Background
Paul James is an experienced restructuring and insolvency specialist and commercial litigator, advising across a broad spectrum of industries. He is the lead litigation/insolvency partner in Clayton Utz’ Melbourne office.
Paul has been the principal legal adviser on several recent high profile and complex restructuring and insolvency matters. In these matters, he often works alongside other members of the cross-disciplinary restructuring and insolvency team who have experience in corporate, finance, private equity and tax.
As a commercial litigator, Paul has extensive experience in a broad range of complex matters in numerous jurisdictions. He is often called upon to apply for and defend urgent injunction applications. He places a great emphasis on exploring all possible avenues of settlement, including innovative and creative resolutions that benefit his clients and avoid the potential costs associated with litigation.
Recognition
Voted by peers as one of Australia's Best Lawyers (2008 and 2009) in Insolvency and Reorganization.
