Practises exclusively in corporate and commercial law.
Extensive knowledge in restrictive trade practices compliance, protection and commercialisation of inventions and other intellectual property, negotiating licensing and distribution arrangements (both local and international), joint ventures and contract administration.
Advises local governments on a variety of complex property transactions and acquisition of other State and Federal Government assets.
Acts for:
A number of public sector bodies and many leading Hunter region businesses including Newcastle Airport, Hydramatic Engineering, Forsythes, Brambles and EnergyAustralia.
Appointments:
Appointed the inaugural clinical lecturer in commercial law at the University of Newcastle.
Memberships:
Past President of the Newcastle Business Club.
Member of The Newcastle Club.
Qualifications:
Public Notary and a member of the Society of Notaries of NSW.
Admitted as a solicitor in 1989.
Interests:
Cycling, surfing and outdoor activities with family.