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Madeline acts for residential aged care, support at home and NDIS providers as well as retirement village operators. Madeline's clients include publicly listed groups, private providers and not-for-profit organisations. Madeline is the Deputy Chair of the Queensland Law Society Elder Law Committee, providing expert advice to the QLS and developing policy positions, guidance materials and submissions on legislative and policy initiatives. Madeline provides pragmatic advice to businesses in the...

Belinda Winter is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labour and Employment Law. Belinda practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Belinda Winter since 2013. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Belinda Winter is held by other lawyers.

Paige Edwards is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Trusts and Estates and Wealth Management / Succession Planning Practice. Paige practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Paige Edwards since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Paige Edwards is held by other lawyers.

Michaela Manning is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Regulatory Practice. Michaela practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Michaela Manning since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Michaela Manning is held by other lawyers.

Sarah Macoun is a Brisbane-based lawyer with HopgoodGanim, where she focuses on government practice, land use and zoning law, and planning and environmental law. She works with clients navigating the regulatory frameworks that shape development and infrastructure across Queensland, offering practical guidance grounded in an understanding of how policy and planning intersect. Her work regularly involves advising on development approvals, planning schemes and environmental assessments, as well ...

Philip Vickery is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Corporate Law, Franchise Law, Health and Aged Care Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Philip practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Philip Vickery since 2019. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Philip Vicker...

Damien has practised for over 40 years in the Family law and de facto relationship fields. Damien is an Accredited Family Law Specialist, a Mediator and an Arbitrator with extensive knowledge and expertise in all areas of family law. He has a particular interest in complex financial and property settlements and international family law matters. Damien is consistently recognised by his peers in published reviews as a leader in the field of family law. Damien was invited to become a Fellow of t...

Philip acts for major listed and private corporations in connection with corporate and commercial activities. His client base includes mining services companies, agribusiness operators, property developers, food service businesses, medical practices and other commercial entities. Philip advises on acquisitions and divestments (both share and asset purchases), corporate restructuring, commercial contracts, corporate governance and general commercial law. His work covers the full transaction li...

Shane Roberts is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Alternative Dispute Resolution and Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Shane practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Shane Roberts since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Shane Roberts is held by other lawyers.

Stacey has over 15 years’ post admission experience in the area of defendant insurance and personal injuries law. Her experience includes the defence of workers’ compensation, public and product liability matters with a particular focus on proactive claims management in the workers’ compensation area. She has extensive experience in representing clients at compulsory conferences, informal conferences and mediation. Stacey works closely with brokers, claims managers, underwri...