Profile

Paul was admitted to practise as a barrister and solicitor in New Zealand in 1995. He has practised law in both Australia and New Zealand and has worked in large national law firms and as a legal counsel for listed companies. He has also worked as a law lecturer, lecturing in corporate and finance law, intellectual property law, trusts, wills and estates law.

Paul adopts a commercial solution orientated approach in his dealings with clients. Paul focuses on his clients' commercial objectives to deliver legal advice in a pragmatic, cost effective and timely manner. He has a particular expertise and significant experience in information technology and intellectual property and holds a Master of Commercial Laws in these areas. He enjoys assisting business to implement strategies to capture and harvest their intellectual property. Paul also has experience and expertise in planning and environmental law and infrastructure agreements.

Paul and his family have been attracted to the Sunshine Coast through its climate and lifestyle opportunities.

Examples of Experience

• Has acted in transactions totalling an amount of $50m for hospitality businesses. Lead lawyer for all aspects of the transactions, including due diligence.
• Manages a commercial leasing portfolio for one property development client which includes over 150 leases.
• Acts for a subsidiary of one of Australia’s largest television broadcasters in relation to its commercial leases and site licences.