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Michael is a Partner in HopgoodGanim Lawyers' Corporate practice with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital raisings, due diligence, takeovers, joint ventures, corporate restructuring and private equity transactions. Michael is also the co-lead of our Asia Business Unit and in this role he predominantly works with Asia-based clients investing in Australian corporations. Michael has a specific interest in working with clients to achieve great deal outcomes in the resources, technology...

Kristy McCluskey is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law. Kristy, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kristy is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Annie Smeaton is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labour and Employment Law. Annie, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Annie is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Chris Nyst is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Criminal Defence. Chris, who practices law in Gold Coast, Australia, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Chris is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Nicole Radice is a Brisbane-based lawyer at HopgoodGanim, where she advises clients on a broad range of commercial and corporate matters. Her work spans commercial law, corporate law, corporate governance and equity capital markets. She is known for providing clear, practical advice that reflects both legal requirements and commercial realities. Nicole regularly works with public and private companies, boards and senior executives on transactions and ongoing governance issues. Her experience ...

Chris Wright is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate / Governance Practice. Chris, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Chris is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Hayden Delaney is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Information Technology Law, Intellectual Property Law and Privacy and Data Security Law. Hayden, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Hayden is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Robert Tidbury is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation. Robert, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Robert is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Antony is an experienced lawyer who has been practicing corporate-commercial law for over 25 years. Having studied both commerce and law, Antony is uniquely qualified to help clients deliver their strategic, operational and commercial objectives by helping them to identify, understand and manage the legal risks that arise on day-to-day basis and during corporate transactions. By taking the time to understand his clients’ business, Antony has established himself as a trusted advisor to a...

Tony is a senior lawyer with more than 35 years' experience in complex agreements and disputes, particularly across intellectual property (IP), information technology (IT), life sciences, and franchising. Tony also has broad international experience, particularly in the USA, UK, and Asia. Tony has been involved in many seminal deals and cases. His experience includes cases involving expert evidence and cross jurisdiction co-ordination with an emphasis on technical and parallel issues. Tony ha...