peter Rose [Partner] was listed as highly recommended. Peter Rose [Partner] was listed as a leading individual. Peter Rose [Partner] was listed as recommended individual. Peter Rose [Partner] was listed as recommended individual. “The practice at Johnson Winter & Slattery is perceived
to be gathering pace, with Peter Rose [Partner] in Melbourne being commended
as ‘a dream to deal with’. Rose is particularly active
on the interface between energy and resources and competition, particularly
where the oil and gas sectors are concerned.” Insolvency & Reconstruction David Proudman [Partner] is listed a leading Australian lawyer (as judged by his peers) in the area of Insolvency & Reorganisation. David Proudman [Partner] was listed as a recommended individual in the area of Restructuring & Insolvency. David Proudman [Partner] was listed as a recommended individual in the area of Restructuring & Insolvency. Media Mark O'Brien [Partner] has been growing the media practice at Johnson Winter & Slattery. He is a leading media litigator whose representations include acting for PBL and the Australian Rugby League in the Super League dispute with News Limited. Mark O'Brien [Partner] is listed under 'Leaders in their Field' in the area of Media. "Defamation specialist Mark O'Brien [Partner] recently left Gilbert + Tobin to join Johnson Winter & Slattery. Sources describe him as an “extremely capable, versatile and experienced lawyer.” His practice focuses on media transactions". Despite its small size, this team has “an outstanding group of individual partners who have an exceptional grasp of the technical issues.” Interviewees praise the accessibility of the firm’s senior practitioners: “Clients get the benefit of the partners’ skills and experience directly and effectively at all levels of any project,” commented one client. The team has added new high-profile clients to its portfolio and is “expanding and attracting some very good partners and senior lawyers.” Richard Gelski [Partner] receives rave reviews for his “strong commercial insight” and his ability to “get to the heart of a problem quickly and efficiently.” His practice concentrates on the tax implications of cross-border investments, corporate structuring, M&A, capital raising and property trust structures. Johnson Winter & Slattery acts for Allco and DCA, advising on high-end strategic or contentious matters. Richard Gelski [Partner] is highly regarded by clients and peers. Johnson Winter & Slattery's corporate team generates high-end tax work of a strategic or litigious nature. Clients include Allco, DCA and the Australian Olympic Committee. Richard Gelski [Partner] is recommended. Click here to view previous Rankings
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