Leopold Bailey

Leopold Bailey is an accomplished associate at Quinn Emanuel’s Sydney office, where he has been integral since 2023. He concentrates on class actions and complex commercial litigation, bringing his wealth of experience from his previous tenure at Arnold Bloch Leibler, where he was immersed in general commercial, construction, and class action disputes. His proficiency in the legal field is further enriched by his experience as an Associate to a Justice of the Court of Appeal of the Supreme Court of Victoria, providing him with a robust understanding of appellate court procedures. Leo's legal journey is complemented by his military background as a Captain in the Australian Army Reserve. Since 2008, he has honed leadership and project management skills, notably developing standard operating procedures and an anti-piracy plan for the Australian Navy in 2014. He is an alumnus of the University of Melbourne, holding a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and International Relations, both achieved in 2016. His academic brilliance extends to his time as a research assistant at the university, contributing to prominent projects like the Global Competition and Consumer Law Masters program. Throughout his career, Leo has demonstrated a keen ability in legal research and editing, starting as a litigation paralegal at Isaacs Chambers and developing skills in drafting and document analysis. His editorial expertise was further showcased as an Assistant Editor for the Melbourne University Law Review. Bailey's dedication to the law is evident through his extensive involvement in various legal roles, including internships with the Judicial College of Victoria, where he contributed to significant legal publications, and the Department of Justice, Victoria, where his work supported compliance audits and cultural diversity initiatives. Leo's diverse experience positions him as a dynamic figure in the legal landscape.