Ian Lockhart

The unexpected can strike at the worst possible time, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what comes next. That’s where I can help. I am a highly experienced Special Counsel with more than 30 years’ expertise in accident insurance law, 26 years’ specialist accreditation by the Queensland Law Society, Bachelors and Masters legal qualifications, and 20+ solely-held, prestigious industry recognitions. My early career as a lawyer was in a country law practice in Southe...

Rowan Lyndon is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Defamation and Media Law, Information Technology Law and Intellectual Property Law. Rowan practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Rowan Lyndon 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 Rowan Lyndon 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.

Deano is the managing Director of Simonidis Steel lawyers. From the commencement of operations in 2001, Deano has expanded the firm to the Gold Coast and more recently to Brisbane’s Northside to cater for a growing clientele. Practicing Family Law for 26 years, Deano has been Accredited by the Queensland Law Society as a Family Law Specialist due to both his experience and credentials in the field. It is no surprise that the hard work of Deano and the firm collectively were recognised b...

Kim is a Special Counsel who practices in all areas of banking and finance law with a focus on corporate and business finance. Kim provides strategic and practical advice on a range of project documentation, including finance documents, charges and mortgages, and also advises parties receiving finance. Kim has experience undertaking due diligence for a variety of lenders who provide commercial loans. He also advises clients on the impact of the Personal Property Securities Act 2009 on their b...

Don is one of the senior partners in HopgoodGanim Lawyers' property practice and leads our work across residential and mixed-use developments including community title projects and other commercial property transactions. Don’s experience includes acting for property developers, banks and managers such as Aria Property Group, Gurner, Sunland Group, St George Bank and Balmain Asset Management in acquiring development sites, establishing community title schemes and selling proposed lots. D...

Nick is a criminal defence lawyer based in Brisbane and the Managing Principal of Fisher Dore. He is accredited in Criminal Law by the Queensland Law Society and has been involved in the Criminal Law Accreditation Committee from 2014 to 2022, including serving as Chair in 2020. His professional recognition has also included rankings in Doyle’s Guide for criminal defence lawyers in Australia and Queensland. Nick represents individuals in complex criminal defence matters that may involve ...

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

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

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...