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Charles Sweeney is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Law, Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Charles practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Charles Sweeney 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 Charles Sweeney is held by other lawyers.

Melanie acts for multinational corporations, large private companies and Australian businesses on corporate transactions, borrower-side debt finance and ongoing commercial matters. Her clients include global food and consumer goods groups, automotive distributors, industrial manufacturers and technology companies operating across Australia, Hong Kong and internationally. Melanie advises on the full range of corporate transactional work: acquisitions and disposals, takeovers, schemes of arrang...

Richard Leahy is the Legal Practitioner Director of Cochrane Leahy Litigation. Richard was a partner in an award winning, national firm, practising in commercial and insurance litigation. Identifying a gap in the Queensland legal market, he has now created his own boutique commercial litigation firm, with an emphasis on expert but commercially pragmatic service for businesses and individuals.

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...

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 ...

Kelly is the founder and Principal of Nurture Law a wills and estates law firm. Kelly is a caring Wills and Estate Lawyers, helping clients avoid and resolve estate disputes so they can focus on what matters most. Estate disputes can be messy, complex and emotional. Losing a loved one is difficult enough let alone having to engage estate lawyers and be involved in an estate claim or contesting a will. Kelly helps clients through the legal process with compassion and makes sure they understand...

Laura Gahan is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Leasing Law and Real Property Law. Laura practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Laura Gahan 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 Laura Gahan is held by other lawyers.

Areas of Expertise Mark is a Partner in Holman Webb's Insurance practice group in Brisbane and has over 15 years’ experience in insurance litigation. He has extensive experience in personal injury, property damage claims and public and product liability claims in both Queensland and New South Wales. Mark’s past experience includes working as a national claims manager with responsibility for a claims portfolio of over 800 claims, giving Mark a unique understanding of the requiremen...

Greg is a Partner in HopgoodGanim Lawyers’ Estate Planning practice and offers more than 25 years’ experience in estate planning, administration and litigation. Greg’s practice includes drafting Wills and memoranda of directions, from the most simple to the very complex; drafting powers of attorney and estate plans; and in the unfortunate incidence of an estate dispute, advising on the most effective dispute resolution strategy. He also has a comprehensive understanding of E...

Jon Erbacher is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Professional Malpractice Litigation, Sports Law and Litigation. Jon practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Jon Erbacher 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 Jon Erbacher is held by other lawyers.