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Leeann is a Special Counsel in our Family and Relationship Law practice. Leeann practices exclusively in family and relationship law and advises clients on both matrimonial and de facto property settlements. Her experience includes advising on alternative dispute resolution (including collaborative law), child-related matters, spousal maintenance and binding financial agreements.Most recently, Leeann was named in the 12th edition of Best Lawyers, Australia for Family Law. Leeann holds qualifi...

Matthew acts for major financial institutions, insolvency practitioners, federal and state government entities, government-owned corporations and private property clients. His client base spans real estate transactions, banking and finance, and insolvency and restructuring work across Queensland and nationally. Matthew advises across the full range of real estate and commercial transactions: acquisitions, disposals, leasing, development arrangements and complex property structuring. He also a...

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

Luke Mountford leads HopgoodGanim Lawyers as Managing Partner. His work focuses on Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Corporate and Governance Practice and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. He is known for helping clients navigate complex transactions and governance issues with clear, practical advice grounded in a strong understanding of their commercial objectives. Luke regularly acts for private companies, investors and boards on acquisitions and disposals, corporate restructures and day-to-day co...

Chris Nyst is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defence. Chris practices law in Gold Coast, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Chris Nyst 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 Chris Nyst is held by other lawyers.

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...

Drew has over 20 years’ experience as an insurance and commercial litigation lawyer. His area of focus has been the defence of professional negligence claims, directors' and officers' claims and medical malpractice. His commercial dispute practice includes shareholder, partnership and joint venture disputes, domestic and commercial building disputes, injunctive and declaratory relief and administrative law. Drew advises on risk management for professional service firms. Drew has been re...

Mitchell Hauser is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Personal Injury Litigation and Professional Malpractice Litigation. Mitchell practices law in Brisbane, Australia Best Lawyers has recognized Mitchell Hauser 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 Mitchell Hauser is held by other lawyers.

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.

Kelly is the founder and Principal of Nurture Law a wills and estates law firm. Kelly is a caring Wills and Estate Lawyers, helping clients avoid and resolve estate disputes so they can focus on what matters most. Estate disputes can be messy, complex and emotional. Losing a loved one is difficult enough let alone having to engage estate lawyers and be involved in an estate claim or contesting a will. Kelly helps clients through the legal process with compassion and makes sure they understand...