Melissa Scadden

Edward is a Principal in the business law area at Sladen Legal, with a particular focus on equity, trusts and succession. The focus of his dispute practice is on protecting vulnerable beneficiaries and others negatively affected by the decisions of the incumbent controllers of estates and trusts. He represents plaintiffs and defendants in the County Court and Supreme Court in matters relating to: The removal and replacement of executors and trustees of estates and trusts; Applications for jud...

Rory has over 10 years’ experience in planning and environmental law and was recognised in 2016 as a “Rising Star” in Planning and Environment, and again in 2018 as a Recommended Town Planning & Development Lawyer in the Doyle’s Guide to the Australian Legal Profession . Rory has a focus on major projects and infrastructure and large scale infill and growth area development projects. He has experience in development approvals across a broad scale, compulsory land a...

Louise Wolf is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Franchise Law. Louise practices law in Mount Waverley, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Louise Wolf 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 Louise Wolf is held by other lawyers.

Phil heads Sladen Legal’s superannuation team. He is a member (and past member) of multiple superannuation related committees, and is a regular author and presenter. He regularly liaises with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and Treasury in relation the implementation and administration of the superannuation laws. Phil’s clients include private business owners, accountants, financial planners, self managed superannuation fund (SMSF) trustees and high and medium net worth indiv...

Joel Zyngier is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Labour and Employment Law and Occupational Health and Safety Law. Joel practices law in Melbourne, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Joel Zyngier since 2019. 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 Joel Zyngier is held by other lawyers.

John is a founding Partner of Coghlan Duffy. He has a broad commercial practice with a focus on serving entrepreneurial clients through incorporation, investment rounds and exit transactions. John also has considerable experience in venture capital, private M&A, and general corporate and commercial matters.

Alex has extensive experience in the preparation and prosecution of patent applications in a wide range of biotechnology-related disciplines, including immunology, antibody therapeutics, vaccines, molecular biology, cell biology, stem cells, medical diagnostics and protein fractionation. He assists local clients in developing commercially-focused patent strategies for the global and domestic markets. He also advises clients in contentious and non-contentious patent matters and has extensive e...

John O’Kane is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Construction / Infrastructure Law. John practices law in Melbourne, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized John O’Kane 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 John O’Kane is held by other lawyers.

Jeremy is a commercial property expert with extensive experience in private practice and in-house roles, specialising in property transactions. His real estate transactional experience includes work with law firms and as an in-house counsel. Jeremy is known for actively nurturing client relationships and focusing on their property transaction goals. His collaborative and confident approach makes him a valuable leader and team player with colleagues and clients. Jeremy holds a Bachelor of Laws...

Quentin Reidy is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Quentin practices law in Melbourne, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Quentin Reidy 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 Quentin Reidy is held by other lawyers.