Background
Qualifications
- Master of Laws (University College London) 2016
- Bachelor of Arts with the Degree of Bachelor of Laws (Macquarie University) 2012
Matt works in all areas of law with a particular passion for administrative and planning and environment law. He brings his diverse knowledge and skills to bear on a range of disputes including in employment law, anti-discrimination law, commercial law, property, and consumer and commercial law, across state and federal jurisdictions. He appears both unled and led in all Courts and Tribunals from the Court of Appeal thorugh to the Local Court and NCAT.
Matt adopts a strategic, collaborative and results-focused approach to all matters.
Matt previously completed a Master of Laws with Distinction at University College London, focusing on constitutional and national security law, and worked as an Associate at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal.
Professional Recognition
Best Lawyers Australia - Ones to Watch 2026 for Planning & Environment
Doyle’s Guide ‘Planning & Environment - NSW, 2025’ - Leading
Doyle’s Guide ‘Planning & Environment - NSW, 2024’ - Recommended
Matt's Notable Cases
Belle Living Pty Ltd v Randwick City Council [2024] NSWLEC 1364 (led by J Lazarus SC). Planning and Environment.
Vortex Developments Pty Ltd trading as Plannex Environmental Planning v The Council of the Municipality of Kiama [2024] NSWLEC 1755 (led by M Wright SC). Planning and Environment.
Blackman v Dungog Shire Council [2024] NSWLEC 1792 (unled). Planning and Environment.
PDS Engineering Division Pty Ltd v North Sydney Council [2024] NSWLEC 1722 (led by M Wright SC). Planning and Environment.
KRV Investments Pty Ltd v Liverpool City Council [2024] NSWLEC 1738 (unled). Planning and Environment.
In the matter of Netlinkz Limited (2024 – Supreme Court) (unled). Commercial.
Fairfield City Council v Camilleri [2024] NSWLEC 56 (unled). Contempt.
Inquests and Inquiries into the 2019/2020 NSW Bushfire Season. Coronial.
Practice Area: Inquests & Inquiries
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