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Thomson Geer > The Legal 500 Rankings
Australia > Intellectual property Tier 3
Recently engaged in patent litigation and trade mark portfolio management, Thomson Geer is geared to handle the full spectrum of intellectual property protection and enforcement matters. With over two decades of experience, Peter Le Guay is based in Sydney and handles intellectual property due diligence audits as well as licences and assignments. Josh Simons in Adelaide caters to copyright, design, patent, and trade mark litigation, while Ben Coogan in Brisbane is knowledgeable of competition, consumer, defamation, and media law as well as information technology issues.Other key lawyers:
Peter Le Guay; Josh Simons; Ben Coogan; Andrew Chalet
Testimonials
‘Strength in depth, with particular knowledge in trade mark law. The trade mark registration team and litigation department work together particularly well.’
‘Great technical knowledge. They are responsive.’
‘The team is highly capable; they make it very easy to work with them.’
‘Peter Le Guay has exceptional knowledge of global client’s business and brands, as well as strategic vision.’
‘Ben Coogan is a pleasure to work with. He is down to earth and has excellent instincts.’
‘Peter Le Guay is very personable and good at sharing his enthusiasm for excellent client service.’
Key clients
Konami Australia
Reckitt
Department for Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA)
Exim Marketing
JSHealth Holdings Pty Limited, JSHealth Vitamins Pty Limited
Sweetshop Green/Hakeem Productions
Coopers Brewery
South Australian Government
Saab Australia
Work highlights
- Acted for gaming company Konami in a precedent-setting patent dispute involving electronic gaming machines with fellow gaming company Aristocrat.
- Acting for Reckitt in a dispute over a rival’s dishwashing tablet product which involves allegations of trade mark infringement, misleading and deceptive conduct and passing off at common law.
- Represented Grenof Pty Ltd and Aquadex Pty Ltd in patent infringement proceedings brought by Calix Limited in the Federal Court of Australia.
Australia > Media and entertainment Tier 3
The team at Thomson Geer is singled out by clients for its ‘breadth and depth in the media and entertainment space’. Leadership is shared between Justin Quill, who specialises in defamation and litigation work; John-Paul Cashen, who is known for his sound pre-publication advice; and Marlia Saunders, who has extensive knowledge of intellectual property and privacy law. Other key practitioners include Samantha McGeoch, Zander Croft and Conor O’Beirne.Practice head(s):
Justin Quill; John-Paul Cashen; Marlia Saunders
Other key lawyers:
Samantha McGeoch; Zander Croft; Conor O’Beirne
Testimonials
‘The team is very dynamic. They can move fast and can provide considered detailed strategy and advice when required. The team has a good mix of junior lawyers and experienced practitioners to properly service different cases.’
‘Justin Quill and John-Paul Cashen are both excellent media lawyers and litigators with a deep understanding of the media industry and an appreciation for the context in which their clients operate. They are supported by a highly skilled team of lawyers, and good at identifying talent in juniors. Marlia Saunders is an excellent technical lawyer with a good breadth of skills.’
‘The team have expert subject matter knowledge, they are reliable for advice with short lead times, and they are extremely personable. They are a pleasure to work with.’
‘The team have a breadth and depth in the media and entertainment space that is without peer in Australia. They operate seamlessly across all Australian jurisdictions, and have exceptional industry and technical legal knowledge. They understand the pressures faced by media organisations, and in-house media lawyers, better than any other firm in the market.’
‘John-Paul Cashen is the first person I would call in a crisis. He is accessible and responsive, and is capable of managing media content disputes of any size and complexity. Justin Quill knows the Australian media landscape as well as anyone. He handles difficult matters with clear and commercial strategy, and backs up those skills with faultless technical legal advice. Also, a special mention to the associates in the Thomson Geer team – if they want to be, all of them are future Partners in the area.’
‘TG Law has a very talented and stable media law team who know our business intimately and provide solutions to pre-publication and litigation issues, not simply roadblocks.’
