Michael Kunstler

Accredited Criminal Law Specialist | Co-Founder of Doogue + George Defence Lawyers Bill Doogue is a distinguished criminal defence lawyer based in Melbourne, Australia, with over 30 years of experience in the legal profession. Admitted to practice in 1989, he has been an Accredited Criminal Law Specialist since 1998 and was recognised as one of Australia's five 'pre-eminent criminal lawyers' by Doyle’s Guide in 2024 .​ As a co-founder of Doogue + George Defence Lawyers, Bill leads a fir...

Tim Breakspear SC has a commercial practice with a speciality in major infrastructure, mining, gas and construction projects. In that field he has significant expertise in disputes involving delay and disruption. He also acts in general commercial matters, with experience in disputes involving issues of contract law, misrepresentation, restitution, estoppel and negligence. He conducts hearings in Australian commercial courts and tribunals, and in international arbitrations. He appears regular...

Joanne Kinslor is amongst Australia’s foremost immigration lawyers. She is known for both her extensive experience throughout the field of immigration law and her thought leadership. Her clients appreciate her dedication to addressing complex immigration issues and winning difficult cases. Joanne has been accredited as an immigration specialist by the Law Society of New South Wales since 2006. There are fewer than 60 accredited immigration solicitors in New South Wales. Joanne is an act...

Ian G. Roberts SC is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Law, Construction / Infrastructure Law and Insurance Law. Ian G. practices law in Sydney, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Ian G. Roberts SC 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 professional regard in which Ian G. Roberts SC is held by other lawyers.

Tamara is briefed in a wide range of commercial and public law matters, with a focus on complex revenue, regulatory and planning and environment cases. She appears both led and unled, at first instance and on appeal in New South Wales and Federal courts, as well as in tribunals and inquiries. In addition to advocacy, Tamara’s practice involves opinion and advisory work for corporate and government clients. Tamara has been recognised in Doyle’s Guide as a leading junior counsel in ...

He is a member of the International Academy of Estate and Trust Law, the Law Council of Australia Tax Committee, the Gunn Club and the Challis Tax Discussion Groups comprising Australia's leading taxation advisers.

Sylvia acts for a broad range of clients including State-owned corporations, listed companies, professional services firms and government bodies. Her regulatory practice spans matters involving ASIC, ASX, APRA, ACCC, SafeWork NSW, ICAC, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator and the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority. She is based in Sydney and is Junior Vice President of the Law Society of New South Wales for 2026, first elected to the Council in 2021. Sylvia advises on h...

Simon has practised as a barrister in Sydney since 2010 and was appointed Senior Counsel in 2024. He had previously worked in New York, taught at the University of Sydney Law School, and been an associate at the High Court of Australia. Simon’s practice includes commercial and corporate law, equity, insurance, professional indemnity, public law and trade practices. He has appeared in representative proceedings (for applicants and respondents), commissions of inquiry (as counsel assistin...

As Managing Director of Kain Lawyers, Michael is responsible for shaping and advancing the firm’s strategic priorities. Michael is an experienced corporate lawyer who has advised some of Australia’s largest corporations and investment funds on their most complex and strategically critical transactions. His practice includes advising on mergers and acquisitions, capital raises, alternative asset fund establishment and deployment as well as foreign investment and financial services ...

Julie Wright is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Construction / Infrastructure Law, International Arbitration and Real Property Law. Julie practices law in Sydney, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Julie Wright since 2012. 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 Julie Wright is held by ...