Our practice areas forPublic International Law include:

International investigations and appearances before ad-hoc tribunals
Client representation in serious matters involving alleged war crimes
Advisory and representation services relating to international conventions

Fraud, financial crime, GST fraud, and assets confiscation applications
Domestic legal frameworks to manage high-stakes regulatory enforcement and criminal allegations
Strategic defence for clients during sensitive domestic criminal investigations

Comprehensive Representation for Public International Law

Navigating the complexities of global legal frameworks requires highly specialised, strategic guidance. At Papallo Kouchoo Lawyers, we offer robust advocacy and advisory services for individuals and entities dealing with international investigations, global conventions, and proceedings before ad-hoc tribunals. Our team combines deep technical knowledge with a discrete approach to defend your interests, manage cross-border risks, and deliver sophisticated representation in high-stakes international matters.

I have used David's services a number of times and always had the confidence he will do a great job. He provides the same quality of service to all his clients.

Jeremy B*, Client

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FAQs

Why is identifying the date of completion of building work so important under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW)?

Because the statutory warranty periods run strictly from the date of completion, getting this date wrong can mean a defect claim is made too late. Courts and tribunals enforce these time limits very strictly, so determining the correct completion date is often the first and most important step in any building defect matter.

Why do clients need to be extremely careful about where a building and construction claim is commenced?

Clients need to be extremely careful because proceedings commenced in the wrong jurisdiction may later be transferred to another forum at great cost and expense. In some cases, parties may spend years litigating in one jurisdiction only for the matter to be transferred elsewhere because the original forum did not have the requisite jurisdiction. As noted in The Owners – Strata Plan No 47035 v Athens [2025] NSWSC 1588, this can result in the enormous cost and time already spent in one jurisdiction being “essentially for nothing.”

What must homeowners do to protect their right to make a claim under the Home Building Compensation Fund (HBCF)?

To comply with the policy and protect your right to claim, you must notify icare HBCF as soon as you become aware of any defect, loss, or problem - usually by lodging a Loss Notification Form. This must be done within the required timeframes, generally within six months of becoming aware of the issue. Even after notifying HBCF, you must still take reasonable steps to pursue the builder until a trigger event occurs.

Why is it important for NSW strata owners to understand the difference between lot property and common property?

This matters because it affects money, repairs, approvals and risk. If something is common property, the owners corporation must arrange and pay for repairs. If something is lot property, the lot owner pays. Getting this wrong can mean unexpected bills or delays while responsibility is argued. It also matters for renovations, insurance and liability, particularly where boundaries are unclear.