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Commissions of Inquiry

Commissions of Inquiry and Royal Commissions are launched to forensically investigate and make public findings and recommendations about individuals, organisations and matters of public concern – usually regarding a specific incident or series of allegations.

Often Commissions of Inquiry and Royal Commissions involve contentious and complex issues and attract significant media attention. The hearings themselves and the recommendations that result from them could have a very serious impact on businesses, key individuals or entire industries.

To ensure the best possible outcome for you or your business, your legal team needs to understand the processes and procedures that apply in a Commission of Inquiry or Royal Commission and how to handle the commercial and legal issues that they can give rise to.

Guiding clients through the process

Cooper Grace Ward has significant experience in:

  • advising on strategic issues relating to Commissions of Inquiry and Royal Commissions
  • representing clients in Commissions of Inquiry and Royal Commissions including large organisations and key individuals and senior executives
  • assisting clients with preparing statements and other documents in responses to requests for information
  • preparing clients for the process of giving evidence.

Notable Commissions of Inquiry and Royal Commissions

Some examples of Commissions of Inquiry and Royal Commissions where Cooper Grace Ward has assisted clients include:

    • The Fitzgerald Inquiry (1987-1989)
    • Royal Commission into the Building and Construction Industry (2001-2003)
    • Bundaberg Hospital Commission of Inquiry (2005)
    • Queensland Floods Commission of Inquiry (2011-2012)
    • Queensland Health Payroll System Commission of Inquiry (2013)
    • Queensland Rail Train Crewing Practices Commission of Inquiry (2016)
    • Commission of Inquiry into New Generation Rollingstock Trains (2018).

    Our litigation and dispute resolution team is experienced not only in providing specialist support to clients, but also in engaging with the wide variety of government and community stakeholders who are often involved in these matters.

    For advice relating to a Commission of Inquiry, call (07) 3231 2444 or email one of our key contacts directly.

    Key contacts

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    Rocco Russo
    Partner
    Miranda-Klibbe-web
    Miranda Klibbe
    Partner
    Mali-new
    Mali Karunaratne
    Special Counsel
    Brock Morgan
    Brock Morgan
    Special Counsel

    Publications

    The Legal 500 recognises Cooper Grace Ward’s Dispute Resolution team

    Cooper Grace Ward’s Dispute Resolution team continues to be recognised as a leading practice, being included in The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2019 rankings of leading law firms and lawyers for Dispute Resolution.

    Rocco Russo recognised as outstanding lawyer in Asia Pacific dispute rankings

    Rocco Russo leads the Dispute Resolution and Litigation practice at Cooper Grace Ward and has been recognised by Chambers & Partners as one of the most outstanding lawyers within the Asia Pacific Region in dispute resolution, and the highest ranked from Brisbane.