Madhu Kanta

Glebe, NSW

About Madhu

Madhu Kanta serves as a Partner at Integrated Legal, a boutique practice in Sydney esteemed for its commercial and governance legal work with small and medium enterprises, professional associations, and purpose-driven organisations. Under Madhu's leadership since 2015, the firm excels in providing strategic, practical, and cost-effective legal solutions. The practice prides itself on combining top-tier legal expertise with a steadfast commitment to integrity and impact, helping clients navigate complex regulatory environments with confidence. Madhu’s extensive expertise spans commercial contracting, employment, compliance, dispute resolution, and organisational governance, with a particular focus on sustainable growth and ethical business practices. In the realm of technology transactions, Madhu has a wealth of experience in handling infrastructure outsourcing contracts, Master Services Agreements, procurement agreements, teaming, contract variations, non-disclosure agreements, and various supply chain agreements. Before joining Integrated Legal, Madhu held the position of General Counsel for the Asia-Pacific region at Westcon Group Australia, where he directed legal, risk, and governance operations across multiple jurisdictions. His role involved advising on cross-border risk, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance, as well as negotiating complex international contracts and supporting regional corporate expansion initiatives. Prior to this, Madhu was a Senior Associate at Blake Dawson, where he provided comprehensive legal counsel to Commonwealth departments and agencies on public law, regulatory, and commercial matters. His work involved advising on governance, statutory interpretation, and administrative decision-making, as well as representing major government clients in high-profile legal proceedings. At DLA Piper, he gained significant experience in compensation claims and policy implementation, while managing intricate litigation and authoring significant texts in workers' compensation law. Madhu began his career at Sparke Helmore Lawyers, where he managed litigation and advisory matters for government agencies, insurers, and corporates, regularly appearing in tribunals and courts. His work included handling workers’ compensation, insurance liability, and statutory interpretation cases. Alongside his legal practice, Madhu has contributed as a Guest Academic at the Australian National University, enriching the legal community with his knowledge and experience. He holds a Bachelor of Law from the University of Sydney, a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from The College of Law, and a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance from Flinders University.