Matthew O'Rourke
MatthewO'Rourke
Lander & Rogers
Commercial Disputes
Insolvency Law
Regulatory and Compliance

Who I Am

Practised.
Principled.
Present.

"Before law, I spent over a decade in nuclear medicine — a field where precise analysis and evidence before conclusions are non-negotiable. That discipline is what I bring to every legal matter."

I am a lawyer in the Commercial Disputes team at Lander & Rogers, where I act in commercial litigation, insolvency, and regulatory and compliance matters. My practice is grounded in precise analysis, clear drafting, and practical advice that cuts through complexity to focus on what actually matters for the client.

Before law, I spent over a decade in nuclear medicine, radiology management, and health technology — roles that demanded rigorous analytical thinking, operational precision, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly under pressure. That background shapes how I approach legal problems: methodically, without assumptions, and always with an eye on the practical outcome.

I hold a Juris Doctor from UNSW, a Master of Health Science from the University of Sydney, and a Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science from the University of Newcastle.

Sydney Harbour and Opera House

Based in

Sydney,
New South Wales

Practising across the NSW Supreme Court, Federal Court, and other Australian courts and tribunals.

Areas of Focus

Practice Areas

Practising in the Commercial Disputes team at Lander & Rogers, with a focus on commercial litigation, insolvency, civil disputes, and regulatory and compliance matters across Australian courts and tribunals.

01
Commercial Litigation

Acting for businesses and individuals in complex commercial disputes in the NSW Supreme Court, Federal Court, and other jurisdictions.

02
Insolvency Law

Advising on corporate and personal insolvency matters, including liquidations, voluntary administrations, and creditor and debtor-side work.

03
Civil Litigation

Representing clients in contested civil proceedings, from interlocutory applications through to final hearing and enforcement.

04
Contract & Debt Disputes

Pursuing and defending claims arising from breach of contract, misleading conduct, and the recovery of disputed debts.

05
Restructuring & Recovery

Supporting creditors, insolvency practitioners, and corporate clients through restructuring processes and asset recovery strategies.

06
Regulatory & Compliance

Drawing on a background in regulated industries to advise on compliance obligations, investigations, and enforcement proceedings.

Background

Experience &
Education

Juris Doctor
UNSW · Faculty of Law
Graduated with distinction.
2018 – 2022
Master of Health Science
University of Sydney · Medical Radiation Science
2010 – 2013
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science
University of Newcastle · Nuclear Medicine
2005 – 2007
2023 — Present
Lawyer
Lander & Rogers · Commercial Disputes · Sydney

Acting in commercial litigation, insolvency, and civil dispute matters across the NSW Supreme Court and Federal Court. Advising businesses and insolvency practitioners on litigation strategy, enforcement, and dispute resolution.

2018 — 2023
RIS/PACS Administrator

Managed the Radiology Information System and Picture Archiving & Communications System across a major metropolitan hospital network, overseeing clinical workflows and technology integration during the period of completing a Juris Doctor at UNSW.

2015 — 2018
Molecular Imaging Operations Manager

Led operations across a busy molecular imaging and nuclear medicine service. Responsible for workflow design, staff management, regulatory compliance, and technology procurement. Earlier roles as Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Workflow Specialist from 2010.

Let's
Connect.

Whether you have a legal matter to discuss, a professional enquiry, or simply want to connect — I'd be glad to hear from you.

Matthew O'Rourke
Lawyer · Commercial Disputes