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Andrew acts for employers across construction, infrastructure, energy, mining, agribusiness, veterinary, water, retail, aged care, real estate, utilities, road and rail, professional services, the Arts and for not-for-profit organisations. He is based in Brisbane and advises clients across Queensland and nationally. He advises on the full range of employment and industrial relations matters, including workforce restructuring, award coverage, compliance and redress, whistleblower reports, redu...

Langton Clarke is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Investment Funds. Langton practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Langton Clarke 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 Langton Clarke is held by other lawyers.

Judy Stewart is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Judy practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Judy Stewart 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 Judy Stewart is held by other lawyers.

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.

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...

Khilen practices in corporate law, specialising in public and private mergers and acquisitions, equity capital raisings and corporate governance matters. He regularly advises clients on Corporations Act and ASX Listing Rules requirements, joint venture arrangements and shareholder disputes, initial public offers, corporate restructuring and refinancing and head office and governance issues. Khilen plays a pivotal role in complex corporate and commercial transactions. He provides advice on tra...

James established JCL in 1992 as a specialist practice in commercial litigation and insolvency. Driven by a desire to achieve positive outcomes for his clients, James’ focus has always been on effective and efficient problem resolution. By establishing his own firm, James has also pursued his desire to help younger lawyers learn the art of law and problem solving. James has a broad range of legal experience, with extensive experience in commercial litigation and insolvency. He has acted...

Emma Donaghue is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Banking and Finance Law, Funds Management and Investment Funds. Emma practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Emma Donaghue 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 Emma Donaghue is held by other lawyers.

Elizabeth Harvey is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Natural Resources Law and Oil and Gas Law. Elizabeth practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Elizabeth Harvey 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 Elizabeth Harvey is held by other lawyers.

Emma acts for clients in health, life sciences, biotechnology, technology, agriculture, infrastructure, retail and manufacturing sectors. Her practice includes cross-border transactions with an Asia focus, particularly involving clients in Hong Kong, Singapore, the People's Republic of China and Indonesia. Emma advises on equity and debt capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, private equity and corporate advisory. She provides clients with access to high-level skills in areas that are hea...