Peter Vogel

Peter Vogel is an accomplished lawyer with a robust focus on litigation, particularly in contract and intellectual property law. With four decades of experience in technological innovation, Peter has made significant contributions, notably developing the world's first commercial sound-sampling synthesiser, the Fairlight CMI, and pioneering the VitalCall personal medical alarm. His extensive legal battle to protect his tech inventions culminated in a landmark High Court of Australia copyright case in 2009, resulting in a significant victory for his company, IceTV. Throughout his career, Peter has represented clients in defamation cases against government entities and handled resident class actions. His career is enriched by his active role as co-owner of Vitalcare Pty Ltd, where he contributes to designing eHealth and wellness products for the aged care and healthcare sectors. Peter's background is a unique blend of legal acumen and technological expertise. As a director of Vogel Ross Pty Ltd, he combines technical skills with commercial insight, bridging the gap between management and technology. His educational journey includes a Diploma in Law from the University of Sydney, aligning with his interests in intellectual property, consumer, and commercial law. Beyond his professional commitments, Peter is dedicated to social justice initiatives, having participated in the Life Education programme, the Franklin River blockade, and leading efforts to ban cigarette advertisements in Australia.