Amanda Banton

Amanda Banton serves as the Managing Partner of Banton Group, a leading litigation firm she established in February 2020. The firm is notable for its focus on insolvency cases, complex commercial disputes, and class actions, making it one of the largest private litigation practices in Australia. With almost two decades of legal experience, Amanda previously held significant positions at Squire Patton Boggs and Piper Alderman, where she managed extensive litigation practices. Her consulting roles with KPMG and the Federal Government further enrich her expertise. Amanda's practice covers a wide array of complex matters including insolvency, regulatory issues, corporate and commercial litigation, and class actions. Her scope includes issues related to contract law, corporate and ASIC legislation, competition and consumer law, and breaches of trust and fiduciary duties. Under her leadership, Banton Group has been at the forefront of litigation funding innovations, establishing a strong capital base to support complex cases. She has cultivated a team of highly skilled practitioners, including partners like Elliott Smith, Melissa Morgan, and Paul Smith, ensuring that client needs are efficiently met with superior outcomes. Amanda is recognised for her ability to build robust cases from the ground up, effectively managing stakeholder interests, including those of clients, funders, courts, and opposing counsel. Her strategic thinking and attention to detail have been instrumental in executing landmark cases that have shaped new legal precedents. Known for her commitment to deadlines and client expectations, Amanda adheres strictly to her legal and ethical duties. Her contributions to some of Australia's most intricate commercial and insolvency litigation cases have solidified her reputation as a distinguished leader in the field. Amanda's previous roles include partnerships at Squire Patton Boggs, focusing on insolvency and restructuring, and at Piper Alderman, where her work encompassed a broad range of corporate and commercial litigation, particularly within the Corporations legislation and trade practices. Her legal career is backed by a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws from the University of Adelaide.