Licensing

Leading Juniors

Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.

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Leo Charalambides

Francis Taylor Building

Excellent legal knowledge of the subject matter and attention to detail. Very persuasive advocate and has the ability to recognize the client's needs and instill confidence in achieving a positive outcome.

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Sarah Le Fevre

Three Raymond Buildings

Sarah is both extremely hardworking and genuinely an expert in this area of law. Sarah’s preparation is always meticulous, and one can quickly see and feel that every tiny detail has been considered and/or attended to throughout the course of the discussions, meetings, and written advice that we receive.

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Gary Grant

Francis Taylor Building

Advocacy is particularly well organized, meticulous in his preparation, concise, and confident in front of licensing subcommittees and magistrates' court benches. Gary Grant is able to think on his feet and deal with matters that are raised during complex licensing negotiations and at hearings before councillors. He is able to cut through representations with skill and find solutions for many of our clients.

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James Rankin

Francis Taylor Building

As smooth as a Fabergé egg. A master at delivery.

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Charles Streeten

Francis Taylor Building

Technically superb.

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Michael Feeney

Francis Taylor Building

A very thorough and well-mannered character. He is certainly a rising star and is often used by us and is a safe set of hands. He is confident and clear in his advice, both oral and written.

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Richard Hanstock

Cornerstone Barristers

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Matt Lewin

Cornerstone Barristers

Matt's written submissions for the licensing appeal were extremely strong and won the day. In relation to the licensing policy, Matt took time to understand what our priorities were, gave good advice, and showed genuine interest in the policy initiatives proposed. He is very approachable, patient, and supportive, and we all really appreciated that. He helped draft new sections of the policy, and his drafting is really excellent, helping to shape the policy innovatively and clearly.

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Asitha Ranatunga

Cornerstone Barristers