White Legal

Brisbane, QLD

+6140827..

About Us

White Legal, established in 2011 by renowned energy lawyer Mark White, is a distinguished law firm dedicated solely to serving clients within the energy sector. With a team of seasoned professionals, each boasting over 20 years of legal experience, the firm is uniquely positioned to navigate the complexities of the industry. The team comprises experts drawn from top-tier law firms and elite in-house teams, bringing a depth of expertise to every engagement. At the heart of White Legal's practice is its involvement in some of the largest energy transactions in Australia, along with a pivotal role in the evolution of the privatised electricity industry. The firm addresses a comprehensive range of energy-related matters, from regulatory guidance and mergers and acquisitions to offtake, connection, and access arrangements. Dispute resolution is another key area where the firm excels, offering customised and sophisticated solutions. White Legal’s approach is centred on providing direct, tailored advice, eschewing large teams of junior lawyers in favour of delivering senior-level insights. This enables them to offer practical, strategic solutions that are precisely aligned with client needs. The firm's services extend to handling electricity, environmental products, gas, and weather derivatives; structuring electricity supply agreements; orchestrating mergers and acquisitions; and furnishing strategic regulatory advice. Committed to offering flexible engagement models, White Legal caters to diverse client requirements through secondments or hourly rate arrangements, ensuring that each client benefits from the firm’s distinctive blend of industry knowledge and legal acumen.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law

Litigation & Disputes

Specialisations

Commercial Law

White Legal has built a strong reputation in the energy sector, providing comprehensive legal support for a range of transactions and regulatory matters. With a wealth of experience in high-profile energy deals, the firm offers tailored legal advice covering areas such as electricity supply agreements, gas sale agreements, and the intricacies of market structures. The team's deep industry knowledge ensures that clients receive practical and effective solutions to their unique challenges, whether in mergers and acquisitions or navigating regulatory landscapes. The firm’s approach focuses on delivering customised advice directly from senior lawyers, allowing for a more strategic and pragmatic engagement with clients. By prioritising quality over quantity, White Legal stands out in an environment often populated by large teams of junior lawyers, ensuring that clients benefit from the insights of seasoned professionals who have played a pivotal role in shaping Australia's privatised electricity industry and its evolving market dynamics.

Litigation & Disputes

White Legal is renowned for its expertise in navigating the complexities of litigation and disputes within the energy sector. The firm’s extensive experience in handling significant energy transactions, along with its involvement in the privatised electricity industry, positions it to manage a diverse range of contentious matters. With a focus on delivering tailored, senior-level insights, White Legal provides sophisticated dispute resolution strategies that cater to the unique challenges faced by clients. The team’s depth of knowledge ensures that clients receive comprehensive support on regulatory disputes, contractual disagreements, and other litigation-related issues within the energy landscape. By prioritising direct and strategic advice, the firm equips clients with practical solutions to effectively address their disputes and achieve optimal outcomes.