Chris Chamberlain

Senior Specialist - Wagga Wagga

Chris Chamberlain is a Senior Specialist in the Wagga Wagga Restructuring & Insolvency division.

Chris is an experienced insolvency specialist with over 35 years in the field, offering expert advice on complex financial investigations and restructuring. He helps clients navigate challenging financial situations.

Chris has specialised in Restructuring & Insolvency for over 35 years, navigating complex financial challenges in particular those involving sophisticated tax avoidance schemes. Known for his attention to detail and deep understanding of the legal and financial intricacies of such matters, Chris plays a crucial role in ensuring these schemes are properly scrutinised and addressed within the context of insolvency and restructuring proceedings.

Before joining RSM, Chris was a partner and principal at Chamberlains SBR Chartered Accountants for over 35 years. During his time there, he led numerous high-profile cases and provided strategic advice to clients facing financial challenges. His broad experience helped build his reputation as an expert in insolvency, restructuring, and business recovery.

Throughout his career at Chamberlains, Chris worked across various industries, offering tailored solutions for both corporate and individual clients. He gained a reputation for managing complex financial situations with skill and discretion, and for developing effective strategies for debt recovery and business turnaround. His ability to advise clients and represent them in legal and regulatory matters contributed to their successful outcomes.

The insights Chris gained over his years at Chamberlains continue to shape his approach at RSM, where he brings his extensive experience and leadership to support clients in need of restructuring and insolvency services.

"I’m driven by the challenge of unraveling complex financial issues to help clients make informed decisions and achieve positive outcomes."

Chris’s strategic approach goes beyond identifying and dismantling complex financial structures, he works to uncover hidden assets or value concealed within them. His expertise in investigating tax avoidance schemes is vital for driving successful outcomes in prosecution cases, which ultimately lead to positive returns for creditors. With a strong background in corporate restructuring, Chris efficiently recovers assets, maximising creditor returns and achieves justice in challenging insolvency cases. His commitment to protecting the interests of legitimate creditors and maintaining the integrity of the restructuring process is central to his work.

In addition to his investigative work, Chris is dedicated to helping clients navigate financial distress with clear, actionable advice tailored to both personal and corporate situations. His approach focuses on demystifying complex financial challenges and providing clients with a constructive outlook, even in difficult circumstances. Whether working with individuals or businesses, Chris ensures all parties involved understand their options and are well-equipped to make informed decisions.

For corporate clients, Chris evaluates the viability of restructuring solutions, guides decision-making in distressed situations, and helps identify paths to recovery. For individuals, he provides personalised advice on personal insolvency matters, ensuring they understand their rights and available strategies for overcoming financial difficulties. Regardless of the situation, Chris is committed to empowering his clients with the knowledge they need to navigate financial challenges and pursue sustainable solutions.

Chris is particularly motivated by the intellectual challenge of complex investigations in the restructuring and insolvency field. He enjoys the process of dissecting intricate financial structures, uncovering hidden assets, and identifying the root causes of financial distress. Each case presents a unique enigma, and Chris is driven by the opportunity to apply his problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and detailed analysis to uncover the full scope of the issues at hand.

Outside of work, Chris is dedicated to maintaining his general fitness, regularly engaging in activities that promote both physical health and mental well-being. He also enjoys fishing, a hobby that offers him the perfect opportunity to unwind, relax, and reconnect with nature which both provide a balance to his professional life.

Solutions Chris Chamberlain provides

Chris provides expert knowledge in the following areas:

•    Restructuring & Insolvency services in Wagga Wagga
•    Corporate insolvency solutions
•    Personal insolvency services
•    Registered liquidator

Associations

•    Member, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ)
•    Member, Australian Restructuring Insolvency & Turnaround Association (ARITA)

Qualifications

•    Bachelor of Accounting, Charles Sturt University