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Meet Our Lawyers

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Peter Vogel
Contract & IP Law Specialist

University of Sydney DipLaw

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Peter focuses on litigation. He fought 10 years in Court fighting for his own tech inventions and 40 years' experience in tech ventures generating groundbreaking inventions.

 

He litigated his own  case in Australian copyright law cumulating in High Court of Australia in 2009 -his company IceTV finally won. 

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Peter has run defamation case against government, resident class actions,

Outside of legal practice, Peter is co-owner of Vitalcare Pty Ltd. 

Peter has been active in social justice  partaking in "Life Education", Franklin River blockade, and was instrumental in the campaign for banning cigarette advertisement in Australia.

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Lewis Marks
Corporate & Business Law Specialist
 
State University of New York JD
Georgetown University BSc

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Lewis, a registered New York lawyer, has lived and worked in Asia for 37 years. He lived in Beijing and Mongolia for most of the last 17 years. Lewis is proficient in Chinese, Japanese, Mongolian, and German. He advises and partakes in mining development and resource / high-tech investments in and out of Australia.

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Lewis has served as a member of the board of directors of the LIM Japan Fund since 2002 and has been a managing member at MIC Global Partners LLC. He now serves as a director of Tsast Impex LLC. 

 

Lewis was with Marc Rich & Co and Glencore from 1980 to 2001. He ran Glencore's operations in China and was previously a director of CBH Resources Limited - an ASX-listed mining company.

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Dr Merrilyn Mansfield
Credit & Debt Specialist
LPAB DipLaw, Macquarie University BA (Hon),
USYD PhD

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Merrilyn has 20  years' experience using credit reporting laws and privacy laws to remove incorrect default, judgment, enquiry, and repayment history listings off credit reports.

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Merrilyn founded Princeville Credit Advocates and Solve My Debt Now - providing a holistic alternative to going bankrupt or entering a Part 9 Debt Agreement.

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Merrilyn has successfully removed over 8,000 negative listings from credit files, and has performed over 5,000 debt negotiations (inc. part and full waivers).

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Merrilyn now coordinates our litigation against credit agencies and finance companies. 

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Francis Chi-Wah Lau
Migration Law Specialist 
University of London LLB

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Francis has been admitted as a solicitor since 2010. He has carried matters focusing on Family Law, Transactions, Finance.

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Francis is now a Registered Migration Agent (MARN 1069556) and a Justice of Peace of NSW.

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Francis is a qualified accountant.

 

Cherie Lau is Francis’ wife and is a registered conveyancer.

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Francis has been involved in church ministries since 1996.

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Gordon Elliot
Litigation Specialist
Serious Crime & Commercial 

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Gordon has 40 year’s experience in the legal system.

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He was previously an Associate Professor and head of a Graduate Department at Charles Sturt University, in Sydney NSW.

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He was Federal Agent for approx 20 years in the Australian Federal Police involved in serious and organised crime investigations.

 

He was the key security expert at the Sydney Olympics & the Beijing Olympic Committee.

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Ernest Ma

Medical Law Specialist
Macquarie University LLB
University of Bristol LLM Med Law

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Ernest is a registered pharmacist and our to-go lawyer for legal disputes related to big  pharmaceutical and medical negligience.

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He has a Bachelor of Pharmacy (USyd), a Postgraduate Diploma in Food and Drug Analysis (UNSW), and a Practice Certificate in Medicine Use Review at Masters Level (UGreenwich & UKent).

He was a key government Pharmacist in UK for number of years.

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Outside of work, Ernest is a Chinese martial arts master

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Michelle Rice
Legal Medicine Specialist
 
Western Sydney University LLB (Hons) GDipLaw (Health)
University of Sydney GradDipClinDent (Oral Implants)
University of Dublin (TCD) BDentSc, BA
College of Law Sydney GDLP

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Michelle is a dual-qualified lawyer, a dental surgeon, and a registered Expert Witness.

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She has been involved in a range of medico-legal matters including  medical negligence, misdiagnosis, and professional misconduct matters. 

