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The Cohen Group appoints Thomson Geer as its Legal Advisers
The Cohen Group is pleased to announce the appointment of national law firm Thomson Geer as its new legal advisers. Effective October 1, 2025, Thomson Geer will provide comprehensive legal counsel to the Cohen Group's Board and Management across its diverse asset portfolio.
The Thomson Geer legal team will be led by a dedicated group of partners with deep expertise in their respective fields: Annabel West, Partner – Corporate, Chris Kelly, Partner – Real Estate, and George Hodson, Partner – Tax and Structuring, supported by Thomson Geer’s extensive resources.
Cohen Group CEO, Gregg Downer, commented on the appointment: “Thomson Greer’s leading edge and integrated expertise across key areas including corporate structuring, real estate and tax will provide the high-calibre legal support our Board and Management desire to drive our continued growth. We are confident this collaboration will be invaluable as we expand our asset portfolio and navigate the evolving real estate market.”
Adrian Tembel, Chief Executive Partner, added, “We are honoured to be appointed as the legal advisers for the Cohen Group – a distinguished group with a significant presence and history of involvement in South Australia’s property sector. Our team is looking forward to working closely with the Cohen Group Board and Management to deliver strategic legal solutions that support their commercial objectives and continued success.”
The appointment of Thomson Geer also marks a significant step for the Cohen Group in strengthening its corporate governance and operational efficiency. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to excellence and a forward-looking approach to business.