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Mitchell Hauser is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Personal Injury Litigation and Professional Malpractice Litigation. Mitchell practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Mitchell Hauser 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 Mitchell Hauser is held by other lawyers.

Qualified as a lawyer, chartered accountant and chartered tax adviser, Mark provides advice across the spectrum of taxes. He has experience in income tax, capital gains tax, goods and services tax, fringe benefits tax, payroll tax and land tax. Mark assists with all legal matters involving taxation law, including making applications for private, class or product rulings from the ATO. He assists with tax audits and with related settlement negotiations with the ATO and State revenue authorities...

Kristy Dorney is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Property Law. Kristy practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Kristy Dorney since 2020. 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 Kristy Dorney 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.

Kirsten acts for listed and unlisted property trusts, not-for-profit organisations, high-net-worth individuals, banks and financial institutions, receivers, mortgagees, liquidators and trustees across the Queensland commercial property market. Kirsten advises on the acquisition, disposal and leasing of commercial, retail and industrial assets. She is well regarded for drafting and negotiating complex leases and for advising on the full range of issues arising in the landlord-tenant relationsh...

Jennifer Douglass is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Insurance Law. Jennifer practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Jennifer Douglass 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 Jennifer Douglass is held by other lawyers.

Leeann is a Special Counsel in our Family and Relationship Law practice. Leeann practices exclusively in family and relationship law and advises clients on both matrimonial and de facto property settlements. Her experience includes advising on alternative dispute resolution (including collaborative law), child-related matters, spousal maintenance and binding financial agreements.Most recently, Leeann was named in the 12th edition of Best Lawyers, Australia for Family Law. Leeann holds qualifi...

Paul Betros is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Paul practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Paul Betros since 2021. 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 Paul Betros is held by other lawyers.

Chris is the principal at CNM Legal. He has practised in corporate law for more than 20 years, and is a specialist in funds management, financial services and capital markets. He holds degrees in law and arts and a Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment from the Securities Institute of Australia (now Finsia). He is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a Fellow of Finsia. He is chair of the Independent Compliance Committee Member Forum (Brisbane). He is r...

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...