Overview
A premier commercial law firm, Piper Alderman has offices in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. We work with clients across Australia and internationally to achieve optimum legal and commercial solutions.
Our legal expertise has been built on nearly two centuries of industry experience. Piper Alderman has been a leading advisor to commercial Australian interests for more than 175 years and we continue to advance in knowledge, skills and commitment. We listen to our clients, respond to their needs and guide them through increasingly complex regulatory and business landscapes.
As a united, national partnership we are able to work in teams and collaborate in a manner that enables us to harness our skills and network effectively for our clients. We understand the importance of building enduring client relationships and are absolutely committed to advancing our clients’ interests and helping them achieve their business goals.
Piper Alderman has a proud history of being at the forefront of many emerging areas of law, from landmark rulings to new legislation. In this way, our lawyers understand and contribute to Australia’s legal framework in ways that give our clients a special edge.
Rankings
National
Tier
1
National Ranking
Commercial LawTier
2
National Ranking
Alternative Dispute ResolutionTier
2
National Ranking
Construction / Infrastructure LawTier
2
National Ranking
Corporate LawTier
2
National Ranking
Labour and Employment LawTier
2
National Ranking
LitigationRegional
Adelaide
Tier
1
Adelaide
Agriculture and Rural AffairsTier
1
Adelaide
Alternative Dispute ResolutionTier
1
Adelaide
Asset Finance LawTier
1
Adelaide
Banking and Finance LawTier
1
Adelaide
Commercial LawTier
1
Adelaide
Construction / Infrastructure LawRankings
National
Tier
1
National Ranking
Commercial LawTier
2
National Ranking
Alternative Dispute ResolutionTier
2
National Ranking
Construction / Infrastructure LawTier
2
National Ranking
Corporate LawTier
2
National Ranking
Labour and Employment LawTier
2
National Ranking
LitigationTier
2
National Ranking
Mergers and Acquisitions LawTier
2
National Ranking
Real Property LawTier
3
National Ranking
Insolvency and Reorganization LawRegional
Adelaide
Tier
1
Adelaide
Agriculture and Rural AffairsTier
1
Adelaide
Alternative Dispute ResolutionTier
1
Adelaide
Asset Finance LawTier
1
Adelaide
Banking and Finance LawTier
1
Adelaide
Commercial LawTier
1
Adelaide
Construction / Infrastructure LawTier
1
Adelaide
Corporate LawTier
1
Adelaide
Leasing LawTier
1
Adelaide
LitigationTier
1
Adelaide
Natural Resources LawTier
1
Adelaide
Occupational Health and Safety LawTier
1
Adelaide
Project Finance and Development PracticeTier
1
Adelaide
Wealth Management / Succession Planning PracticeTier
2
Adelaide
Debt Capital Markets LawTier
2
Adelaide
Education LawTier
2
Adelaide
Energy LawTier
2
Adelaide
Hospitality and Tourism LawTier
2
Adelaide
Insolvency and Reorganization LawTier
2
Adelaide
Labour and Employment LawTier
2
Adelaide
Mergers and Acquisitions LawTier
2
Adelaide
Mining LawTier
2
Adelaide
Oil and Gas LawTier
2
Adelaide
Planning and Environmental LawTier
2
Adelaide
Real Property LawTier
2
Adelaide
Structured Finance LawTier
2
Adelaide
Tax LawTier
3
Adelaide
Corporate / Governance PracticeTier
3
Adelaide
Intellectual Property LawTier
3
Adelaide
Native Title LawBrisbane
Tier
1
Brisbane
Commercial LawTier
1
Brisbane
Insurance LawTier
1
Brisbane
Leasing LawTier
1
Brisbane
Legal Malpractice LitigationTier
1
Brisbane
Real Property LawTier
2
Brisbane
Competition LawTier
2
Brisbane
Construction / Infrastructure LawTier
2
Brisbane
Corporate / Governance PracticeTier
2
Brisbane
Professional Malpractice LitigationTier
3
Brisbane
Corporate LawTier
3
Brisbane
Mergers and Acquisitions LawMelbourne
Tier
1
Melbourne
Alternative Dispute ResolutionTier
1
Melbourne
Education LawTier
1
Melbourne
Insolvency and Reorganization LawTier
1
Melbourne
