We are nationally recognised as a market leader in Funds Management, Real Estate, and Litigation. We collaborate, bringing together specialist skills and deep industry expertise across our focus areas so you can optimise your ability to create wealth, build successful businesses, and manage risk.
We understand that success in business today depends on creating value for our clients. At our core, you will find accurate and practical commercial solutions, distinct competence in our selected areas, flexibility, timely decisions, direct partner access, and close working relationships. Where possible, we give fixed fee quotes, set timeframes, and stick to both. These are all qualities our clients value and make it easy working with us for the long term.
Our strength is underpinned by the calibre of our people which sees our firm consistently ranked as industry leaders in Investment Funds and Real Estate Australia-wide (Chambers Asia Pacific). These and other awards demonstrate we consistently 'punch above our weight' alongside much larger national and international firms.
Our clients are drawn from all sectors of the economy throughout Australia and across international borders, from funds management, financial services, agribusiness, and property development, to SMEs, private equity, venture capital, private investors, accounting, legal, and other professions. Our commitment to service delivery is the same whether you are a top 100-listed company or a new business venture.
‘Sean is a quality lawyer who understands our needs and is very easy and straightforward to deal with.’ Chambers Asia Pacific
‘Excellent understanding of the laws relating to funds management and policy documents. Commercial and practical advice.’ Chambers Asia Pacific Guide
We are ranked as leaders in our focus industry sectors – funds management and real estate
Congratulating Real Estate associate Matt Dolan on being named ‘One to Watch’ in 2024 Best Lawyers in Australia
Partner Emma Donaghue is named in Best Lawyers in Australia for Banking and Finance Law
‘They are respected in the funds management industry and are pioneers in managed investment schemes.’ Chambers Asia Pacific Guide
‘They see the big picture across all real estate sectors, including commercial, industrial, and residential, as well as alternative asset classes.’ Chambers Asia Pacific Guide
Congratulating Funds Management associate Taylor Green on being chosen as a finalist in the 2023 Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Awards
‘Langton is very commercially aware and always speedy with his responses' … 'he's also very knowledgeable about a wide range of legal issues and his client service is exemplary.' Chambers Asia Pacific
‘They have a unique understanding of the legal and strategic issues involved in the acquisition, development, management, and disposal of properties by developers and managers.’ Chambers Asia Pacific Guide
Recognised for Real Property Law in Best Lawyers in Australia
Recognised in Best Lawyers in Australia for Corporate Law
‘Our overall impression is that they are a great firm that provides good advice in a timely manner.’ Chambers Asia Pacific Guide
‘Sean is a commercially savvy and broad-thinking lawyer who adds value to commercial contexts and produces documents that not only meet our purpose but are also easy to read, even for complex transactions.’ Chambers Asia Pacific
‘McMahon Clarke is highly responsive with deep knowledge and experience in investment funds, and they are very commercial and practical at the same time.’ Chambers Asia Pacific Guide
‘They can see the big picture across the investment fund life cycle and always consider the financial parameters.’ Chambers Asia Pacific Guide
‘They have been very effective in partnering with us ... their service is first class and they make you feel they are an extension of your own team.’ Chambers Asia Pacific Guide
‘They looked at the bigger picture and the end result rather than point-scoring on items that were not critical to the outcome.’ Chambers Asia Pacific Guide
‘McMahon Clarke’s team punches above its weight. It is a boutique funds practice which is very good at property funds and fund restructuring work.’ Chambers Asia Pacific Guide
Partner Sean McMahon is named Lawyer of the Year for Investment Funds and Funds Management in Best Lawyers in Australia
'Langton’s outstanding technically and experienced across all facets of funds.’ Chambers Asia Pacific
‘I am extremely happy ... they are fantastic and I cannot speak highly enough of them.’ Chambers Asia Pacific Guide
