Karla Macpherson

Sean has practised in insurance litigation since 1992, acting on behalf of defendant insurers and self insured across the CTP, workers' compensation and public liability regimes. This has included providing advices on the interpretation of legislation and policy submissions on the strategic operation of schemes. Sean has also advised employers in respect of reviews of decisions by the Workers’ Compensation Regulator, and conducting and defending appeals challenging decisions under the Q...

Terry has over 25 years' insurance litigation experience, with his past 20 years focused predominantly on advising underwriters and self-insurers in the defence of damages claims for personal injuries, property damage and financial loss. Terry has an in-depth understanding of and expertise in the Personal Injuries Proceedings Act 2002 , The Civil Liability Act 2003 and the Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003 . In the 2018 Doyle's Guide , Terry was recognised as leading def...

Matthew acts for clients in energy and resources, technology, agriculture, construction and manufacturing sectors, including domestic and international corporates, private equity funds and inbound investors from the United States and Asia. He brings commercial insight from prior in-house roles across multiple sectors and board experience on ASX listed and unlisted companies. Matthew advises on mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity capital markets, private equity and corporate advisory. He...

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.

Andrew acts for employers across construction, infrastructure, energy, mining, agribusiness, veterinary, water, retail, aged care, real estate, utilities, road and rail, professional services, the Arts and for not-for-profit organisations. He is based in Brisbane and advises clients across Queensland and nationally. He advises on the full range of employment and industrial relations matters, including workforce restructuring, award coverage, compliance and redress, whistleblower reports, redu...

With nearly two decades experience in employment and industrial law, Louise is a trusted advisor to Australian employers, especially when navigating complex workplace challenges. She delivers clear, strategic and commercially focused advice across all stages of the employment life cycle. Louise is deeply experienced in matters arising under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) – from enterprise bargaining and industrial action, to transfer of business, redundancy, interpretation of industrial i...

Richard Cowen is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Litigation. Richard practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Richard Cowen 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 Richard Cowen is held by other lawyers.

Kathleen is a Partner practising exclusively in Family and Relationship law. Kathleen has extensive experience advising on relocation matters, international disputes, family violence and general parenting issues that arise upon the breakdown of a relationship. Kathleen advises clients on the financial issues arising upon a separation and ensures settlements are finalised as quickly as possible. As an Accredited Specialist (Family Law), as well as a responsive and accomplished practitioner, Ka...

Glenn O'Brien is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trade Law. Glenn practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Glenn O'Brien 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 Glenn O'Brien is held by other lawyers.

Christopher O'Connor is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Trusts and Estates. Christopher practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Christopher O'Connor since 2023. 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 Christopher O'Connor is held by other lawyers.