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He has extensive experience as an advocate having appeared in trials, plea hearings and bail applications in the Supreme and County Courts as well as innumerable matters in the Magistrates’ Court. Sam has appeared in all manner of hearings related to intervention orders including contested hearings, appeals and for accused persons charged with breaches. , id=32528377746}, {hs_object_id=40487683353, name=Elise Sugar, Special Counsel, Lander & Rogers , bio=Elise is a special counsel in the Real Estate & Projects team at Lander & Rogers based in Melbourne. Elise's extensive leasing experience spans all Australian jurisdictions and encompasses a wide range of sectors including retail (including large format retail premises and shopping centre leasing), industrial, commercial, office, health and sport. She has represented both landlords and tenants, managing the full spectrum of leasing transactions. Elise also regularly assists both landlord and tenant clients with drafting and revising precedent lease documents., photo=200206472074, id=40487683353}, {hs_object_id=41509933101, name=Hugo de Kock, Barrister, Svenson Barristers , bio=Hugo is an experienced litigator. He has a broad commercial litigation practice, which includes areas such as contract law, trade practices, breach of fiduciary duty, trusts, corporations (including breach of director's duties), bankruptcy and insolvency, tort, property and professional negligence. Before coming to the Bar he was a solicitor in Melbourne for more than 4 years. He holds a master’s degree in International Trade Law from the University of Stellenbosch. , id=41509933101}, {hs_object_id=41509933147, name=Estelle Petrie, Senior Associate, Robinson Gill Lawyers , bio=Estelle is a Senior Associate in the police misconduct team at Robinson Gill. She is an experienced litigator dedicated to social justice, she acts on behalf of victims of abuse by police and in prisons. Estelle acts in a wide range of police misconduct cases, representing victims of assault, false imprisonment, and unlawful treatment in custody. She specialises in challenging inadequate responses to family violence by the police, as well as police perpetrated family violence. She has previously worked at the Women’s Legal Service Victoria where she coordinated a strategic project which led to legislative reform related to family law property settlements. Estelle has a varied background, working in both community law, as well as international commercial litigation, and brings this experience together at Robinson Gill; running strategic litigation for people experiencing marginalisation., photo=208267512467, id=41509933147}, {hs_object_id=41509933149, name=Prudence Barker, Barrister, Aickin Chambers , bio=Prudence is a commercial barrister with a particular experience and specialisation in taxation law. With her business background, Prudence brings a combination of a sound commercial foundation and a practical understanding of taxation and commercial law. Specialising in taxation and commercial law, Prudence has experience in state taxes including land tax and payroll tax, and Federal tax matters relating to liquidations, capital gains tax, complex trust structures, Part IVA and GST. She has appeared in bankruptcy matters and general contract law matters in the Courts and Tribunals. Before coming to the Bar, Prudence worked at the Australian Taxation Office in the Tax Counsel Network providing specialist legal advice on matters under audit, objections and litigation. Prudence has previously worked at Ernst & Young in the corporate tax and tax controversy teams, with experience working for taxpayers in ATO audits and disputes, tax consulting, and compliance, and as CEO of BGP International, a fresh produce export company operating across 26 countries. At BGP she managed complex shipping and commercial disputes that arise in international business, and negotiated settlements on those disputes., photo=209480955057, id=41509933149}, {hs_object_id=41509933240, name=Sharyn Morrison, Head of Legal (Workplace), General Counsel's Office, MinterEllison, bio=Sharyn is a highly experienced lawyer and risk management professional with over 25 years' expertise across Australia and Asia. She has broad ranging legal, risk, employee relations and commercial skills developed through senior roles in the legal and financial services sectors. A specialist in workplace law and professional conduct risk, Sharyn combines technical excellence with commerciality and innovative thinking to help organisations solve complex problems, implement multi-layered risk mitigation strategies and foster cultures of compliance, ethics, accountability, psycho-social safety and speak up. She is an accomplished investigator and adept at drawing insights from investigations and cultural reviews to drive continuous improvements. Since 2020, Sharyn has served as the Head of Legal (Workplace) within the General Counsel's Office at MinterEllison, advising on employment, partnership, privacy and professional regulatory matters., photo=209476441996, id=41509933240}, {hs_object_id=41602670694, name=Anastasia