‘For media law, hard to think of any private practice team that has depth of knowledge/experience at all levels, and in all litigious and pre-publication areas.’
‘Justin Quill and John-Paul Cashen are our two “go to” media lawyers and we trust them explicitly to handle our defamation/suppression and other media law issues.’
Key clients
ViacomCBS – Network Ten
Nine Network Australia Pty Limited – Channel Nine
The Age Company Pty Ltd and Fairfax Media Publications Pty Ltd (Nine newspapers)
Nationwide News Pty Ltd – The Australian and The Daily Telegraph
The Herald and Weekly Times Pty Ltd – Herald Sun
Leader Associated Newspapers Pty Ltd
The Geelong Advertiser Pty Ltd
HarperCollins Publishers Pty Ltd
Seven Network (Operations) Limited – Channel Seven
Southern Cross Austereo Pty Ltd
Twitter Inc
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Special Broadcasting Service
Thryv Australia Pty Limited
GNM Australia Pty Ltd – Guardian Australia
Rebel News
Mamamia.com.au Pty Ltd
Macquarie Media Limited
Alliance for Journalists’ Freedom
Work highlights
- Acting for Network Ten in defamation proceedings commenced by former Liberal Party staffer Bruce Lehrmann in the Federal Court of Australia in relation to allegations he raped a colleague, Brittany Higgins, in a minister’s office made in an interview with Lisa Wilkinson on The Project in February 2021.
- Acted for HarperCollins and author Aaron Patrick in defamation proceedings commenced by Senator Linda Reynolds in the WA Supreme Court in relation to a book entitled ‘Ego: Malcolm Turnbull and the Liberal Party’s Civil War’.
Australia > Native title Tier 3
Thomson Geer advises project proponents across Western Australia on native title negotiations, claims, and commercial agreements, with a strong stable of clients in the mining and energy industries. The team also works with traditional owners, including on innovative agreements with land users involving equity and financing elements. Moving from HopgoodGanim‘s Perth office in January 2023, Paul Harley and Sarah O’Brien-Smith head up the practice.Practice head(s):
Paul Harley; Sarah O’Brien-Smith
Key clients
Silver Lake Resources Limited
Azure Minerals Limited
Cannon Resources Limited
Abarta Resources Limited
Rox Resources Limited
Falcon Minerals Limited
Nimy Resources Limited
Greenstone Resources Limited
GMA Garnet Pty Ltd
Turee Creek Pastoral Co Pty Ltd
Strike Energy
West Cobar
Peregrine Resources
Avenira Limited
Australia > Capital markets Tier 4
The equity capital markets offering from Thomson Geer advises a range of clients across the energy and resources, healthcare and construction sectors. Sydney-based Sanushka Seomangal is experienced in public and private equity and debt fundraising, while in Brisbane, Matthew Reynolds specialises in the technology sector and Emma Cook is particularly strong in heavily regulated areas.Other key lawyers:
David Schiavello; Scott Gibson; Emma Cook; Matthew Reynolds; Sanushka Seomangal
Testimonials
‘The team provided strong leadership and a willingness to deal with difficult issues during the capital raising including managing the relationship with regulators.’
‘The team stands out for the leadership, integrity and strength of character of Sanushka Seomangal.’
‘Very commercial, pragmatic, focused on practical outcomes for clients, ability to work cross-border, and value for money relative to larger law firms.’
‘The people are very responsive and capable.’
‘A first-class team to deal with.’
‘Extremely diligent and commercially savvy. Always provide a practical solution.’
‘The team goes above and beyond. Will work through the most difficult situations.’
‘Sanushka Seomangal is very hands-on and always available. Extremely competent, professional and comfortable working on cross-border transactions. Importantly, she is highly creative and develops pragmatic solutions to issues raised by regulators.’
