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Hope & Co is a boutique law firm specialising in corporate advisory and dispute resolution.  We pride ourselves in being able to offer quality and commercially sound advice to clients of all sizes, ranging from individuals to ASX listed businesses.

At Hope & Co, we know that one size does not fit all, and we are committed to ensuring our clients receive the very best professional, expert and tailored advice, but with the genuine value for money and personalised service that only a specialised law firm can provide.  As an alternative to large national and international firms, we are able offer a more personal and focused service for each of our client’s circumstances.

 
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David Hope LLM BCom

Managing Director

I am a litigation and commercial lawyer with more than 20 years of experience.  My practice is focused on complex commercial and contractual disputes in various Australian jurisdictions as well as providing my clients with general commercial and business advice.

I have wide-ranging experience across many industries, including real estate, energy & resources (including renewable energy), manufacturing and construction, finance and IT.  My experience has been built on being fortunate enough to act long-term for many clients, including a number of national and multi-national businesses.

My education includes:

  • LL.M., University of Melbourne, 2002

  • LL.B., University of Melbourne, 1996, (Honours)

  • B.Com, University of Melbourne, 1996

Recognised in the peer-reviewed publication The Best Lawyers in Australia for both Commercial Law and Litigation for several years, including the current edition.

 
 
 

Jonathon Lean LLM BSci

Special Counsel

I am a solution driven lawyer with a reputation for generating positive outcomes for my clients.  My practice is focused on complex commercial and regulatory disputes, as well as providing my clients with sound commercial and business advice.

I have wide-ranging experience, predominantly in litigation on behalf of clients, in many jurisdictions & industries including: contactor services (telecommunications), mining (resources), agriculture, dangerous goods (logistics, storage, & waste), manufacturing, automotive, and not for profits (healthcare & community services).

I have acted for and advised many clients in a variety of areas, including:

  • professional negligence (insurance);

  • regulatory compliance & disputes (EPA, VWA, State Government);

  • insolvency (disclaimer, unfair preferences);

  • commercial and contractual disputes;

  •  administrative law (judicial review & appeals);

  • alternative dispute resolution; and

  • property disputes.

My education includes:

  • LL.M., Monash University, 2019

  • LL.B., Monash University, 2013

  • B.Sc, Monash University, 2013
     

 
 
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Genevieve Lakey JD BA

Senior Associate

I practice in privacy, IP, general commercial, employment and litigation. I have advised and acted for clients in a broad range of commercial matters including:

Privacy
Identifying privacy obligations of a business, conducting privacy audits of current business practices and documents, drafting privacy policies, underlying procedures and training, and drafting suggested clauses to incorporate into agreements with third parties and employment contracts;

 IP rights and protections
Assessing the IP the company has and whether it is appropriately protected (trade mark registration, licencing and enforcement of IP rights); 

Employment
Drafting employment agreements, policies and procedures, confidentiality agreements and assisting in legal matters relating to cessation of employment (including deeds of release, non-disclosure agreements) and disputes in the Fair Work Commission and the Federal Circuit Court;

Contracts
Shareholder agreements, supply agreements, terms and conditions of sale and requirements of standard form contracts for both consumers and small businesses, licencing agreements and the sale or purchase of a business;

I have a particular interest in the digital and privacy issues that come hand in hand with an online presence and take up of new technology.

Memberships

  • IAPP (International Association of Privacy Professionals)

  • AISA (Australian Information Security Association)

My education includes:

  • J.D., University of Melbourne, 2014

  • B.A., University of Melbourne 2011

 
 
 

Priya Badh BA JD

Lawyer

I am a lawyer working across both the litigation and commercial areas. I assist clients with a range of disputes and transactions, taking a practical and solutions-focused approach to achieve effective outcomes.

Prior to joining Hope & Co, I gained valuable experience in property law, which I am using in the property-related aspects of the litigation and commercial matters I am working on. I am excited to expand my legal knowledge, expertise and drive to further areas of law.

My education includes:

  • BA, Simon Fraser University, 2019

  • JD, University of Melbourne, 2023

    Memberships

    • Law Institute of Victoria