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John Howard

Partner Lawyer | Lawpath Legal

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Sydney, NSW, Australia

Business Law, Consumer Law

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About John

John is a litigator with more than 20 years' experience in dispute resolution. John practises in all aspects of business and company law disputes and contractual negotiations within his industry areas of expertise. His clients represent a wide range of industries including international oil and gas, hi-tech companies, financial services, and industrial companies. 

John has particular expertise in cross border disputes, contract law, corporations law, and competition and consumer law. He is also experienced in all forms of alternative dispute resolution including mediations, arbitrations, expert determinations, and structured negotiations. 

John mainly practises in the Federal and Supreme Courts across Australia. He and his team also appear regularly in all courts and tribunals of New South Wales. 

Areas of Law

Business Law

Consumer Law

100+

Clients Served

20

Years Experience

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