Infrastructure Access and Regulation

Infrastructure, access and regulation is one of the most innovative areas of law in Australia. Australia is one of only two countries in the world with a general (non-industry specific) legislative regime for third party access to services which draws heavily on economic doctrine and the US doctrine of essential facilities and EC equivalents.

Our lawyers have an in-depth experience across all aspects of third party access and regularly advise key commercial and government clients on these issues, such as the National Competition Council, and have advised on the only matter to have progressed to the arbitration phase. We've acted for clients in regulated industries such as water; transport and energy and resources, and are particularly experienced in the telecommunications specific access regime.

Our lawyers are known for combining a creative approach with a knowledge of our clients' businesses and our experience and expertise, so we come up with new solutions for our clients' complex issues. We offer an integrated skill base advising on infrastructure, access, regulation and litigation issues so our clients receive a constant and seamless service.