Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Thomson Geer provides legal solutions for large and complex litigation and dispute matters.

We understand that being involved in a dispute is disruptive and can take on a life of its own. Our approach to dispute resolution encourages early intervention and strategic analysis of the prospects of resolution at an early stage. 

Thomson Geer operates in all jurisdictions in Australia and provides advice and assistance on matters including intellectual property, alternative dispute resolution, class actions, multi-party litigation, building and construction disputes, and project management.

We understand that successful dispute resolution relies on focused and proactive strategic advice, supported by decisive action implemented as quickly and cost efficiently as possible. 

We work with clients at an early stage to identify their drivers and ultimate strategic objectives, which enables us to advise on the most effective strategy and approach when faced with a dispute or potentially litigious situation.

We're proud of our track record of driving commercially beneficial outcomes for our clients, whether through formal legal proceedings or the various alternative dispute resolution processes available.

Our clients include public and private corporations, partnerships and individuals, and government agencies.

Class actions


The class actions space in Australia has never been so active. Fuelled by a competitive litigation funding market and a robust regulatory environment, clients can find themselves on the receiving end of a class action or considering participating as a claimant or group member. Find out more on our Class Actions page.

Arbitration

We have extensive experience advising on arbitration practice and procedure and conducting high value, complex international and domestic arbitration proceedings. For more, please see our Arbitration page.

TG Legal + Technology


TG Legal + Technology is part of Thomson Geer. It is made up of lawyers, paralegals and support staff who specialise in providing high volume legal services across financial institutions, large employers, compensation statutory authorities, firms with significant property needs and retirement village operators.

Restructuring and Insolvency


We prioritise commercial objectives of our clients when their businesses face restructuring or insolvency events. For more, please go to our Restructuring and Insolvency page.

What others say

"Tier 5, Dispute Resolution: Litigation"
Legal 500, 2024, 2023, 2022
"Thomson Geer’s team was tireless and diligent in its application to the task of understanding and dealing with our case."
Client, Chambers Asia Pacific 2020
"Thomson Geer’s team is all very experienced and provides clear risk-based advice."
Client, Legal 500 2021
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Ben Coogan

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Bronwyn Lincoln

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Bronwyn Furse

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John Howard

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Michael O'Donnell

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Neil Hannan

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Norman Fryde

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