Karla Fraser

Michael is a Partner in HopgoodGanim Lawyers' Corporate practice with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital raisings, due diligence, takeovers, joint ventures, corporate restructuring and private equity transactions. Michael is also the co-lead of our Asia Business Unit and in this role he predominantly works with Asia-based clients investing in Australian corporations. Michael has a specific interest in working with clients to achieve great deal outcomes in the resources, technology...

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.

Paul Betros is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Paul, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paul is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Michael has practised exclusively in the area of accident compensation for over 25 years. He has extensive experience in all areas of insurance litigation; however, in recent years has devoted his time to practising in the area of motor vehicle accident compensation. He is highly regarded by his clients and colleagues across the insurance industry. Over the course of his career, Michael has acted for private and government CTP insurers, WorkCover Queensland and public liability insurers. Mich...

Victor specialises in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications in all areas of biotechnology including immunology, cell therapies, stem cell technologies, antibody technologies, molecular biology, bioinformatics, genetically modified organisms including genetically modified animals and plants, diagnostics and plant innovations. He is experienced in conducting patent oppositions including involvement in oppositions before the European Patent Office and has extensive knowledge in ...

Justine Woods is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Justine, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2017. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Justine is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Elizabeth Harvey is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Natural Resources Law and Oil and Gas Law. Elizabeth, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Elizabeth is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Greg Cahill is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Greg, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2012. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Greg is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Jeff Baker’s practice focusses on structuring and documenting Banking & Finance transactions for financial institutions operating in the Australian market. He also advises offshore based lenders and borrowers, in respect of Australian transactions or the Australian aspects of arrangements focussed offshore. Over his career Jeff has developed valuable insights into the key commercial drivers that ensure financial transactions complete in a seamless manner and within requisite timefra...

Matthew Reynolds is a Partner in Thomson Geer’s Corporate & M&A team. Matthew’s key areas of focus are mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity capital markets, private equity and corporate advisory. He has particular expertise advising clients in the energy and resources, technology, health, agriculture, construction, infrastructure, retail and manufacturing sectors. Recent Experience Includes: Advising eCargo Holdings Limited (ASX:ECG) ( ECG ) on its acquisition of 85% ...