Key clients
Chrysos Corporation
Domino’s Pizza Enterprises
Piedmont Lithium
Red Dirt Metals
Genesis Minerals
Incannex Healthcare
Microba Life Sciences
Kalium Lakes
Southern Palladium
Advanced Recycling Victoria
Work highlights
- Advising Genesis Minerals Ltd on a A$275 million capital raising, as part of its plan to acquire assets from mining neighbour St Barbara Ltd.
- Advised Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd on a A$165 million capital raising to acquire the minority interest in its German joint venture and reduce debt.
- Advised Close the Loop Ltd on raising A$45 million through an institutional placement to help fund its US$66 million acquisition of US companies ISP Tek Services LLC and Captive Trade Corp.
Australia > Infrastructure projects and construction Tier 4
In Thomson Geer‘s Brisbane office, Andrew Kelly has more than 20 years’ experience in front-end construction and engineering matters, both in Australia and in the UK. His practice focuses on advising principals, contractors, sub-contractors, engineers and architects on their bids in relation to residential and transportation development projects, contract documentation, PPP and construction disputes. Franco Aversa is the key figure in Sydney.Practice head(s):
Andrew Kelly
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Accessible and very competent with a good approach to effectively integrating within a complex in-house working environment (lawyers, project managers, infrastructure end users, governance and administration), which is increasingly rare in the private practice.’
‘Andrew Kelly is the key litigation partner and has a large national practice.’
‘Thomson Geer can be relied on to provide pragmatic, commercially focused advice.’
‘Availability and commitment.’
‘The team is made up of lawyers with excellent technical skills. But more than that, they are very easy to work with – they listen to instructions and give practical but legally sound advice. They are also very cost effective. This is my go-to team for construction matters.’
‘They are across the detail of the subject matter and are able to provide the required support. They are focused on outcomes for the client.’
‘They put clients front and centre, great communication and realistic advice.’
Key clients
St George Community Housing
Richard Crookes Constructions
Acciona Constructions Australia
Pro-Invest Australian Hospitality Opportunity (ST) Pty Ltd
Civil Mining and Construction Pty Ltd
A joint venture between Acciona Construction Australia Pty Ltd and CPB Contractors Pty Limited (known as the ACACPB JV)
South Australian Government (Department of Infrastructure and Transport)
Bouygues Construction
Quanta Services Australia
Laing O’Rourke
BESIXWatpac
Gamuda Australia
Adelaide Airport Ltd (AAL)
Coopers Brewery
Geelong Port
Work highlights
- Advising St George Community Housing on its proposed bid, in consortium with Lendlease Development, on the Waterloo Renewal Project.
- Advised Richard Crookes Constructions in relation to its involvement in the stations, systems, trains, operations and maintenance package PPP for Western Sydney Airport.
- Advising Acciona Constructions Australia on its bid for the Singleton Bypass project.
Australia > IT and telecoms Tier 4
Thomson Geer is a ‘full-service firm with excellent client service’, entrusted by government bodies, software companies and telcos to advise on all aspects of TMT transactions. Mark Feetham has over 30 years of experience working on media, tech and telecoms matters. He leads the group from the Sydney office and is known for giving expert advice on cybersecurity, smart grids and IoT. Demetrios Christou is another name to note, singled out for his ‘years of experience and excellent knowledge of IT and telecoms’.Practice head(s):
Mark Feetham
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team is able to give excellent ad hoc advice immediately when required. Their knowledge in IT & telecoms is exceptional and second to none. The fees are also very reasonable.’
‘Thomson Geer is a full-service firm with excellent client service.’
‘Dem Christou has many years experience and an excellent knowledge of IT & Telecoms.’
‘My principal contact at the firm is Mark Feetham, who is a top tech transactions lawyer. His client service is excellent.’
Key clients
Chrysos Corporation
Rohde & Schwarz
City of Sydney
South Australian Government – Department of Correctional Services
Hyland Software
NSW Government – Department of Primary Industries
Catholic Healthcare
KindiCare
Work highlights
- Advises on Australia’s largest outdoor advertising and street furniture contract.
