Michael MacGinley

Ann’s Vision Ann Janssen founded the firm in 2009 based on her vision to deliver first-class estate planning and administration services to clients at an accessible cost. Her reasoning was that if a law firm only focussed on this area of law, it would quickly become expert and efficient at it. This has proven to be true, and now Estate First Lawyers has become one of the largest estate planning teams of its type operating Australia wide. The firm consistently receives very high feedback...

Richard Leahy is the Legal Practitioner Director of Cochrane Leahy Litigation. Richard was a partner in an award winning, national firm, practising in commercial and insurance litigation. Identifying a gap in the Queensland legal market, he has now created his own boutique commercial litigation firm, with an emphasis on expert but commercially pragmatic service for businesses and individuals.

Wendy is a highly experienced accredited family law specialist and an accredited family law arbitrator. Her strong preference is to assist clients settle their family law issues in a conciliatory manner through negotiation, mediation, arbitration or through the collaborative law process. However, if litigation is necessary Wendy will take immediate action to protect her client’s position. Much of Wendy’s work is with financial agreements and the often difficult corporate, trust an...

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 ...

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...

Brady Cockburn is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law, Motor Vehicle Law and Personal Injury Litigation. Brady, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Brady is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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.

Anthony Pitt is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation and Real Property Law. Anthony, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Anthony is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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