Mathew is a strategic and outcome-focused litigator. He works on complex commercial claims with a particular focus on securities and other investor class actions.  

He has had the privilege of representing thousands of individuals across some of Australia’s most significant class actions, including in the settlement and distribution of over $260m in case proceeds.

With over 14 years of experience across more than 25 class actions, he brings a deep understanding of the ever-changing Australian class actions landscape to his practice.

In 2021 Mathew was recognised as a ‘Litigation Rising Star’ by legal publication Lawyerly.

Professional Qualifications and Admissions

• 2014 – Bachelor of Economics, Murdoch University

• 2013 – Admitted to High Court of New Zealand

• 2011 – Admitted to High Court of Australia

• 2011 – Admitted to Supreme Court of Victoria

• 2010 – Bachelor of Laws (Hons, First Class), University of Melbourne

• 2008 – Bachelor of Arts, University of Western Australia

Career History

• 2022 to Present – Echo Law

• 2008 to 2022 – Slater and Gordon

• 2007 – General Secretary, National Union of Students

Memberships and Associations

• Law Institute of Victoria

• Australian Labor Party

• Australian Services Union