Jamie Nettleton
Partner
"I partner with my clients to navigate complex regulations and get business done."
Both Australian and international gambling operators rely on Jamie’s advice on all aspects of gambling operations, as well as their investments in gambling businesses inbound to Australia and outbound from Australia.
It is his global reputation in this field that sees Jamie strongly sought after to advise gaming machine manufacturers, wagering operators, casinos, social media platforms, online gambling and other various forms of gambling service providers. His advice to these clients includes licensing, regulatory and compliance issues, sports and racing integrity, consumer, advertising and privacy law issues.
Jamie’s advice to international gambling operators setting up business in Australia extends to preparation of prospectuses and requirements of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission. He works closely with these clients in developing their Australian business strategies, particularly in connection with the use of new technologies.
Konami Gaming — assisted in connection with supply of casino management system to Australian and overseas casinos.
The Stars Group — advised in relation to establishment of operations in Australia.
bet365 — general advice in relation to all legal issues.
PlayAGS — advised on seeking gaming machines licence in New South Wales.
Decathlon Australia — assisting in the establishment of operations in Australia.
Recognition
Chambers Asia-Pacific: Asia Pacific Region — Gaming & Gambling: Band 1 — 2019 - 2022
Chambers Global Market Leaders — Gaming & Gambling: Band 1 — 2008 - 2022
Doyle’s Guide — Leading Commercial IP Lawyers: Recommended — NSW — 2016 & 2017
Best Lawyers in Australia™ — Corporate Law — 2018 - 2023
Best Lawyers in Australia™ — Gaming Law — 2018 - 2023
Best Lawyers in Australia™ — Mergers & Acquisitions Law — 2018 - 2023
Who’s Who Legal — Global Leader - Data - Information Technology — 2016 - 2022
Who’s Who Legal — Global Leader - Gaming — 2021
Who’s Who Legal — Leading Lawyer in the Entertainment and Gaming Sector — 2019
Who’s Who Legal — National Leader - Data — 2019-2022
Who’s Who Legal — National Leader - Sports & Entertainment — 2019 -2022
Who’s Who Legal — Recommended Internet, eCommerce and Data Protection Lawyer — 2011
Who’s Who Legal — Thought Leader - Global Elite - Entertainment — 2017 - 2022
Committees and memberships
Member, Intellectual Property Society of Australia and New Zealand (IPSANZ)
Member, Editorial Board of the Online Gambling Lawyer
Past President and Member, International Masters of Gaming Law
Practice Areas
Industries
Direct Selling
Entertainment
Qualifications
Bachelor of Commerce/Laws, University of New South Wales
Diploma in Intellectual Property, Queen Mary College, University of London
Senior Fellow, Melbourne University
President of the International Masters of Gaming Law, Jamie Nettleton of Addisons garners effusive praise from sources, with one peer lauding him as “the number one gaming lawyer in Australia” and others stating that he is “absolutely phenomenal, a great, great man.” His expertise spans the regulatory regime in the gambling sector, as well as commercial transactions. He is based in Sydney.
Chambers and Partners 2020 – Global-wide – Gaming & Gambling – Band 1