16 Mar 2026
Keypoint Law is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Hayes, President of the Australian Restructuring Insolvency & Turnaround Association (ARITA), as a Consulting Principal based in Adelaide.
Mike is a nationally recognised commercial litigation and dispute resolution lawyer, with a focus on insolvency, recoveries and restructuring. He advises liquidators, receivers and trustees across Australia on all aspects of personal and corporate insolvency, as well as representing company directors defending insolvent trading claims and creditors in voidable transaction disputes.
Mike joins Keypoint from Piper Alderman, where he was a Partner for nine years, acting in high-profile and complex insolvency matters across multiple jurisdictions. His industry leadership as ARITA President reflects both his deep technical expertise and his role in shaping national insolvency policy and practice.
Commenting on the appointment, Warren Kalinko, CEO of Keypoint Law, said:
“Mike is a standout in the insolvency space – his technical ability, market reputation and leadership credentials are exceptional. His joining further bolsters our already strong insolvency and litigation practice, and we are delighted to welcome him to the firm.”
Mike’s appointment builds on Keypoint’s commitment to offering clients top-tier expertise in complex disputes and restructuring matters across Australia. His arrival also marks a significant boost to the firm’s national litigation team, expanding its reach and capability in South Australia and beyond.