Cowen Schwarz Marschke Lawyers is pleased to announce that the firm has again been recognised in the Best Law Firms – Australia (2027 Edition) rankings:
The firm has been ranked:
• Regional Tier 1 – Brisbane
– Insolvency and Reorganisation Law
– Litigation
• Regional Tier 2 – Brisbane
– Alternative Dispute Resolution
This recognition comes alongside the recent acknowledgement of Richard Cowen and Justin Marschke in the 2027 Edition of Best Lawyers Australia.
Richard has again been recognised as one of Australia’s Best Lawyers for Litigation, and for Insolvency and Reorganisation Law, having been recognised since 2024.
Justin Marschke has again been recognised as one of Australia’s Best Lawyers for Litigation, for Insolvency and Reorganisation Law, and for Alternative Dispute Resolution, having been recognised since 2013.
These rankings reflect the high quality, high performing team helping us deliver strategic and commercially focused results for the clients who place their trust in us.
Best Lawyers recognises individual lawyers through its peer-review process in The Best Lawyers in Australia, while the Best Law Firms – Australia rankings recognise law firms for professional excellence within particular practice areas and regions. Together, these acknowledgements recognise both the individual expertise of our lawyers and the strength of the firm’s broader practice.


