Supreme Court Litigation in Victoria
The Supreme Court of Victoria is the State’s highest trial court for complex commercial disputes. Proceedings in this jurisdiction often involve significant questions of governance, control, director conduct, shareholder rights, contractual performance and urgent applications requiring immediate judicial intervention.
We act for companies, directors, shareholders, investors and commercial parties involved in litigation before the Supreme Court, including matters commenced in the Commercial Court and the Corporations List. Our focus is on providing clear, commercially grounded representation in disputes that require specialist judicial management and strategic discipline.
When disputes reach the Supreme Court of Victoria
Commercial disputes are typically brought in the Supreme Court where:
the issues are complex, high‑value or strategically significant
urgent interlocutory relief is required
the dispute involves directors’ duties, oppression or governance issues
the matter falls within the Corporations Act or the Court’s specialist commercial lists
the dispute requires judicial management or specialist commercial expertise
The Court’s Commercial Court and Corporations List provide structured case management, specialist judges and a framework designed to progress matters efficiently
Urgent applications and interlocutory relief
We regularly act in urgent applications seeking to:
preserve the status quo
prevent the misuse of company funds or information
restrain oppressive or prejudicial conduct
protect assets or confidential information
address deadlock or governance paralysis
These applications often proceed on short notice and require precise preparation, clear evidence and a focused strategy. Our experience includes urgent injunctions, freezing orders, search orders and other interlocutory relief necessary to protect commercial interests.
What parties should expect
Litigation in the Supreme Court is formal, document‑heavy and strategically demanding. Parties should expect:
detailed pleadings and affidavit evidence
structured case management by specialist judges
strict compliance with procedural rules
early identification of issues in dispute
opportunities for mediation or negotiated resolution
a focus on efficient progression of commercial matters
We guide clients through each stage with clarity, discipline and commercial judgment, ensuring that the litigation strategy aligns with broader business objectives.
How we assist
We advise and represent clients in:
shareholder and director disputes
oppression proceedings
breaches of directors’ duties
contractual and commercial disputes
partnership and joint venture breakdowns
urgent injunctions and interlocutory applications
Corporations Act matters
appeals and judicial review
Our approach is grounded in strategic assessment, careful preparation and a clear understanding of the commercial context in which the dispute has arisen.
Related Services
Contract Disputes
Urgent Injunctions
Misleading or Deceptive Conduct
Insolvency and Director Liability
Governance Advisory
Partnership and Joint Venture Disputes
The Commercial Court and Corporations List
The Supreme Court’s Commercial Court and Corporations List provide specialist judicial management for complex commercial matters. These lists focus on efficient progression, early identification of issues and structured case management. We act in matters across both lists, including disputes involving governance, director conduct, oppression and urgent interlocutory relief.
Speak with us
If a dispute is likely to escalate to the Supreme Court of Victoria, early advice is critical. We can help you assess your position, understand the procedural landscape and develop a strategy that protects your interests.
