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David Grace is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Commercial Law, Competition Law, Corporate / Governance Practice and Corporate Law. David, who practices law in Brisbane, Australia, has been recognized since 2014. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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.

Andrew acts for principals, contractors, subcontractors, engineers, architects and other consultants across Queensland and nationally. His clients include major JV contractors, resources sector participants and infrastructure delivery entities. He leads the Queensland construction team at Thomsons and is based in Brisbane. Andrew advises on construction and engineering matters from the front end through to complex dispute resolution. He acts in litigation, arbitration, expert determination an...

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

Ben Cohen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Alternative Dispute Resolution, Ethics and Professional Responsibility Practice, Legal Malpractice Litigation, Litigation and Professional Malpractice Litigation. Ben, 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 Ben is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice...

Kathleen is a Partner practising exclusively in Family and Relationship law. Kathleen has extensive experience advising on relocation matters, international disputes, family violence and general parenting issues that arise upon the breakdown of a relationship. Kathleen advises clients on the financial issues arising upon a separation and ensures settlements are finalised as quickly as possible. As an Accredited Specialist (Family Law), as well as a responsive and accomplished practitioner, Ka...

Kirsten Van Der Wal is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Medical Negligence. Kirsten, 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 Kirsten is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Terry has over 25 years' insurance litigation experience, with his past 20 years focused predominantly on advising underwriters and self-insurers in the defence of damages claims for personal injuries, property damage and financial loss. Terry has an in-depth understanding of and expertise in the Personal Injuries Proceedings Act 2002 , The Civil Liability Act 2003 and the Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003 . In the 2018 Doyle's Guide , Terry was recognised as leading def...

Sean has practised in insurance litigation since 1992, acting on behalf of defendant insurers and self insured across the CTP, workers' compensation and public liability regimes. This has included providing advices on the interpretation of legislation and policy submissions on the strategic operation of schemes. Sean has also advised employers in respect of reviews of decisions by the Workers’ Compensation Regulator, and conducting and defending appeals challenging decisions under the Q...

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...