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Hall & Wilcox

Hall & Wilcox

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Adelaide, SA | Canberra, ACT | Brisbane City, QLD | Darwin, NT | Sydney, NSW | Perth, WA | Melbourne, VIC | Newcastle West, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(08) 840..
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About Us

Hall & Wilcox is a prominent Australian law firm dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients both within Australia and internationally. With offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Newcastle, Perth, Canberra, Brisbane, Darwin and Adelaide, the firm is well positioned to support clients across diverse locations and sectors. The firm embraces a Smarter Law approach, which goes beyond traditional legal practice by integrating innovative technology, flexible pricing models and creative resourcing strategies. This approach reflects Hall & Wilcox’s commitment to delivering value and practical solutions that align with clients’ business goals. Clients value the firm’s commercial insight, responsive service and genuine interest in the industries they operate within. Hall & Wilcox’s experienced legal teams serve clients across a broad range of sectors including education and training, energy, government, healthcare, investment funds, retail and consumer goods, social infrastructure, sports and entertainment, technology and the digital economy, transport and trade, as well as venture capital and startups. Their comprehensive service offerings encompass areas such as corporate and commercial law, mergers and acquisitions, dispute resolution, employment and workplace relations, intellectual property, insolvency, tax, superannuation, environment and planning, and more. The firm’s internationally experienced partners and senior lawyers provide clients with targeted expertise to navigate the commercial and legal complexities of operating globally. Through a worldwide network, Hall & Wilcox supports clients’ international opportunities with informed advice and efficient solutions. Hall & Wilcox is guided by core values that emphasise honesty, high quality work, inclusivity, innovation and collaboration. The firm fosters a culture that encourages continuous improvement and challenges the status quo to better serve clients and communities. Recognised consistently for excellence, Hall & Wilcox has achieved numerous accolades including being named Best Australian Law Firm and receiving multiple Lawyer of the Year awards across various practice areas. The firm is highly ranked by leading industry guides such as Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500. Through a combination of strong client relationships, sector knowledge and a forward-thinking approach, Hall & Wilcox is focused on enabling its clients, people and communities to thrive in a dynamic legal and business environment.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Employment Law
Intellectual Property
Litigation & Disputes

Specialisations

Commercial Law

The corporate and commercial team at Hall & Wilcox provides strategic and commercially focused legal advice to support businesses at every stage of their growth. Their expertise spans mergers and acquisitions, commercial contracts, finance and capital raising, corporate governance, and compliance with regulatory obligations such as Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) requirements. This holistic approach ensures clients receive well-rounded guidance tailored to their specific commercial objectives. Serving a diverse range of clients from large multinationals and ASX-listed companies to startups and not-for-profits, the team handles complex transactions, joint ventures, intellectual property matters, privacy, employment law, and tax issues. By working closely with other practice areas within the firm, they deliver comprehensive solutions that address all aspects of corporate and commercial legal needs effectively.

Employment Law

Hall & Wilcox offers extensive expertise in employment and workplace relations law, providing practical and commercially informed advice to employers on managing legal obligations and mitigating risks associated with employee performance, termination, restructures, workplace investigations, industrial relations, and work health and safety compliance. The team is skilled in handling complex employment litigation across various forums, including the Fair Work Commission and courts, while emphasising preventative strategies to build compliant and respectful workplaces that support organisational success. The firm is also recognised for advising on discrimination, sexual harassment, and related workplace conduct, helping employers develop and implement effective policies and training programs that align with current legal standards and promote inclusive, values-based leadership. Their industrial relations experience encompasses enterprise bargaining, dispute resolution, and regulatory representation. Additionally, Hall & Wilcox provides guidance on restraints of trade clauses, and has significant expertise in managing underpayment investigations and compliance, offering comprehensive support through all stages from disclosure to negotiation and remediation.

Our Team

Graydon Dowd

Graydon Dowd

Chief Executive Partner

locationAdelaide, SA

Specialises in

Commercial LawLitigation & Disputes
Tim Ainsworth

Tim Ainsworth

Partner

locationAdelaide, SA

Specialises in

Employment LawPersonal InjuryLitigation & Disputes
Melinda Andrew

Melinda Andrew

Partner

locationAdelaide, SA

Specialises in

Personal InjuryLitigation & DisputesCommercial Law

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Awards

2025
Four Lawyers of the Year, 92 Lawyers recognised, 42 Ones to Watch.
The Best Lawyers in Australia
2025
Best Australian Law Firm (Winner)
Beaton Client Choice Awards 2025

Office Locations

Adelaide, SA

Location100 King William Street, Adelaide, SA
Click to Reveal Phone Number(08) 840..

Canberra, ACT

LocationLevel 4, 33 Ainslie Place, Canberra, ACT
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 620..

Brisbane City, QLD

LocationLevel 18, 240 Queen Street, Brisbane City, QLD
Click to Reveal Phone Number(07) 323..

Darwin, NT

Location26 Harry Chan Avenue, Darwin, NT
Click to Reveal Phone Number(08) 948..

Sydney, NSW

LocationLevel 18, 347 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 826..

Perth, WA

LocationLevel 19, 108 Saint Georges Terrace, Perth, WA
Click to Reveal Phone Number(08) 948..

Melbourne, VIC

Location376-390 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 960..

Newcastle West, NSW

LocationLevel 11, 727 Hunter Street, Newcastle West, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 490..