Gillian Bristow

Committed to helping his clients manage their risks and solve problems, Andrew specialises in all areas of construction law. He has worked on both transactional and disputed matters concerning the engineering, procurement, construction and operation of major projects across Australia and internationally. Andrew has advised in both private practice and in-house for some of Australia’s largest construction and engineering companies and understands the commercial and technical drivers in t...

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.

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.

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...

Jeff acts for Australian and international financial institutions operating in the Australian market, as well as offshore lenders and borrowers engaged in Australian transactions or the Australian aspects of cross-border arrangements. Jeff advises on all aspects of banking and finance transactions including due diligence on businesses, assets and structures, and preparation and negotiation of facility, security, intercreditor and step-in arrangements. His practice covers corporate lending, ag...

Brett Solomon is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation, Product Liability Litigation and Professional Malpractice Litigation. Brett practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Brett Solomon 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 ...

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.

Chris Ward is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Alternative Dispute Resolution and Family Law Mediation. Chris practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Chris Ward 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 Chris Ward is held by other lawyers.

Stephanie is a construction contracts specialist with experience gained in-house and in private practice. Stephanie has advised in relation to a wide range of projects, including commercial, industrial and residential developments, civil and infrastructure projects, and engineering and mining projects. She is focused on applying strong technical drafting skills and providing commercial and practical advice to assist clients to best position themselves for each project. Her experience includes...

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.