- Acted for the South Australian Government’s Department of Correctional Services in negotiations with suppliers to deliver a new prisoner management system.
- Advising on new contractual arrangements for IT products and services provided to icare, the New South Wales government’s workplace injury insurance corporation.
Australia > Real estate Tier 4
Frequently handling leasehold portfolio management issues, property law remains a key component of the practice at Thomson Geer. Adelaide-based Chris Kelly‘s practice encompasses commercial acquisitions and leasings as well as renewable energy and infrastructure projects. Chris O’Shea in Brisbane handles a breadth of hotel and tourism asset transactions in addition to commercial, residential, and retail developments.Other key lawyers:
Chris Kelly; Chris O’Shea; Joseph Ip
Testimonials
‘A very strong real estate team with seamless integration.’
‘The level of service was exceptional.’
‘They are creative in finding solutions to complex problems, and they proactively advise on the pros/cons of each option.’
‘Chris O’Shea is a go-to lawyer for any real estate issues.’
‘Chris O’Shea was excellent in assisting with some complex transaction structures and advising on the pros/cons of each, and alternatives to what the parties had considered.’
‘Chris O’Shea provides clear and comprehensive advice; he is a responsive and reliable asset when it comes to ensuring all details are correct.’
Key clients
Village Roadshow
CSR Building Products
Telstra Corp
Adelaide Airport
ICD Property
Infrastructure NSW
Federation Asset Management
Ramsay Pastoral Pty Ltd, GC Campo Santo Pty Ltd
Estia Health
Work highlights
- Advised Village Roadshow in relation to the surrender of its existing cinema and office leases and subsequent relocation.
- Advised CSR Building Products in relation to a land swap arrangement with Chirnside Park Country Club and the redevelopment of the Chirnside Park golf course.
- Acted for Telstra on the acquisition of around 170 leases.
Australia > Banking and finance Tier 5
Australia > Corporate and M&A Tier 5
Thomson Geer is a go-to for mid-market companies seeking help with acquisitions or divestments from across all industry sectors, from natural resources and agriculture to retail and healthcare. Leadership of the firm is shared between four key partners: Dan Kramer, who acts for private equity funds; Matthew Reynolds, who handles corporate advisory within the energy and resources sectors; Adam Brooks, who deals with mergers and acquisitions; and Michael Bowen, who balances a broad range of domestic and cross-border transactions.Practice head(s):
Dan Kramer; Matthew Reynolds; Adam Brooks; Michael Bowen
Testimonials
‘Knowledge, practical experience, depth of team and responsiveness.’
‘Matthew Reynolds is well-supported by a responsive and competent team.’
‘The team at Thomson Geer were consistently client focussed, highly responsive, and worked in an extremely efficient manner to secure a positive outcome. Their communication throughout the process was exemplary.’
Key clients
Kirin Holdings Group, Limited
Genesis Minerals
MACA
Incannex Healthcare
Domino’s Pizza Enterprises
Flick Anticimex
Freight Management Holdings
Oklo Resources
Cannon Resources
PACT Group
Biortica Agrimed
Work highlights
- Advised Japanese food and beverages giant Kirin Holdings on its A$1.85bn proposed acquisition of listed healthcare company Blackmores via a scheme of arrangement.
- Advised gold company Genesis Minerals on its acquisition of St Barbara’s Gwalia mine for A$614m.
- Advised Perth-based ASX-listed mining and infrastructure services company MACA on its A$350m takeover by construction giant Thiess.
Australia > Dispute resolution: litigation Tier 5
The litigation and dispute resolution team at Thomson Geer was recently bolstered by the arrival of ‘market leader’ Bronwyn Lincoln in Melbourne and the ‘smart, responsive, and strategic’ Scott Castledine in Sydney, from HFW and Clifford Chance respectively. The team acts for clients across a range of industries including the banking and finance, energy and resources and insurance sectors, with work including regulatory investigations and enforcement proceedings. Jodi Walkom in Sydney is recommended for her ‘wealth of experience‘ and ‘strategic’ approach.Other key lawyers:
Bronwyn Lincoln; Jodi Walkom; Geoff Brennan; Harold Werksman; John Howard; Stephen Voss; Sylvia Fernandez; Scott Guthrie; Michael O’Donnell; Scott Castledine
Testimonials
‘Jodi Walkom and her team are exceptional. They take the time to understand the situation and any complexities and offer practical and sensible legal advice and support. Jodi has a wealth of experience and is strategic in her approach.’
