Rodrigo Cerda Salas

Rodrigo Cerda Salas serves as a Senior Associate at Gavin Parsons and Associates, bringing a robust legal background bolstered by his education from the University of Sydney and Western Sydney University. His academic accolades include a Bachelor of Laws, a Bachelor of Arts, and a Bachelor of Music with Distinction, which earned him the Dean’s Medal. Rodrigo is a highly knowledgeable lawyer with extensive experience in commercial law and litigation, particularly focusing on insolvency, insurance, and taxation law. His career has seen him effectively manage both litigious and non-litigious matters across various Australian jurisdictions, including the Superior Courts such as the Federal Court of Australia and the Supreme Courts of New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, and Western Australia. Rodrigo's client portfolio is diverse, ranging from individuals and small enterprises to major national and international companies, including some of Australia's largest insurers. Before entering private practice as a litigator in 2011, Rodrigo gained significant commercial advisory experience at global firms like Deloitte, where he honed his proficiency in direct and indirect tax issues. His legal capability and versatility are evidenced by his ability to service diverse client needs effectively. Rodrigo has a proven track record in commercial litigation, handling matters in courts at various levels, including contractual, insolvency, and insurance law disputes. His insolvency expertise includes advising and acting for liquidators, administrators, and creditors on a plethora of issues like preference claims and insolvent transactions. In commercial law, Rodrigo is skilled in drafting and negotiating contracts, shareholder agreements, employment contracts, and much more. His expertise extends into employment law, providing guidance and representation in employment disputes, unfair dismissal, and adverse action claims. Alongside his extensive legal career, Rodrigo has nurtured an interest in the arts, music and public policy, reflecting his interdisciplinary education in Arts and Music. His engaging and professional manner, combined with his intellectual prowess and work ethic, makes him a reliable choice for addressing varied legal needs.