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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.

Ian Hughes is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Law. Ian, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ian is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Emma acts for clients in health, life sciences, biotechnology, technology, agriculture, infrastructure, retail and manufacturing sectors. Her practice includes cross-border transactions with an Asia focus, particularly involving clients in Hong Kong, Singapore, the People's Republic of China and Indonesia. Emma advises on equity and debt capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, private equity and corporate advisory. She provides clients with access to high-level skills in areas that are hea...

Brian Moller is a Brisbane-based lawyer with HopgoodGanim, where he advises clients across a wide range of commercial and corporate matters. His practice focuses on commercial law, corporate and governance issues, equity capital markets and mergers and acquisitions. He works closely with boards, executives and in-house teams to navigate transactions and ongoing business arrangements with clarity and commercial focus. Brian’s experience includes acting on share and asset acquisitions, ca...

Madeline acts for residential aged care, support at home and NDIS providers as well as retirement village operators. Madeline's clients include publicly listed groups, private providers and not-for-profit organisations. Madeline is the Deputy Chair of the Queensland Law Society Elder Law Committee, providing expert advice to the QLS and developing policy positions, guidance materials and submissions on legislative and policy initiatives. Madeline provides pragmatic advice to businesses in the...

Rachel acts for major employers in infrastructure, government, hospitality, franchising and resources sectors. Her clients include ASX-listed entities, state asset operators and major infrastructure project participants. She is based in Brisbane. Rachel advises on workplace relations litigation, WHS prosecutions, industrial disputes, regulatory compliance, enterprise agreement strategy, and immigration. She manages multi-jurisdictional industrial relations programs for major projects, advises...

Khory is a highly experienced litigator, negotiator and strategist with over 30 year’s experience. He provides wide-ranging issues management and conflict advice to corporate and government decision makers at the highest levels. Khory has advised clients across a multitude of industries including energy, resources, finance, building and construction, government, health and education. He advises clients on commercial and industrial disputes and disruptions, strategic risk and issue manag...

Michele Muscillo is a Brisbane-based lawyer at HopgoodGanim, where he advises clients on a broad range of commercial and corporate matters. His work focuses on helping businesses navigate transactions, governance issues and growth opportunities across diverse industries. Michele is known for providing clear and practical advice that aligns legal strategy with commercial objectives. Michele’s practice spans commercial law, corporate law, equity capital markets, mergers and acquisitions a...

Jennifer Douglass is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Insurance Law. Jennifer, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jennifer is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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 ...