Aslanidis, Principal Lawyer, Prisma Legal , bio=Anastasia has practiced exclusively in property law since qualifying in 2000. Over the past 25 years, she has worked across the full spectrum of the Victorian property market, assisting a diverse range of clients—from first-time homebuyers and small business owners to charities and developers. In 2013, Anastasia became an Accredited Property Law Specialist, a credential that reflects her focus on navigating both the everyday and the highly complex aspects of property transactions. Her approach is centred on providing clear, honest communication to ensure her clients feel supported and informed throughout the process. Beyond her practice, Anastasia shares her experience as a lecturer at Melbourne University and is a frequent speaker on the intersection of property law and professional ethics. Her commitment to the development of the profession is further reflected in her active committee work. Anastasia is a member of the Property and Environmental Law Section of the Law Institute of Victoria and serves on both the Accredited Specialisation (Property Law & Commercial Tenancy) Committee and the PEXA Advisory Committee for Victoria., photo=208796512918, id=41602670694}, {hs_object_id=41602670767, name=James Hammond, Principal Lawyer, Hammond Migration , bio=James is the principal lawyer at Hammond Migration, a firm committed to supporting employers, employees and families through the complex Australian visa process. James has practised exclusively in the field of Australian immigration since 2005 and has extensive experience navigating Australia’s immigration system for the benefit of clients. Australia’s immigration policies are complex, political and change often. Staying abreast of the changes is challenging for lawyers, let alone visa applicants and sponsors. Australia’s population at any given time is made up of around 10% temporary visa holders, so practitioners in other areas of law are increasingly becoming embroiled in visa issues. James regularly assists in these matters where different areas of law intersect., photo=208796488809, id=41602670767}, {hs_object_id=41669921398, name=Ric Birkett, Principal Lawyer, Aitken Partner, bio=Ric Birkett is a principal lawyer in the Commercial and Property Section of Aitken Partners and has been in practice for over 25 years. His practice covers a broad range of corporate, commercial and property work in the commercial and not for profit sectors, including particular involvement in the aged care and retirement living industry (with recognition in the Health and Aged Care list in Doyle’s Guide). His work includes advising a range of clients in respect of governance, compliance, structuring and a range of commercial and property transactions including mergers and the purchase and sale of businesses and business interests., photo=209556696684, id=41669921398}, {hs_object_id=41669921465, name=Ella Hadley, Graduate Lawyer, Robinson Gill Lawyers , bio=Ella Hadley is a Law Graduate at Robinson Gill Lawyers, working in the Commercial Litigation team with experience in property, banking and finance, consumer law and personal injury disputes. Prior to her work in commercial matters, Ella assisted in a range of police tort matters in the Police Misconduct team at Robinson Gill Lawyers, and in estate matters at Rigby Cooke Lawyers. During her studies, Ella contributed to publications in the Monash University Law Review as a copyeditor. Ella has also contributed to research projects for the Australian Centre for Justice Innovation analysing anti-corruption bodies in Australia, and the Centre for Commercial Law and Regulatory Studies focusing on retail shareholder activism., photo=209615108211, id=41669921465}, {hs_object_id=41669921606, name=Jarrod Bayliss-McCulloch, Special Counsel, Baker & McKenzie , bio=Jarrod is a Special Counsel in Baker McKenzie’s Commercial (IPTech) team in Melbourne. His practice focuses on technology and commercial contracts (including drafting and negotiating master services agreements) and advising on emerging technology and regulatory issues spanning privacy / data protection, cyber security, consumer law, content and digital media, intellectual property and artificial intelligence. , photo=209615155514, id=41669921606}, {hs_object_id=41688879775, name=Dominic Fleeton, Partner, K&L Gates, bio=Dominic is an experienced industrial relations, safety and employment adviser and litigator. Whether a client is seeking proactive assistance to shape a strategy for a project, transaction or emerging issue, or seeking representation in responding to an active claim or proceeding, Dominic identifies the client’s objectives and priorities, works with them to formulate options that are geared towards achieving them, and then pursues the chosen course of action with energy, efficiency and enthusiasm. Dominic takes great pride in assisting clients to develop and successfully implement industrial relations strategies and, in doing so, achieving their desired objectives, such as bargaining and obtaining approval of an enterprise