Deren Hassan

Deren Hassan is a widely respected principal lawyer, renowned for his expertise in commercial disputes. With an impressive history of resolving intricate, high-stakes matters across varied jurisdictions, Deren excels in litigation, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution. His renowned strategic acumen and commercial insight position him as a trusted advisor to prominent corporates, institutional landlords, and high-profile clients in sectors such as business, real estate, retail, financial services, manufacturing, franchising, and healthcare. Deren has extensive experience in superior and appellate courts and is a recognised authority in lease disputes, representing key market players such as shopping centre owners and landlords. He is adept at handling urgent interlocutory applications and provides expert advice on complex contractual disputes, breaches of fiduciary duty, and matters under the Corporations Act 2001 and Australian Consumer Law. His broad representation spans ASX-listed companies, financial institutions, and healthcare organisations, among others. Deren is also experienced in emerging fields like cryptocurrency disputes and regulatory litigation. Furthermore, as a trained mediator, he has facilitated resolutions for the NSW Small Business Commissioner. Deren's career includes significant roles at Russell Kennedy, Mills Oakley, Eakin McCaffery Cox, and Landerer & Company. He began his legal journey with De Marco Lawyers and holds a Bachelor of Laws from QUT and a Bachelor of Arts from Monash University. Deren has also undertaken leadership training, equipping him with a comprehensive toolkit to navigate the complexities of modern legal challenges effectively.