‘Bronwyn Lincoln is creating a top team focused on international commercial disputes in Australia. Her team has deep big firm/big law experience.’
‘Bronwyn Lincoln is a market leader in international disputes work in Australia. Her expertise in domestic litigation and international arbitration allows her team to help clients resolve legal disputes in a quick, effective and successful manner. Scott Castledine is also a rising star young partner who is smart, responsive, and strategic.’
‘Bronwyn Lincoln is a standout performer with very deep industry knowledge in insurance litigation.’
Key clients
Konami
Grenof Pty Ltd and Aquadex Pty Ltd
BCEG International
McPhersons
Mitsubishi Motors
Dye and Co
ClubsNSW
Work highlights
- Acting for Mitsubishi Motors in a A$1bn consumer class action in the Federal Court in relation to fuel consumption labelling on certain of its Triton utility vehicles, in parallel to Victorian Supreme Court proceedings which the client has successfully applied for special leave to appeal to the High Court of Australia.
- Acted for gaming company Konami in a precedent-setting patent dispute with fellow gaming company Aristocrat.
- Acted for ClubsNSW in a high-profile dispute with a former employee involving whistleblower claims, defamation and parliamentary privilege.
Australia > Energy (transactions and regulatory) Tier 5
Thomson Geer exhibits deep bench strength in a variety of areas, including M&A and capital raising, as well as the operational aspects of major energy and resources projects. Infrastructure expert Jae Lemin joined from Eversheds Sutherland, oil and gas specialist Nicholas Antonas joined the team from Johnson Winter Slattery, and Paul Harley and Sarah O’Brien-Smith joined from HopgoodGanim , bringing their deep knowledge of mining matters. Energy and resources project finance specialist Nicholas Creed joined from Allens. Josh Marchant is a key name within the practice.Practice head(s):
Josh Marchant; Jae Lemin; Nicholas Antonas; Paul Harley; Sarah O’Brien-Smith; Nicholas Creed
Testimonials
‘A great understanding of the law and an ability to co-ordinate well with stakeholders to secure an outcome.’
‘Thomson Geer distinguishes itself through a unique blend of innovation, collaboration, and personalized service.’
‘Led by Partner Josh Marchant, the team is defined by its proficiency in addressing client needs and an unyielding commitment to delivering tailored solutions.’
‘Josh Marchant embodies the spirit of client-centric service that sets the practice apart. With an acute understanding of our clients’ goals and challenges. His approach isn’t confined to standard solutions; instead, he delves deep into each case, ensuring that every client receives the attention and customized service they deserve.’
‘Thomson Geer has a commitment to progressive values, such as diversity and environmental responsibility. These aren’t mere buzzwords for but integral to their identity as a practice that seeks to reflect and contribute positively to the community we serve.’
‘They are proficient with client-focused leadership, a collaborative approach that leverages the strengths of the entire firm, and a willingness to innovate in ways that resonate with the modern client’s expectations. Potential clients seeking a firm that not only understands their legal needs but also aligns with their values and aspirations will find a committed partner in Thomson Geer.’
Key clients
Bouygues Construction
Liebherr Australia
92 Energy Ltd
Quanta Services Australia
LMS Energy
Work highlights
- Advised Nacap on the Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) Contract for the design and construction of the Northern Goldfields Interconnect – a 580km gas pipeline connecting the existing Goldfields Gas Pipeline to Geraldton in Western Australia.
