Michael Goss

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...

Robert Tidbury is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insurance Law and Personal Injury Litigation. Robert practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Robert Tidbury 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 Robert Tidbury is held by other lawyers.

Greg is a Partner in HopgoodGanim Lawyers’ Estate Planning practice and offers more than 25 years’ experience in estate planning, administration and litigation. Greg’s practice includes drafting Wills and memoranda of directions, from the most simple to the very complex; drafting powers of attorney and estate plans; and in the unfortunate incidence of an estate dispute, advising on the most effective dispute resolution strategy. He also has a comprehensive understanding of E...

Chris Ward is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Alternative Dispute Resolution and Family Law Mediation. Chris practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Chris Ward 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 Chris Ward is held by other lawyers.

Sophie is a media lawyer and litigator with extensive expertise in media and defamation matters. She specialises in defamation, contempt of court, suppression orders, freedom of information and court access applications, confidential information claims, privacy law, pre-publication advice, copyright and cyber safety law. She has acted for and advised many of Australia’s largest media organisations, large corporations and politicians, authors, and high profile/high net worth individuals ...

Qualified as a lawyer, chartered accountant and chartered tax adviser, Mark provides advice across the spectrum of taxes. He has experience in income tax, capital gains tax, goods and services tax, fringe benefits tax, payroll tax and land tax. Mark assists with all legal matters involving taxation law, including making applications for private, class or product rulings from the ATO. He assists with tax audits and with related settlement negotiations with the ATO and State revenue authorities...

The unexpected can strike at the worst possible time, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what comes next. That’s where I can help. I am a highly experienced Special Counsel with more than 30 years’ expertise in accident insurance law, 26 years’ specialist accreditation by the Queensland Law Society, Bachelors and Masters legal qualifications, and 20+ solely-held, prestigious industry recognitions. My early career as a lawyer was in a country law practice in Southe...

David Grace is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Commercial Law, Competition Law, Corporate / Governance Practice and Corporate Law. David practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized David Grace since 2014. 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 David Grace is held by ot...

Lisa Lahey is a Brisbane-based family lawyer at HopgoodGanim. She advises individuals and families on a broad range of family law matters, with a focus on practical guidance during periods of change. Her approach reflects a clear understanding of the legal framework and the personal considerations that often accompany family law disputes. Lisa’s practice includes assisting clients with parenting arrangements, property settlements and related negotiations. She works closely with clients ...

Janelle Metcalf is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Leasing Law and Real Property Law. Janelle practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Janelle Metcalf 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 Janelle Metcalf is held by other lawyers.