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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

 
 
 

Michael Vieyra LLB BA

Associate

I am a litigation and commercial lawyer with more than 18 years of experience. My practice focuses on complex commercial disputes, regulatory enforcement, and general commercial advisory across Australian jurisdictions.

I represent national and international commercial entities, SMEs, and individuals. I have acted in matters involving breaches of directors’ duties, professional negligence, statutory non-compliance, product liability, and class actions. My experience includes proceedings in the Federal and Supreme Courts, as well as alternative dispute resolution processes.

Dual-qualified in Australia and South Africa, I previously worked at prominent firms in South Africa where I advised clients on enforcement and compliance, commercial (white-collar) crime, social media, and construction law disputes. I was involved in several reported decisions in the High Court of South Africa.

I also advise on cross-border and jurisdictional disputes, trust and tax-related litigation, and regulatory matters in the transport, digital media, and healthcare sectors. My experience includes working with high-profile individuals and organisations on sensitive regulatory and reputational issues..

My education includes:

  • Equity and Trusts and Real Property, University of New England, 2019

  • Constitutional Law, University of Southern Queensland, 2020

  • LL.B, University of Cape Town, 2001

  • BA, University of Cape Town, 1998

    Memberships

    • Law Institute of Victoria

    • Law Society of South Africa