About Mills Oakley

Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Canberra, Perth, Adelaide and Darwin. With 180 partners and more than 1,100 staff, we offer strong expertise across all key commercial practice areas.

From origins in Melbourne in 1864, Mills Oakley has grown to become a domestic leader in legal services with clients that include S&P / ASX200 listed companies, government departments and agencies, private companies, financial services and individuals.

Anticipating tomorrow's challenges - today.

Are Australian sanction laws constitutional?

In the decade and half since the Autonomous Sanctions Act 2011 (ASA) came into operation, the scope and complexity of the rules it imposes on Australian businesses has increased precipitously. These rules are adopted by the Australian government to influence matters of international concern and, as matters of international concern are currently numerous and propagating, that trend is unlikely to reverse.

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Our people are pioneering, incisive, accountable and fearless in our commitment to create success for our clients. We offer a new level of legal service that bridges the gap between the law and modern business reality..