Simon Morris

Simon Morris serves as the Managing Partner at Morris Mennilli, bringing over thirty years of experience in resolving high-profile and complex commercial disputes across various industries. Known for his practical and analytical approach, Simon is highly regarded for his calm and composed demeanour, especially under pressure. His extensive practice encompasses acting for plaintiffs and defendants in complex disputes within the Supreme Court and Federal Court. Simon has been involved in representative actions under the Corporations Act, class action settlement approvals, and breaches of trust and fiduciary duties. His expertise extends to shareholder rights, directors' and trustees' responsibilities, and the criminal aspects of the Corporations Act. Additionally, Simon's practice includes aviation law, private international law, foreign state immunity, and compliance with sanctions and financial services regulations. A frequent advisor on matters relating to AFCA complaints, ASIC investigations, and commissions of inquiry, Simon contributes to the legal profession through authoring the Australian chapters of Litigation Funding - Getting the Deal Through and The Global Damages Review. His practice focuses on class actions, corporate and commercial disputes, regulatory investigations, administrative decision review, and third-party litigation funding. Notable achievements include obtaining class action settlement approvals and defending major airlines against international claims. Simon has advised global corporations on sanctions and regulatory compliance and represented clients in franchising code disputes and consumer credit protection matters. Simon's prowess in litigation includes successfully challenging AFCA determinations in the Supreme Court, recovering substantial investor losses, and representing high-profile cases before royal commissions and inquiries. Educated at the University of Adelaide, Simon holds both LLB and BA degrees, grounding his illustrious career in a robust academic foundation.