Rodrigo Haddad is the founder and Principal Lawyer of Newman Alvarez Lawyers, bringing over eight years of experience in the realms of commercial law, litigation, and insolvency. He is esteemed for his strategic acumen and dedication to delivering practical, result-oriented outcomes in complex legal situations. As a Law Institute of Victoria Accredited Specialist in Commercial Litigation, coupled with an ARITA Advanced Certification in Insolvency, Rodrigo exhibits profound expertise in navigating disputes and financial restructuring. He handles high-stakes, time-sensitive cases, offering clients clear guidance, robust advocacy, and commercially astute advice. Rodrigo's core expertise includes commercial litigation, addressing disputes related to contracts, shareholders, partnerships, and misleading conduct. In insolvency and restructuring, he represents creditors, companies, liquidators, and trustees. His practical approach extends to dispute resolution and enforcement, managing injunctions, urgent applications, and strategic enforcement proceedings. In commercial transactions, Rodrigo advises on business sales, acquisitions, shareholder agreements, and provides comprehensive advisory services. With a focus on clarity, efficiency, and commercial insight, Rodrigo delivers advice that is both legally robust and aligned with business objectives. His dual experience in litigation and transactions enables him to offer holistic guidance, anticipating risks and resolving issues proactively. Fluent in English and Spanish, Rodrigo caters to local and international clients, ensuring culturally sensitive and accessible legal services. At Newman Alvarez Lawyers, the emphasis is on nurturing long-term client relationships grounded in trust, transparency, and consistent success. Rodrigo's extensive career includes serving as a Senior Associate and Associate at marshalls+dent+wilmoth, where he honed his skills in commercial litigation and dispute resolution. Earlier roles at CLH Lawyers and Harrick Lawyers further enriched his expertise. His legal journey began as a Senior Paralegal at London Borough of Lambeth. Rodrigo's educational background is equally distinguished, with a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Commerce from Deakin University, an Advanced Diploma of Legal Practice from The College of Law Australia, and an ARITA Advanced Certification in Insolvency from the University of Technology Sydney.
Principal
Newman Alvarez Lawyers
Feb 2026 - Present • 9 months
Senior Associate
marshalls+dent+wilmoth
Feb 2025 - Feb 2026 • 1 year
Associate
marshalls+dent+wilmoth
Mar 2022 - Feb 2025 • 2 years 11 months
Lawyer
CLH Lawyers
Mar 2020 - Mar 2022 • 2 years
Lawyer
Harrick Lawyers
Nov 2018 - Feb 2020 • 1 year 3 months
Senior Paralegal
London Borough of Lambeth
Mar 2017 - Oct 2018 • 1 year 7 months
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom
Deakin University
ARITA Advanced Certification, Advanced Insolvency
University of Technology Sydney
Advanced Diploma of Legal Practice
The College of Law Australia
Bachelor of Laws - LLB
Deakin University
Victorian Certificate of Education
Salesian College Chadstone
2009
Last checked: 7 Aug 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services Board