agreement, achieving structural change or completing a major project without unnecessary disputation and delay. Dominic is an experienced safety law practitioner who provides services across the board - from proactive compliance advice for employers, Boards and senior managers, to representation in response to regulator enquiries and investigations, to crisis management support in the aftermath of major safety incidents., photo=209754006187, id=41688879775}, {hs_object_id=41688879800, name=Jodie Fox, Director, Worklogic Consulting , bio=Jodie Fox is an experienced employment lawyer, who specialises in workplace investigations, Workplace Culture Reviews and mediations to address and resolve complaints and foster a positive workplace culture. Jodie keenly understands the need to resolve workplace issues by taking into account strategy, risk, context and policy factors. This comes from her extensive experience in employment law and industrial relations. , photo=208601055060, id=41688879800}, {hs_object_id=41688941497, name= Marian Clarkin, Barrister, Chapman's List, bio=Trial and appellate advocacy forms the basis of Marian’s practice and she has appeared in superior courts in Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia and Tasmania. Outside of court, Marian also regularly represents clients to negotiate settlements and participate in mediations, as well as drafting and settling documents and providing advice. Marian has a broad practice, which often involves complex matters where many areas of the law overlap and there are multiple related proceedings on foot., id=41688941497}, {hs_object_id=41688941585, name= Liam O’Callaghan, Senior Associate, Baker & McKenzie, bio=Liam is a Senior Associate in Baker McKenzie's Commercial (IPTech) team in Melbourne. Liam acts for large domestic and international clients across a variety of sectors, including software and technology, healthcare, defence, logistics and consumer goods. Liam’s practice focusses on transactional and advisory-based work in matters of regulatory compliance, contract negotiation and drafting, cybersecurity, online safety, franchising, privacy and general commercial law., photo=209614562622, id=41688941585}, {hs_object_id=41688941587, name= Thomas Kim, Partner, HWL Ebsworth Lawyers, bio=Thomas Kim is a highly experienced corporate lawyer, recognised as a leading practitioner in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and equity capital markets (ECM). He specialises in both private and public M&A, IPOs and capital raisings, funds management, private equity and venture capital transactions, and foreign investment. Thomas acts for a broad range of clients, including listed companies, privately held businesses of varying scale, private equity and venture capital firms, retail and wholesale funds, and family offices. He regularly advises international conglomerates on their trading and investment activities in Australia, bringing strategic insight and deep transactional expertise to complex cross-border matters. Industry agnostic in approach, Thomas has led transactions across a wide variety of sectors, delivering commercial clarity and practical solutions regardless of industry. He has been consistently recognised as a leading corporate lawyer by leading legal publications including Best Lawyers™ Australia, Doyle’s Guide and Legal 500., photo=209480849686, id=41688941587}, {hs_object_id=41807023993, name=Ian Upjohn KC, Chapman’s List Barristersx, bio=Ian Upjohn was called to the Melbourne Bar in 1993 and specialises in commercial law, equity and trusts, disciplinary and other tribunals and alternative dispute resolution. Ian is a co-author (with M Colbran QC) of Pleadings in Butterworths Court Forms, Precedents and Pleadings (Victoria) and a Contributing Author to Palmer on Bailment (Third Edition)., id=41807023993}, {hs_object_id=41807023999, name=Mark McKillop, Barrister, Foleys’s List , bio=Mark practices in commercial matters, particularly in insolvency, banking, corporations and property litigation. Mark is a recognised expert in PPSA law, having acted in leading decisions in the area and widely lectured and written on the subject. As a barrister, he takes a direct and clear approach in discussing matters with clients and in presenting cases in Court. Mark has 30 years’ experience in commercial law as Counsel and as a solicitor in private practice and inhouse. Mark is a nationally accredited mediator with experience as mediator across a range of commercial, insolvency and family law matters., id=41807023999}, {hs_object_id=41807085945, name=John Dunne, Principal, John Dunne & Associates , bio=After articles and admission in Victoria John Dunne worked as a commercial lawyer in a specialist commercial taxation firm. He then transitioned to general civil litigation in all courts, mainly in Victoria.. Subsequently John opened the Melbourne practice as an employee then partner with a Sydney firm acting for a large mercantile agency in Victoria & NSW performing all types of civil litigation with an emphasis on insolvency work and with a significant appearance load as Counsel in the Magistrates