Holly Leape

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...

Janelle Metcalf is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Leasing Law and Real Property Law. Janelle practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Janelle Metcalf since 2024. 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 Janelle Metcalf is held by other lawyers.

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...

Luke Mountford leads HopgoodGanim Lawyers as Managing Partner. His work focuses on Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Corporate and Governance Practice and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. He is known for helping clients navigate complex transactions and governance issues with clear, practical advice grounded in a strong understanding of their commercial objectives. Luke regularly acts for private companies, investors and boards on acquisitions and disposals, corporate restructures and day-to-day co...

Mark Curran is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employee Benefits Law, Labour and Employment Law and Occupational Health and Safety Law. Mark practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Mark Curran 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 Mark Curran is held by other lawyers.

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...

Ian Hughes is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Law. Ian practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Ian Hughes 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 Ian Hughes is held by other lawyers.

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...

Marcus Ford is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Property Law. Marcus practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Marcus Ford 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 Marcus Ford is held by other lawyers.

Ian Dorey is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation. Ian practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Ian Dorey 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 Ian Dorey is held by other lawyers.