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Laura is a Special Counsel in the firm's Disputes Resolution & Litigation team, specialising in the areas of family business succession, estate planning and superannuation. She has over 16 years’ experience working with private clients and family businesses in crafting and executing succession plans. Laura’s key focus is to understand each individual or families motivation for their succession planning and tailor an appropriate plan for the individual or family. Her areas of e...

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.

Rocco is an internationally recognised dispute resolution lawyer with expertise in court and tribunal matters, advocacy, negotiation, and alternative dispute resolution.He works across Australia to resolve disputes in the corporate and commercial, construction, property, insolvency, defamation and intellectual property fields, as well as representing clients in corporate investigations and commissions of inquiry. He has specific experience in complex, high value, business critical disputes, a...

Matthew acts for major financial institutions, insolvency practitioners, federal and state government entities, government-owned corporations and private property clients. His client base spans real estate transactions, banking and finance, and insolvency and restructuring work across Queensland and nationally. Matthew advises across the full range of real estate and commercial transactions: acquisitions, disposals, leasing, development arrangements and complex property structuring. He also a...

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...

Scott is recognised as one of Queensland’s leading and most experienced restructuring and insolvency lawyers. He works with clients, company directors and advisers to analyse the issues and provide a range of options within tight time frames and often under difficult circumstances. An expert in distressed turnarounds and restructures, Scott often works collaboratively with other turnaround and restructuring professionals, assisting with and documenting restructures and advising company ...

Damian Roe is a lawyer at HopgoodGanim in Brisbane, where he advises clients across the energy and resources sector. His work focuses on Energy Law, Mining Law, Native Title Law, Natural Resources Law and Oil and Gas Law. He is known for helping clients navigate complex regulatory and commercial environments that shape major projects throughout Australia. Damian works with resource companies, developers and stakeholders on matters spanning project development, approvals and ongoing operations...

Daisy Duff is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation. Daisy practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Daisy Duff 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 Daisy Duff is held by other lawyers.

Michele Muscillo is a Brisbane-based lawyer at HopgoodGanim, where he advises clients on a broad range of commercial and corporate matters. His work focuses on helping businesses navigate transactions, governance issues and growth opportunities across diverse industries. Michele is known for providing clear and practical advice that aligns legal strategy with commercial objectives. Michele’s practice spans commercial law, corporate law, equity capital markets, mergers and acquisitions a...

Michael has 20 years’ experience in construction law and litigation obtained at firms in Australia, London, and in-house at some of Australia’s leading contractors. Michael’s advice is clear, pragmatic and considered. His comprehensive understanding of how major contractors operate, based on his own experience, gives him an appreciation of how legal and commercial risks fit within the bigger picture. He has also been involved in many high profile and complex construction dis...