HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED WITH PLN LAWYERS SYDNEY FOR AND WHAT WERE YOU DOING BEFORE HAND?

I commenced as a solicitor at PLN in October 2009. Prior to this I completed a double degree of Law and Arts in Communication at the University of Technology Sydney and at the University of Ottawa, Canada. During my studies I interned at two large media corporations and also volunteered at a community legal centre based in Sydney.
After completing my studies I acquired an internship in a prominent commercial law firm in Amsterdam, the Netherlands where I acted in several international commercial transactions and disputes. I enjoyed the cross jurisdictional commercial work and this lead me to PLN’s doorstep back home.

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES?

I advise PLN’s local and foreign clients on corporate, commercial and financing transactions which are usually multi-jurisdictional, including advising on corporate and regulatory matters.

WHAT IS IT YOU ENJOY MOST FROM YOUR WORK ?

The variety of the work and the diversity of jurisdictions in which PLN advises ensures there’s never a dull moment. PLN has clients throughout the Pacific region and often one matter will span across several jurisdictions. It’s great working with colleagues who have lived and worked up in the Pacific Islands, who have extensive knowledge in applying the law in these jurisdictions.  

WHAT IS YOUR NO. 1 TRAVEL DESTINATION IN THE PACIFIC AND WHY?

My favourite place (so far) is Mana Island in Fiji. The ocean’s pristine, there’s plenty of sun, and the snorkelling, windsurfing and sailing was a lot of fun.

BEST BAR AND RESTAURANT IN THE PACIFIC?

South Beach Restaurant and Bar on the water’s edge of Mana Island. Friendly staff, great view, yummy seafood, and the pina coladas aren’t too bad either.

WHAT IS YOUR TIP FOR TRAVELLING THROUGHOUT THE PACIFIC?

Take plenty of sunscreen, it is HOT.  

PLN Team Rowing Near Spit Bridge, Mosman	Nitij Pal, Stephen Clugston, Anthony McFarlane, Helen Eales and Lucille Schnierer preparing to run 5.6km in the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge

This article has been prepared for the general information of clients and contacts of PLN Lawyers Sydney and the affiliated firms of the Pacific Legal Network. While it deals with and comments on the law in specific areas it is not intended nor should it be used, as a substitute for specific legal advice as legal counsel may only be given in response to inquiries regarding particular situations.

PLN News December 2009