 

Her roles are Independent Medical Examiner (IME), SIRA Authorised Health Practitioner, Permanent Impairment Assessor for Comcare, Certified Practitioner AMA4.

 

She is a Fellow of the Australasian College of Legal Medicine (ACLM).

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Justin Cross
Litigation Specialist

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Justin is an experienced litigator operating from Dubbo and Western Sydney areas.

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His expertise ranges from Criminal Law, Commercial Law, Employment Law, Wills and estate.

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He is also an insurance consultant and is highly experienced in claims and assessment processes. Justin skills are in negotiation, trial preparations and research.

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Aman Grewal
Medical Negligence and Personal Injury litigator
Charles Darwin LLB LL.M, “S Georgijevsky Medical Institute MBBS, Crimea, Ukraine
 

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Aman is a multilingual clinician turned solicitor with clinical & management experience from the public as well as the private sector in Australia & overseas.

 

From India, Aman studied medicine in Ukraine, worked as a medical practitioner in India, served in the Royal Australian Air Force Reserves, aged care sector and in ambulance clinical/managerial areas (NSW).

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Aman has worked as a plaintiff and defendant solicitor, primarily in the personal injury compensation area. Aman focuses on medical negligence claims litigation field.  

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Andrew Ferrari
Family Law Specialist 
 

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Andrew is a dedicated family lawyer known for his strategic approach and steady guidance through complex and emotionally charged matters. .

 

 Andrew’s practice is defined by a commitment to practical, outcome‑focused solutions. He works closely with clients to understand their goals, identify the most effective pathway forward, and deliver results that align with their long‑term interests.

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Sri Thukral
Wills & Estates, Conveyancing
Commercial Matters

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Sri is a solicitor with experience across estate planning, succession law, employment law, mediation, contracts, and property matters, including both commercial and residential conveyancing.

 

She takes a practical and client-focused approach to legal work, with a strong emphasis on clear communication, strategic advice, and achieving efficient outcomes.

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Ernest Ma

Medical Law Specialist
Macquarie University LLB
University of Bristol LLM Med Law

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Ernest is a registered pharmacist and our to-go lawyer for legal disputes related to big  pharmaceutical and medical negligience.

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He has a Bachelor of Pharmacy (USyd), a Postgraduate Diploma in Food and Drug Analysis (UNSW), and a Practice Certificate in Medicine Use Review at Masters Level (UGreenwich & UKent).

He was a key government Pharmacist in UK for number of years.

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Outside of work, Ernest is a Chinese martial arts master

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Tony Lim
Contract & Corporate Law Specialist
Australian National University LLM
University of Southern Queensland MBA
University of Wolverhampton LLB

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Tony is an experienced contract specialist based in Singapore. He is experienced in corporate compliance matters and has previously led key functional area of procurement and contract activities for MOH Holdings Pte Ltd (Singapore) in construction/development, IT, and finance.

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Prior to that, Tony was extensively involved in construction and engineering work in a broad spectrum of private and public sector clients operating in the construction and engineering industries including legal and regulatory policies and functions relating to the construction industry.

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Arty Kim
Family Law Specialist


University of New England LLB
College of Law GDLP

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Arty is a dedicated family lawyer and an accredited mediator based in Sydney, with a strong focus on helping individuals and families navigate separation, parenting, and property matters with clarity and compassion.

 

Arty is particularly committed to negotiated outcomes and mediation-focused solutions, supporting clients through some of life’s most challenging transitions with care and professionalism.

 

Prior to his legal profession, Arty used to work in IT departments of Citibank, UBS and other global tech companies, such as Samsung and Apple.

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Kristin Galea

Family Law Specialist


 

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Kristin is an experienced family and criminal lawyer who has represented clients in complex matters before the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, as well as the local courts.

 

She is committed to helping clients achieve practical, lasting outcomes through thoughtful negotiation, effective dispute resolution, and, where necessary, strong legal advocacy.

 

Kristin understands that the best result is often one that enables all parties to move forward with certainty and dignity.

 

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