Court, County Court, Supreme and Federal courts in Bankruptcy & Winding up matters. John has subsequently worked mainly as a sole practitioner with emphasis and on high volume Debt Recovery and Insolvency for both debtors and creditors but predominantly for Creditors. He has also contributed significantly over many years to the profession through membership of law Institute sections and Courts rules and practice committees., id=41807085945}, {hs_object_id=41807085977, name=Nathan Papson, Special Counsel, Hope Earle Lawyers, bio=Nathan Papson is an experienced lawyer and a senior member of Hope Earle’s commercial law team. Prior to his work at Hope Earle, he was the principal lawyer of his own practice for over 12 years. His practice areas of expertise include self-managed superannuation law, taxation law, estate planning, trusts and structures, and general commercial laws. He regularly assists other professionals and direct private client groups on these topic areas. Nathan maintains the highly regarding industry qualifications of Chartered Tax Adviser and SMSF Specialist Advisor. He has presented on taxation and superannuation at several industry-based seminars and forums, including Legalwise Seminars, the SMSF Association, The Tax Institute and the LIV., id=41807085977}, {hs_object_id=41807086095, name=Lisa Egan, Partner, Mills Oakley , bio=Lisa has over 20 years’ experience across all facets of intellectual property – trade marks, copyright, patents, designs, misleading and deceptive conduct/ reputational claims, and confidential information. Lisa combines excellent technical knowledge with a real understanding of commercial business drivers, having previously worked as in-house counsel. She has acted for clients in some of the leading IP litigation cases in Australia in the Federal and Full Federal Courts, and also has a strong advisory practice including the management of domestic and international trade mark and design portfolios. Lisa works in partnership with businesses to provide commercial solutions and her clients value her pragmatic approach. She has clients in a range of industries, from start ups and SMEs, to publicly listed entities. Lisa is the co-author of the Mondaq Trade Mark Disputes Comparative Guide., photo=208800672366, id=41807086095}, {hs_object_id=41807086106, name=Sara Al-Salihi, Senior Legal Counsel (Digital and Technology), General Counsel's Office, MinterEllison , bio=Sara Al-Salihi is a technology and privacy lawyer with broad expertise in digital law, data privacy, and emerging technologies. She has developed her skills through diverse roles in Australia and internationally, including working for a global technology company and leading international law firms. Sara holds advanced certifications in privacy and data governance (AIPG, CIPM, CIPP/E). Her experience spans technology law, data protection, AI governance and ethics, and advising on complex digital procurement arrangements. Since 2019, Sara has been Senior Legal Counsel (Digital) within the General Counsel team at MinterEllison. In this role, she advises the firm on technology, privacy, AI governance, and regulatory compliance, helping to manage risk and enable responsible innovation.Sara Al-Salihi is a technology and privacy lawyer with broad expertise in digital law, data privacy, and emerging technologies. She has developed her skills through diverse roles in Australia and internationally, including working for a global technology company and leading international law firms. Sara holds advanced certifications in privacy and data governance (AIPG, CIPM, CIPP/E). Her experience spans technology law, data protection, AI governance and ethics, and advising on complex digital procurement arrangements. Since 2019, Sara has been Senior Legal Counsel (Digital) within the General Counsel team at MinterEllison. In this role, she advises the firm on technology, privacy, AI governance, and regulatory compliance, helping to manage risk and enable responsible innovation., photo=209481058826, id=41807086106}, {hs_object_id=41807086108, name=David Grant, Partner, Collins Biggers and Paisley , bio=With over 30 years of experience, David is known as a formidable commercial litigator. He runs a broad commercial litigation practice with a focus on acting on behalf of senior executives and directors in disputes between shareholders and corporations, corporate disputes, insolvency litigation, foreign bribery and foreign influence defence work., id=41807086108}, {hs_object_id=41807147926, name=Chloe Rattray, Partner, Lander & Rogers , bio=Chloe is a partner in Lander & Rogers' family and relationship law team. She is widely recognised for her dedication and personalised approach to family law and her clients. Chloe believes in the uniqueness of each client's circumstances, offering a high level of care and empathy to navigate through challenging times. Chloe's commitment to providing direct, thoughtful and commercially savvy advice in a clear and accessible manner ensures that clients are well-informed and feel supported throughout the process. She focuses on strategic early settlements to resolve