Australia's leading independent law firm, Corrs Chambers Westgarth, has today announced that leading tax lawyer Cameron Rider will be joining the firm's partnership.

Corrs CEO Gavin MacLaren commented on the appointment: "Cameron's ability to deliver value on complex transactions and disputes is first class. With more than 30 years' experience advising companies on challenging tax issues, Cameron brings unmatched expertise and we are delighted to welcome him to the Corrs partnership."

Rhys Jewell, Head of Tax at Corrs, also noted: "Cameron is one of the most respected tax professionals in Australia and his depth of experience will add further strength to our focus on complex transactional and advisory mandates and tax controversy matters, including litigation."

Cameron has previously been a partner at top tier law and accountancy firms and was a professor and director of taxation studies in the Law School at University of Melbourne. He has particular experience advising on corporate tax matters, inbound and outbound investment, tax issues facing the resources and finance sectors, and tax litigation.

Cameron will be based in Corrs' Melbourne office.