Presenters

James Harding, Legal Practice Director, Harding Property Law
Starting his own practice Harding Property Law in 2022, James stands out in the Queensland property and development sector with his unique blend of entrepreneurial experience and legal expertise. His firm, established to provide strategic advice on a wide array of complex property-related issues, quickly became known for its practical solutions catering to both corporate and private clients. James's journey in the legal field is underpinned by his background as a small business owner and employer, bringing a rare combination of commercial insights and legal acumen to his practice. This blend proves invaluable in navigating the intricate landscape of property law and commercial transactions. Earlier in his career, while with a national firm, James represented a diverse range of clients including State Government bodies, national statutory organizations, and charitable institutions, skilfully managing their property transactional needs in Queensland. His responsibilities encompassed the acquisition and sale of businesses, corporate restructuring, and providing intricate titling and structuring advice. James's expertise also extends to handling COVID-19 related leasing issues, where he advised national shopping centre operators. His proficiency in Foreign Investment Review Board Approval, compliance, enforcement responses, and advisory on Duties and Australian Foreign Acquirer Duty, further solidifies his reputation as a leader in property law. With his team at Harding Property Law, James continues to deliver tailored and strategic legal solutions, demonstrating a deep understanding of both the legal intricacies and the commercial realities of property transactions.


Elizabeth Le, Director, Global Immigration, Ernst and Young
Elizabeth Le is a Director in EY’s People Advisory Services practice, based in Brisbane, with over 15 years of experience in Australian immigration law. She assists multinational corporations and individuals across industries such as Mining, Financial Services, Health, Manufacturing, and Aviation. As the child of refugees who fled the Vietnam War, Elizabeth understands the transformative impact of immigration and brings a human-centric approach to her work. Elizabeth specialises in employer-sponsored migration, offering strategic advice to businesses from small enterprises to global corporations. Her expertise includes developing global immigration solutions, compliance strategies, and operational efficiencies for complex, mobile workforces. She also advises on immigration programs involving home and host jurisdictions and manages global immigration programs through EY’s network in over 150 locations. Elizabeth holds a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws (University of Queensland) and an MBA (Macquarie Business School). Admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland and the High Court of Australia, she is a Legal Practitioner and a member of the Queensland Law Society, Migration Institute of Australia, and Institute of Chartered Accountants. In her downtime, Elizabeth enjoys quality time with family and friends, especially over a delicious meal.