Michael Syme

Partner. Melbourne.

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Michael has seen more than his fair share of disputes throughout his three decades in the world of litigation.

He has handled matters ranging from simple debt recovery to complex securities enforcement, involving issues such as integrity of securities, priority disputes, cheque and credit card fraud, and preference recovery proceedings.

His strong track record and sheer breadth of experience has garnered Michael industry recognition as a “Best Lawyer in Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution” (2010-2012).

Michael has seen more than his fair share of disputes throughout his three decades in the world of litigation.

He has handled matters ranging from simple debt recovery to complex securities enforcement, involving issues such as integrity of securities, priority disputes, cheque and credit card fraud, and preference recovery proceedings.

His strong track record and sheer breadth of experience has garnered Michael industry recognition as a “Best Lawyer in Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution” (2010-2012).

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“Lawyer of the Year - Melbourne Alternative Dispute Resolution” Best Lawyers Peer Review, 2012

Michael's Expertise

  • Major multinational superannuation dispute Acting for representative defendant in a construction/rectification case involving a defined benefit superannuation fund of a multinational company.
  • Melbourne Airport and Commonwealth Acting for Melbourne Airport and Commonwealth defending claim to enforce alleged easement brought by adjoining landowner, and related proceedings in VCAT and the AAT.
  • Acted for BrisConnections in relation to applications by unit holders to wind up the MIS.
  • Anaconda Nickel restructure Acted for bond-holders in relation to restructure through a court approved scheme of arrangement.

What others say

  • “Best Lawyer - Alternative Dispute Resolution” Best Lawyers Peer Review, 2010-2012
  • “Best Lawyer - Litigation” Best Lawyers Peer Review, 2010-2012
  • “Best Lawyer - Insolvency & Reorganisation” Best Lawyers Peer Review, 2012

Michael's Leadership

  • Insolvency Practitioners Association Member