Courtney Steele

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...

Kristy McCluskey is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Kristy practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Kristy McCluskey 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 Kristy McCluskey is held by other lawyers.

Scott Hay-Bartlem is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Law, Superannuation Law, Trusts and Estates and Wealth Management / Succession Planning Practice. Scott practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Scott Hay-Bartlem since 2014. 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 Scott Hay-Bartlem i...

Annie Smeaton is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Labour and Employment Law. Annie practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Annie Smeaton 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 Annie Smeaton is held by other lawyers.

Terry has over 25 years' insurance litigation experience, with his past 20 years focused predominantly on advising underwriters and self-insurers in the defence of damages claims for personal injuries, property damage and financial loss. Terry has an in-depth understanding of and expertise in the Personal Injuries Proceedings Act 2002 , The Civil Liability Act 2003 and the Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003 . In the 2018 Doyle's Guide , Terry was recognised as leading def...

Matt acts for leading domestic and international private equity firms, boards, founders and existing shareholder groups. He advises management teams on buy-out and follow-on transactions and fund governance, and corporates in transport, mining services, pharmaceuticals and childcare industries on commercial contracting. Matt advises on private M&A and strategic investment transactions, structuring and due diligence, acquisitions and divestments, management equity arrangements and fund for...

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 ...

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

Michael has 20 years’ experience in construction law and litigation obtained at firms in Australia, London, and in-house at some of Australia’s leading contractors. Michael’s advice is clear, pragmatic and considered. His comprehensive understanding of how major contractors operate, based on his own experience, gives him an appreciation of how legal and commercial risks fit within the bigger picture. He has also been involved in many high profile and complex construction dis...

Greg Cahill is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Greg practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Greg Cahill since 2012. 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 Greg Cahill is held by other lawyers.