- Acted for heavy equipment supplier Liebherr Australia in negotiating an agreement for the joint development and supply of hydrogen fuel cell and battery electric mining haul trucks to Fortescue Future Industries.
- Advising Bouygues Construction in relation to its bid for the engineering, procurement, construction and operation and maintenance of the the largest solar project in Victoria, the Kiamal 2 Solar Project.
Australia > Restructuring and insolvency Tier 5
Thomson Geer stands out for its significant cross-border insolvency expertise and focus on the financial services sector. The firm is regularly seen assisting in some of Australia’s largest insolvency matters. Michael Barrett is a key name for commercial litigation and has particular expertise advising banks and other financial institutions. Neil Hannan is well versed in commercial dispute resolution and regularly appears before the Supreme and Federal Courts. Nora Minassian is active in contentious and contested security enforcement and loan recovery, including across the retail and commercial sectors.Other key lawyers:
Michael Barrett; Neil Hannan; Nora Minassian; Michael O’Donnell; Nick Curran; Scott Guthrie
Testimonials
‘Practical concise advice.’
‘Nora Minassian is a standout partner to work with. Nora displays considerable commercial acumen in advising clients, and is always conscious of client risk specific to the relevant industry.’
‘The Thomson Geer Restructuring and Insolvency Practice is probably the best resourced in the Adelaide market place. The leader, Michael O’Donnell, has vast experience and has developed a team around him of highly competent Senior Asociates and Associates. Michael also adopts a very commercial approach to endeavouring to settling litigation at the earliest possible time. If settlement is not possible he is up for the fight.’
‘Available at all times.’
‘Strong technical ability.’
‘Attention to detail, flexible, commercial and pragmatic.’
‘The team is diligent in their work, and remains cognisant of specific client needs and risks unique to the industry in which the client operates.’
Key clients
Dye & Co
Evolution Traffic Management
Directors of Salt Lake Potash
Balmaine Gold
Work highlights
- Advised the liquidators of the IPO Wealth Group of Companies on an unregistered managed investment scheme with a deficit of $80m.
- Assisted the directors of Evolution Traffic Management with the pre-administration planning, preparation and presentation of a restructuring proposal for consideration by creditors of the company.
- Advising the directors of Salt Lake Potash in relation to a proposed deed of company arrangement and creation of a creditors trust for Salt Lake Potash and six subsidiaries.
Australia > Dispute resolution: arbitration
Thomson Geer > Firm Profile
The firm: Thomson Geer is a major Australian corporate law firm. The firm has more than 600 people, including over 140 partners operating out of our offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Canberra.
By size Thomson Geer is one of the 10 largest law firms operating in Australia, and the fifth largest independent Australian law firm.
The firm’s origins date back to 1885.
At Thomson Geer we focus on:
- delivering best practice legal skills and know-how to situations, transactions and disputes that require external legal counsel;
- ensuring that the above delivery is made with a deep appreciation of, and in response to, the commercial context; and
- maintaining cultural and operational standards and price settings across all our partners and professionals that ensure the right balance between value and cost flows to our clients.
This combines to form a service and quality style that is focused on enhancing the competitive position of our clients in whatever circumstances they find themselves in.
Supplementing the above is of course a deep moral code amongst all our people that requires the maintenance of the highest ethical standards and honesty in everything we do.
Our partnership fosters an open and transparent culture, which keeps our lawyers motivated and engaged. We are experts at cross-disciplinary collaboration – our partners and lawyers want to work with other offices and across areas of specialisation – which helps us properly resource matters and provide our clients with the expertise they need.
TG Public Affairs: Our affiliate TG Public Affairs provides first class, tri-partisan public affairs advice to both domestic and offshore clients. By utilising its extensive networks, TG Public Affairs ensures the priorities of clients are clearly understood within Australia’s parliaments and bureaucracies, and has a reputation for providing sound policy advice and designing effective advocacy strategies. TG Public Affairs is regularly retained by clients wishing to understand the political and regulatory environment in Australia, or those seeking advice on matters involving the Foreign Investment Review Board, Department for Foreign Affairs and Trade and other government agencies.
