Luke Mackay

Luke is an experienced commercial litigator who acts for private and corporate clients across a wide range of disputes. He is particularly recognised for his work in financial services litigation, regulatory proceedings and complex commercial disputes, where strategic advocacy and commercial purpose are critical.

Luke advises clients in matters involving significant financial exposure and regulatory scrutiny. He is known for combining detailed legal analysis with clear communication and a firm understanding of each client’s commercial drivers, enabling disputes to be managed efficiently and decisively.

His practice includes representing clients in complex regulatory actions and advising on compliance strategies designed to minimise future risk and prevent repeat disputes.

Areas of Focus

• Financial services and regulatory disputes
• Employment and workplace litigation
• Debt recovery and enforcement
• Construction and IP-related disputes

Experience & Authority

Financial Services & Regulatory Litigation
Luke has particular expertise in financial services disputes and regulatory proceedings. He has represented clients in complex actions brought by regulators, including proceedings commenced by ASIC and the New Zealand Commerce Commission.

His experience includes advising on regulatory investigations, enforcement proceedings and related litigation, as well as assisting clients to navigate regulatory obligations in highly regulated environments.

Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Luke acts in a broad range of commercial disputes, including matters involving contractual claims, commercial enforcement and complex financial issues. He is experienced in managing disputes from early negotiation through to contested litigation.

His approach is focused on resolution, with a strong emphasis on achieving outcomes that align with clients’ commercial objectives.

Employment & Workplace Litigation
Luke advises employers and employees in employment-related disputes, including contentious workplace matters. He brings a disciplined, practical approach to managing employment litigation alongside broader commercial considerations.

Debt Recovery & Enforcement
Luke regularly acts for clients in debt recovery and enforcement proceedings, advising on strategy, enforcement options and recovery risk. His work includes complex recovery actions where timing and commercial leverage are critical.

Construction & IP-Related Disputes
Luke has experience advising on construction-related disputes and intellectual property matters, acting in proceedings that involve technical evidence, contractual interpretation and competing commercial interests.

Style & Approach
Luke works closely with clients to define objectives at the outset and deliver the most efficient pathway to resolution, whether through negotiation, mediation or litigation. He is valued for his strategic focus, responsiveness and ability to align legal outcomes with commercial priorities.