James Abbott
About James Abbott
James Abbott is a lawyer based in Sydney, AU and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Australia™ since 2019. James Abbott is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Sydney, Australia
- Banking and Finance Law
- Construction / Infrastructure Law
- Energy Law
- Project Finance and Development Practice
Current Firm: Corrs Chambers Westgarth
Location: Sydney, AU
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