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Emma Donaghue is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Banking and Finance Law, Funds Management and Investment Funds. Emma, 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 Emma is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Hayden acts for well-known software vendors, organisations undertaking complex technology projects, Federal and State government agencies, and clients across fintech, defence-tech, medtech and artificial intelligence. He also advises clients in regulated industries including health and aged care, education and financial services on technology, privacy and security risks. He holds law and IT qualifications. Hayden advises on complex IP and technology transactions, ICT procurement (including un...

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...

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...

Marcus Ford is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Property Law. Marcus, 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 Marcus is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Chris acts for ASX-listed companies, family offices, private and institutional developers and investors, property syndicators, government instrumentalities, banks and financial institutions, and consultants to the real estate industry. He also acts for aged care and retirement living clients in capital transactions and development matters as part of the firm’s national health and aged care team. Chris advises on all aspects of real estate investment and development, with over 35 years o...

Antony is an experienced lawyer who has been practicing corporate-commercial law for over 25 years. Having studied both commerce and law, Antony is uniquely qualified to help clients deliver their strategic, operational and commercial objectives by helping them to identify, understand and manage the legal risks that arise on day-to-day basis and during corporate transactions. By taking the time to understand his clients’ business, Antony has established himself as a trusted advisor to a...

Philip Vickery is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Corporate Law, Franchise Law, Health and Aged Care Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Philip, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Philip is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Robert Tidbury is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation. Robert, 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 Robert is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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...