Philip has over 30 years’ of experience in corporate and commercial law and specialises in intellectual property and technology.

After commencing a career in corporate/commercial law with Queensland’s leading law firm, Philip undertook an LLM at the University of London specializing in Intellectual Property Technology and Competition Law. On returning to Australia in 1993 he became in-house counsel for IBM. During the emergence of the internet in the early-mid 1990s-2000’s Philip developed some of the first online transactional models used by Australian business. Philip established the first Australian information technology law practice in one of Australia’s top national law firms as well as practicing in intellectual property and related commercial work. He continues to represent clients in a range of industries and has recently completed studies in the valuation of intangible property in the US.

Outside his legal career Philip enjoys surfing, sailing, running; ancient and modern history, travel and property restoration.

Education and Qualifications

University of Queensland, Bachelor of Law, 1984
University of London, Master of Law (Intellectual Property/Competition Law), 1993
Admitted as Solicitor 1985 (Qld), 1994 (NSW), 1999 (Federal & High Courts)
Bar Practice Certificate 1987 (Qld)
Admitted as Notary Public 1999 (NSW)

Services

Philip is experienced in all types of intellectual property matters, ecommerce, mergers and acquisitions, company restructuring and business operational agreements. He is also experienced in litigation and dispute resolution. Philip’s work includes IP licensing and distribution arrangements, internet payment systems, M&A, capital raising and corporate and IP advisory and the management and valuation of intangible assets.

Industries

Pharmaceutical, Bio-Tech and Health, Information Technology, Financial, Manufacturing, Media, Telecommunications, Insolvency, FMCG, White Collar Crime, Capital Raising and ASX Listing.