Our work: The nature of its legal assignments is what you would expect of a large corporate law firm. Thomson Geer is regularly engaged in challenging and complex work.
Recent examples of our work include advising:
- Japanese food and beverage giant Kirin Holdings Company, Limited on its A$1.8bn acquisition of Australian healthcare company Blackmores.
- The Yindjibarndi Aboriginal Corporation on the establishment of a renewable energy project partnership in Western Australia with ACEN Corp worth more than A$1bn.
- Represented many of Australia’s largest and prominent media organisations and identities in a contempt of court matter related to reporting of the conviction of Cardinal George Pell of child sex offences. The convictions were quashed on appeal.
- Acted on the US$172.5m US venture capital backed investment into Australian technology company Octopus Deploy, described as the second-largest ever venture capital investment in an Australian tech company.
- Advised Resolute Mining on the sale of its Bibiani gold mine to Chijin International for US$105m.
- Acted for German company Dr August Wolff in trade mark dispute with American company Combe International as Dr August Wolff sought to register its product Vagisan.
- Successfully acted for Civil Mining & Construction Pty Ltd in dispute with Wiggins Island Coal Export Terminal Pty Ltd over variations and delays in the project.
- Advised renewable energy fund SunBot on a two year technology finance and prototype development project with the Stanhope Solar Farm.
- Advised leading Australian online local services marketplace, Airtasker on its A$83.7m initial public offering and application to debut on to the ASX.
- Acted for pension fund Intrust Super on its merger with larger fund Hostplus.
- Advised one of Australia’s most acclaimed film special effects companies, Rising Sun Pictures on its acquisition by US based visual effects company, FuseFX.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Banking and finance | Armando Scenna | ||
Banking and finance | Stephen Lyons | ||
Construction and projects | Andrew Kelly | ||
Construction and projects | Josh Marchant | ||
Employment, workplace relations and safety | David Davies | ||
Employment, workplace relations and safety | Karl Luke | ||
Insurance | Chris Singleton | ||
Insurance | Cameron Roberts | ||
Litigation and dispute resolution | David Gaszner | ||
Litigation and dispute resolution | Harold Werksman | ||
Property | Melinda Graham | ||
Property | David Beer | ||
Superannuation and wealth management | Stanley Drummond | ||
Technology | Mark Feetham | ||
Technology | Matthew Prescott | ||
Competition and regulation | Josh Simons | ||
Corporate and advisory | Lucinda Smith | ||
Corporate and advisory | Adam Brooks | ||
Environment and planning | Craig Tidemann | ||
Environment and planning | Fraser Bell | ||
Intellectual property | Peter Le Guay | ||
Mergers and acquisitions | David Zwi | ||
Mergers and acquisitions | Eugene Fung | ||
Restructuring and insolvency | Michael Barrett | ||
Tax | Arthur Athanasiou | ||
Tax | Paul Tanti |
Lawyer Profiles
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Ms Emma Cook | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Philip Dowling | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Eugene Fung | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Phil Kaunitz | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Andrew Kelly | Partner | View Profile |
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Ms Julie McStay | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Chris O'Shea | Partner | View Profile |
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Ms Loretta Reynolds | Partner | View Profile |
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Mr Matthew Reynolds | Partner | View Profile |
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Ms Madeline Walsh | Partner | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Number of lawyers : 282 at this office : 87Languages
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The Interlex GroupDiversity
Thomson Geer firmly believes in equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. It is inherent to the way we operate and is reflected in the firm’s Diversity and Inclusion Statement.
We are a member of the Australian Legal Sector Alliance (AusLSA) which is an industry-led association working collaboratively to promote best practice sustainability commitments and performance across the legal sector. AusLSA’s sustainability framework includes sustainable and inclusive workplaces, community support, environmental conservation and responsible governance.