matters efficiently, minimising the need for litigation and the stress it can entail. Chloe has been recognised as "One to Watch in Australia" by Best Lawyers for two consecutive years (2023 and 2024). She was also a finalist and the overall winner of the 2017 Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 awards for Family Law. , photo=209476423223, id=41807147926}, {hs_object_id=41807147956, name=Lucy Line, Barrister, Foley’s List , bio=Lucy M.E. Line has practised as a barrister at the Victorian Bar and Tasmanian Bar for 12 years. She specialises in employment law, public law and regulatory and disciplinary matters, particularly in the anti-corruption, legal, education, medical and financial sectors. Lucy often acts for and against regulators. She has acted in proceedings where parties have included the Fair Work Ombudsman, WorkCover, Comcare, ASIC, AHPRA, Integrity Oversight Victoria, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, Consumer Affairs Victoria, the Victorian Institute of Teaching, the Architects Registration Board, the Victorian Legal Services Commissioner and the Trans-Tasman IP Attorneys Board. Lucy has particular strength in law relating to legal ethics; she has taught ethics to Juris Doctor students at Monash University, where she is a Senior Fellow, has served on the Victorian Bar’s Ethics Committee, and is regularly briefed by the Law Institute of Victoria to provide ethical advice to solicitors. Prior to coming to the Bar, Lucy was a Judge’s Associate at the Supreme Court of Victoria, a solicitor at Corrs Chambers Westgarth, and a legal officer at the Commonwealth Attorney-General’s Department., photo=208796669750, id=41807147956}, {hs_object_id=48712787018, name=Prue McDonald, Senior Associate, Lander & Rogers, bio=Prue is a Senior Associate in the Family & Relationship Law group at Lander & Rogers in Melbourne. She has a particular interest in complex property matters including those that intersect with trusts and equity. Prue was previously a Legal Associate in both the Newcastle and Melbourne registries of Division 1 of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. Prue holds a Master of Laws from the University of Melbourne and a Graduate Diploma of Applied Law (Family Law) from the College of Law. She has also recently tutored family law in the JD program at the University of Melbourne., photo=208267501745, id=48712787018}, {hs_object_id=50160785536, name=Dan Coombes, Barrister, Greens List, bio=Dan practices predominantly in the areas of Criminal law and Estate litigation. He also accepts briefs in property disputes and commercial litigation. Dan appears regularly in summary and indictable matters. He accepts briefs in Proceeds of Crime and Confiscation Act matters. Dan is on the VLA Preferred Trial Counsel List and holds an Indictable Crime Certificate. Dan is regularly briefed in Testator Family Maintenance claims and other estate matters such as informal wills and removal of executors. He accepts briefs in superannuation disputes. He has completed the ARITA Advanced Certification. Dan completed the JD at the University of Melbourne and holds a BA and GDLP from the ANU., id=50160785536}, {hs_object_id=50160851614, name=Elefteria Konstantinou, Barrister, Greens List , bio=Elefteria Konstantinou was admitted to practice in 1997 and came to the Bar in 2002. She practices in all State and Federal jurisdictions. Her particular focus is in wills and probate litigation. In addition to being experienced in Part IV claims made pursuant to the Administration & Probate Act 1958 Elefteria gives advice to estates where an approval of compromise is sought by reason of there being a minor or a specially represented beneficiary due to disability. She has an established practice in advising executors of estates and trustees for the purposes of applications made pursuant to O.54 of the Supreme Court (General Civil Procedure) Rules 2005 and the Trustee Act 1958. She regularly represents parties in mediations and is also briefed to assist parties in her role as mediator. Elefteria also presents regularly on Wills and Estates Law., photo=209623660399, id=50160851614}, {hs_object_id=50378624362, name=David G Robertson KC, Chapman’s List, bio=David Robertson KC was admitted to practice as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Victoria on 1 April, 1981. Employed by Corr & Corr as a Solicitor and then as an Associate and then Senior Associate from 1981 to 1985 working mainly in Banking, Finance and Commercial Litigation. Signed the Roll of Counsel of the Victorian Bar on 23 May, 1985. Practises mainly in Commercial Law, including Banking, Finance, Securities, Consumer Credit, Trusts and Superannuation and also Constitutional Law, Equity, Company Law, Administrative Law and Professional Negligence. He was for many years a Member of the Human Research Ethics Committee of the Royal Children’s Hospital and a Senior Honorary Fellow and Part-Time Lecturer in Finance Law, University of Melbourne and also the author of the Chattel Securities Chapter of Lexis Nexis, Court Forms Precedents & Pleadings — Victoria. , id=50378624362}]}