Keely Liddle
About Keely Liddle
Keely Liddle is a Senior Associate specializing in commercial arbitration and litigation in the construction and oil & gas sectors. She has extensive legal experience in both Australia and Singapore, having worked at notable firms including Allen & Overy and Clifford Chance.
Work at A&O Shearman
Keely Liddle currently serves as a Senior Associate at A&O Shearman, a position she has held since 2024. Based in Perth, Western Australia, she focuses on commercial arbitration and litigation, particularly within the construction and oil & gas sectors. Her role involves providing legal expertise and representation in complex disputes, leveraging her extensive experience in both domestic and international legal frameworks.
Previous Experience at Allen & Overy
Before joining A&O Shearman, Keely Liddle worked at Allen & Overy as a Senior Associate from 2022 to 2024 in Perth. Her tenure at Allen & Overy followed her role as a Senior Lawyer at the same firm from 2020 to 2022. During her time there, she developed a strong foundation in commercial law and dispute resolution, contributing to various high-profile cases.
Experience at Clifford Chance
Keely Liddle has significant experience from her time at Clifford Chance, where she worked as an Associate from 2016 to 2020 in Perth. Additionally, she completed a Trainee position focused on International Arbitration in Singapore from 2017 to 2020. This diverse background provided her with a comprehensive understanding of international legal practices and arbitration processes.
Educational Background
Keely Liddle studied at The University of Western Australia, where she earned a Bachelor of Laws with Honours (LLB Hons) and a Bachelor of Arts in French and German (BA) from 2009 to 2014. She also studied at the University of Stuttgart in 2010, enhancing her linguistic skills and cultural understanding, which supports her multilingual capabilities in French and German.
Legal Expertise and Specialization
Keely Liddle specializes in commercial arbitration and litigation, particularly within the construction and oil & gas industries. Her expertise is supported by her extensive experience in both international and domestic legal environments, having worked in Singapore and Australia. This specialization positions her as a knowledgeable resource in her field.