
Senior Associate
Litigation
Shaurya advises lenders on complex litigation, enforcement and dispute resolution matters where security positions and recovery outcomes are contested.
Known for his methodical approach and forensic attention to detail, he develops litigation strategies grounded in evidence, legal precision and the client’s commercial objectives. His experience includes mortgage fraud claims, possession proceedings, priority disputes, urgent freezing orders and appellate litigation.
Shaurya communicates complex issues clearly and provides timely, considered advice throughout each matter. As a senior member of the team, he is recognised for robust advocacy, disciplined preparation and a growing leadership role in the firm’s most significant disputes.
Key cases/experience – representative matters
Pacific 8 Pty Ltd v NAB (NSW SC Proceeding No. 2025/00310017) (unreported)
Fraudulent payments were made into an account controlled by a third party. Urgent freezing orders were obtained against the bank, allowing the client to recover the funds transferred to the account.
GEMI 169 Pty Ltd v Suria Global (L) Pty Ltd; Shamoon v F & L Violi Pty Ltd (No 9) [2025] NSWSC 975
A security provider challenged mortgages exceeding $100 million, alleging the documents were fraudulent and denying knowledge of the transactions. The Court upheld the mortgages, with the subsequent appeal dismissed.
ProLend Solutions No 50 Pty Ltd v Monaco Solicitors Pty Ltd [2026] QCA 68
Two mortgagees disputed whether a first-ranking lender’s priority extended to costs incurred after exercising step-in rights. Following an unsuccessful first-instance decision, the Queensland Court of Appeal upheld the lender’s priority claim.
Gemi Nominees Pty Ltd v Chamoun [2024] NSWSC 926
Mortgagors challenged enforcement proceedings concerning two secured properties. The lender obtained possession orders after critical evidence weakened the mortgagors’ position at trial.
Admissions
Admitted, Supreme Court of NSW, 2017
Memberships / Associations / Affiliations
Law Society of NSW
Shaurya Rajbhandari



