Meredith Bennett

Kirsten acts for listed and unlisted property trusts, not-for-profit organisations, high-net-worth individuals, banks and financial institutions, receivers, mortgagees, liquidators and trustees across the Queensland commercial property market. Kirsten advises on the acquisition, disposal and leasing of commercial, retail and industrial assets. She is well regarded for drafting and negotiating complex leases and for advising on the full range of issues arising in the landlord-tenant relationsh...

Matthew has over 25 years of China and Asia-Pacific legal and business experience, focusing on Intellectual Property (prosecution, litigation and transactions), Corporate (M&A) and International Trade. Matthew has been listed as a leading corporate/IP lawyer by various publishers and directories, and is an arbitrator (MCIArb) with the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre, the Beijing Arbitration Commission, Asian International Arbitration Centre, CIETAC, the Maldives International A...

Rebecca Edwards is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Superannuation Law, Trusts and Estates and Wealth Management / Succession Planning Practice. Rebecca practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Rebecca Edwards 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 Rebecca Edwards is held by other lawy...

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...

James Ireland is a lawyer based in Brisbane with HopgoodGanim, where he focuses on government practice, land use and zoning law and planning and environmental law. He advises public and private sector clients on statutory planning frameworks, development approvals and the interaction between government decision-making and property rights. His work regularly involves navigating complex regulatory environments and responding to evolving planning policy. James is known for assisting clients thro...

Kim is a Special Counsel who practices in all areas of banking and finance law with a focus on corporate and business finance. Kim provides strategic and practical advice on a range of project documentation, including finance documents, charges and mortgages, and also advises parties receiving finance. Kim has experience undertaking due diligence for a variety of lenders who provide commercial loans. He also advises clients on the impact of the Personal Property Securities Act 2009 on their b...

Terry McCormick is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insurance Law, Medical Negligence, Motor Vehicle Law, Personal Injury Litigation, Product Liability Litigation and Professional Malpractice Litigation. Terry practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Terry McCormick since 2020. 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 professio...

Michael Donnelly is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Leasing Law. Michael practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Michael Donnelly 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 Michael Donnelly is held by other lawyers.

Gemma Chadwick is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Land Use and Zoning Law and Planning and Environmental Law. Gemma practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Gemma Chadwick since 2022. 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 Gemma Chadwick is held by other lawyers.

Paul Betros is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Paul practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Paul Betros since 2021. 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 Paul Betros is held by other lawyers.