Lachlan Rieck is a seasoned litigation and dispute resolution lawyer and has extensive experience in complex commercial disputes across all levels of the Queensland and federal courts. He is recognised for his strategic approach to litigation and his ability to provide clear, commercially focused advice in high-stakes matters.
Professional background
Lachlan practices exclusively in commercial litigation, acting in disputes involving corporations law, shareholder and partnership breakdowns, insolvency, intellectual property, building and construction, property disputes and contractual disputes. Lachlan deals with matters in the Supreme and District Courts of Queensland, Queensland’s Court of Appeal, Federal Courts, and the High Court of Australia.
Before joining Gibbs Wright, Lachlan reached partner level in a boutique commercial litigation firm in Brisbane. His work and results saw him recognised in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Australia for Litigation for 2025. This recognition reflects both his technical capability and his track record in achieving favourable outcomes in contested commercial disputes.
Approach to litigation
Lachlan has a particular interest in complex disputes that require careful forensic analysis and a clear case theory. He focuses on developing tailored strategies that align with his clients’ commercial objectives, whether that means negotiated resolution or running hard to trial when necessary.
Clients value Lachlan’s direct, practical communication style and his willingness to give decisive recommendations.
Notable cases
Lachlan has had the conduct of numerous matters in which the Courts have published decisions. Below are a selection of Lachlan’s notable past cases.
- Clayton v Ebborn [2025] QCA 199
- Clayton v Ebborn [2025] QCA 253
- Reggi v Reggi Investments Pty Ltd [2025] QSC 343
- McShelly Pty Ltd & Anor v VHS Holding Company Pty Ltd & Ors [2025] QSC 159
- McShelly Pty Ltd & Anor v VHS Holding Company Pty Ltd & Ors (No 2) [2025] QSC 274
- Coolala Homes Pty Ltd v Bookara Beach Northern Golf ITR Investment Pty Ltd & Anor [2024] QDC 170
- Rise Constructions Qld Pty Ltd v Bryant [2024] QCAT 581
- Lee v Di Carlo (No 3) [2024] QDC 97
- Lee v Di Carlo [2023] QDC 199
- Lee v Di Carlo (No 2) [2023] QDC 212 (2023) 3 QDCR 349
- Ocean Pacific Group Pty Ltd v Jade Northcliffe Pty Ltd & Sarkis [2023] QSC 108
- Quilkey & Anor v Tractile Combined Pty Ltd & Ors [2023] QDC 204 (2023) 3 QDCR 353
- Quilkey & Anor v Tractile Combined Pty Ltd & Ors (No 2) [2023] QDC 223
- Quilkey & Anor v Tractile Combined Pty Ltd & Ors (No 3) [2023] QDC 224
- Quilkey & Anor v Tractile Combined Pty Ltd & Ors [2022] QDC 185
- JTD v PDL (No 4) [2023] QDC 12
- JTD v PDL (No 3) [2023] QDC 5
- JDT v PDL (No 2) [2022] QDC 147
- JTD v PDL [2022] QDC 88
- Byproxy v Ghisoni [2023] VSC 381
- Pioneer Credit Solutions Pty Ltd v Hyett [2021] QDC 11
- T & L Byrne Excavations Pty Ltd & Anor v Robinson [2021] QSC 279 [2021] 45 QLR
- Gustin v Shalev (No 2) [2020] QDC 2
- Gustin v Shalev [2019] QDC 254
- Anderson v Bourke & Ors; Myrteza v North Burleigh Pty Ltd & Ors [2018] QSC 126
- Bendigo & Adelaide Bank Limited v Myrteza [2018] QDC 19