Labour and Employment LawTier
1
Melbourne
LitigationTier
1
Melbourne
Venture Capital LawTier
2
Melbourne
Commercial LawTier
2
Melbourne
Construction / Infrastructure LawTier
2
Melbourne
Corporate / Governance PracticeTier
2
Melbourne
Corporate LawTier
2
Melbourne
Employee Benefits LawTier
2
Melbourne
Mergers and Acquisitions LawTier
2
Melbourne
Occupational Health and Safety LawTier
2
Melbourne
Privacy and Data Security LawTier
2
Melbourne
Tax LawTier
3
Melbourne
Funds ManagementTier
3
Melbourne
Private Equity LawPerth
Tier
2
Perth
Leasing LawTier
2
Perth
Mining LawTier
2
Perth
Natural Resources LawTier
2
Perth
Planning and Environmental LawTier
2
Perth
Real Property LawTier
2
Perth
Water LawTier
3
Perth
LitigationSydney
Tier
1
Sydney
Construction / Infrastructure LawTier
1
Sydney
Mergers and Acquisitions LawTier
1
Sydney
Real Property LawTier
2
Sydney
Alternative Dispute ResolutionTier
2
Sydney
Commercial LawTier
2
Sydney
Corporate / Governance PracticeTier
2
Sydney
Corporate LawTier
2
Sydney
Equity Capital Markets LawTier
2
Sydney
Financial InstitutionsTier
2
Sydney
Health and Aged Care LawTier
2
Sydney
Labour and Employment LawTier
2
Sydney
Leasing LawTier
2
Sydney
Life Sciences PracticeTier
2
Sydney
Privacy and Data Security LawTier
2
Sydney
Regulatory PracticeTier
3
Sydney
Government PracticeTier
3
Sydney
Human Rights LawTier
3
Sydney
LitigationPractice Areas
Piper Alderman has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 46 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Asset Finance Law
- Banking and Finance Law
- Bankruptcy
- Biotechnology Law
- Class Action Litigation
- Commercial Law
- Competition Law
- Construction
- Corporate Law
- Debt Capital Markets Law
- Defamation and Media Law
- Derivatives
- Education Law
- Energy Law
- Equipment Finance Law
- Equity Capital Markets Law
- Financial Institutions
- Franchise Law
- Funds Management
- Gaming Law
- Government Practice
- Hospitality and Tourism Law
- Human Rights Law
- Information Technology Law
- Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Insurance Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- International Arbitration
- Investment Funds
- Labour and Employment Law
- Land Use and Zoning Law
- Leasing Law
- Legal Malpractice Litigation
- Leveraged Buyouts
- Life Sciences Practice
- Litigation
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Mining Law
- Native Title Law
- Natural Resources Law
- Planning and Environmental Law
- Privacy and Data Security Law
- Private Equity Law
- Project Finance and Development Practice
- Real Property Law
- Regulatory Practice
- Structured Finance Law
- Superannuation Law
- Tax Law
- Trade Law
- Transportation Law
- Trusts and Estates
- Venture Capital Law
- Water Law
- Wealth Management / Succession Planning Practice
Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Australia™
Piper Alderman proudly has 57 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in Australia™. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
Firm News
December 4, 2024
Awards & Recognition
December 4, 2024
News
Awards
Piper Alderman is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Piper Alderman has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Piper Alderman continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
Chambers Asia-Pacific Guide, since 2020
The Legal 500 Asia Pacific: Australia, since 2016
Australasian Lawyer’s Fast Firms, since 2022
Offices & Contacts
Adelaide, AU
Level 16
70 Franklin Street
GPO Box 65
Adelaide SA 5001
Australia
Brisbane, AU
Level 26, Riparian Plaza
71 Eagle Street
GPO Box 3134
Brisbane QLD 4001
Australia
Melbourne, AU
Level 23
459 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3001
Australia
Perth, AU
Level 27, Exchange Tower
2 The Esplanade
Perth WA 6000
Australia
Sydney, AU
Level 23
Governor Macquarie Tower
1 Farrer Place
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia