Podcast: Matthew Hawker with special guest, Senior Member Tavoularis of the AAT

21 May 2020

Matthew Hawker
Partner
Sparke Helmore Lawyers

Matthew Hawker
Partner
Sparke Helmore Lawyers
t: +61 7 3016 5085

As a highly regarded specialist lawyer who practises exclusively in administrative law litigation and Commonwealth compensation claims, Matthew leads Sparke Helmore’s national Government Administrative Law service line. Bringing extensive experience, Matthew advises on and represents Commonwealth agencies, licensees and insurers in merits review and judicial review matters. Matthew has also undertaken multiple Agency secondments throughout his career. His specialised technical knowledge is coupled with a thorough and highly effective approach, enabling Matthew and his team to deliver robust strategic solutions and strong litigation outcomes for clients. Matthew was listed as a Leading Administrative and Public Lawyer in Doyle’s Guide 2021.

Leading Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) practitioner and Sparke Helmore Partner, Matthew Hawker, sits down with special guest Senior Member Tavoularis of the AAT to discuss how the AAT has responded to the COVID-19 crisis, and the current and future course of litigation in that forum. In an open and intriguing discussion, the Senior Member shares his observations on digital hearings, offers some tips for parties and practitioners on conducting litigation in the current environment, and offers some important insights on the longer-term future of AAT litigation.

To listen to the podcast, you can click on COVIDsafe litigation in the AAT link to be directed to Sparke Helmore's podcast page on our website or listen on Podbean through The Sparke Cast host page.