We are proud to participate in a number of initiatives across the firm as a part of our commitment to building an inclusive and responsive firm culture. These include (this list is not exhaustive):
- Providing a flexible and supportive work environment with flexible working and wellness policies and programs.
- Active membership of the Australian Network on Disability (AND) where we celebrate fundraising and awareness initiatives and participate in the AND’s Stepping Into internship program.
- Adopting the Law Council of Australia’s Equitable Briefing Policy.
- Prioritising support for Indigenous Australians including through our purchase of promotional products from an Indigenous-owned organisation and pro bono work for organisations supporting Indigenous Australians.
- Practising diversity within recruitment, selection and promotion activities, ensuring a diverse range of qualified candidates are considered across all roles and levels. Our female Chair Loretta Reynolds and Chief Executive Partner Adrian Tembel have ensured at least 40% of internal promotions have been women in the last seven years.
- Monitoring, evaluating and reporting on our gender, diversity and inclusion position within the firm and against internal benchmarks and to market including the Workplace Gender Equality Agency.
- Running a number of Continuing Professional Development seminars which have focused on diversity.
- Ensuring publications and newsletters are co-authored by one female and one male and that we have at least equal female and male representation in the presenters for our CPD and annual training programs.
Client testimonial
CLIENT:
COMPANY/FIRM:
TESTIMONIAL: Thomson Geer’s team was tireless and diligent in its application to the task of understanding and dealing with our case. The case involved court appearances and ultimately intense and successful financial bargaining. The advice, as well as the consistent and speedy reporting by Thomson Geer, was exceptional.
CLIENT:
COMPANY/FIRM:
TESTIMONIAL: (We have) been impressed with the transparent and direct way Thomson Geer operates in all of our dealings to date. Giving a recommended way to commercially proceed, assisting with project management, advising when you don’t have expertise and sticking to a quote make you a valued extension of our in house team.
CLIENT: Fabian Ross, CEO
COMPANY/FIRM: WA Super
TESTIMONIAL: WA Super was pleased to partner with Thomson Geer as part of the Merger Deed transaction with First State Super.
CLIENT: Victor Previn, Chairman
COMPANY/FIRM: Nova Eye Medical
TESTIMONIAL: (The team) at Thomson Geer provided practical and diligent legal support to our transaction team. They were innovative, always accessible and highly organised. The TG team was a pleasure to work with.
CLIENT:
COMPANY/FIRM:
TESTIMONIAL: There were many times when it appeared unlikely that a settlement could be reached and I was willing and prepared to take this matter to trial and had confidence in doing so with both of you. My confidence to go the distance was born out of both your thorough preparation and strategic approach.
Press Releases
Thomson Geer acts for Mitsubishi Motors in successful High Court appeal
14th February 2024 Thomson Geer has acted for Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited in the High Court of Australia in Mitsubishi Motors' successful appeal against claims it had engaged in misleading or deceptive conduct in relation to the contents of a mandatory fuel consumption label affixed to a Triton utility vehicle.Thomson Geer appoints two new female Partners for Corporate and IP teams
14th February 2024 Thomson Geer has appointed two new Partners to the firm, bolstering its national Corporate and Intellectual Property practice areas.MEDIA RELEASE | Thomson Geer appoints two Partners to strengthen M&A team
29th September 2023 Thomson Geer has bolstered its national mergers and acquisitions team with two new Partners joining the firm.Energy and Resources team bolstered with appointment of new Partner
24th November 2022 Thomson Geer has bolstered its Energy and Resources team with the appointment of internationally recognised specialist Nicholas Antonas as a Partner.Comparative Guides
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Australia: Litigation
Published: June 2023
Authors: Scott Castledine,Bronwyn LincolnHendrik van Aswegen
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Litigation laws and regulations applicable in Australia.
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Australia: Mergers & Acquisitions
Published: February 2024
Authors: Scott GibsonDan KramerMatthew ReynoldsAdam Brooks
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Mergers & Acquisitions laws and regulations applicable in Australia.