Kathryn Pacey

Stacey has over 15 years’ post admission experience in the area of defendant insurance and personal injuries law. Her experience includes the defence of workers’ compensation, public and product liability matters with a particular focus on proactive claims management in the workers’ compensation area. She has extensive experience in representing clients at compulsory conferences, informal conferences and mediation. Stacey works closely with brokers, claims managers, underwri...

Jonathan Duhs is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Defamation and Media Law. Jonathan, 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 Jonathan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Tim Scanlan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Law, Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Tim, 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 Tim is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Dan is a Queensland Law Society Accredited Family Law Specialist and Director at BGM Family Lawyers , an award-winning family law firm based on the Gold Coast. With over 20 years of experience, Dan has guided thousands of individuals and families through separation and divorce, providing clarity, compassion, and practical solutions during some of life’s most challenging moments. Throughout his career, Dan has represented a diverse range of clients, including business owners, entrepreneu...

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.

Melanie acts for multinational corporations, large private companies and Australian businesses on corporate transactions, borrower-side debt finance and ongoing commercial matters. Her clients include global food and consumer goods groups, automotive distributors, industrial manufacturers and technology companies operating across Australia, Hong Kong and internationally. Melanie advises on the full range of corporate transactional work: acquisitions and disposals, takeovers, schemes of arrang...

Sarah Macoun is a Brisbane-based lawyer with HopgoodGanim, where she focuses on government practice, land use and zoning law, and planning and environmental law. She works with clients navigating the regulatory frameworks that shape development and infrastructure across Queensland, offering practical guidance grounded in an understanding of how policy and planning intersect. Her work regularly involves advising on development approvals, planning schemes and environmental assessments, as well ...

Brett Solomon is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation, Product Liability Litigation and Professional Malpractice Litigation. Brett, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Brett is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Bridget Wall is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law, Legal Malpractice Litigation and Professional Malpractice Litigation. Bridget, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bridget is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Justin Marschke Principal Cowen Schwarz Marschke Lawyers E: jmarschke@csmlawyers.com.au D: 07 3210 3542 M: 0410 096 815 F: 07 300 300 33 A: Level 8, 300 George Street, Brisbane Qld 4000 P: GPO Box 345, Brisbane Qld 4001