Adam combines legal expertise with a deep understanding of governance and risk management, providing practical solutions across competition and consumer law, franchising, intellectual property and regulatory compliance matters.
Biography
Adam has held senior leadership roles in the private sector and a financial services regulatory policy position with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission. He acts for national franchisors, ASX-listed corporations, manufacturers, distributors and technology businesses.
His work often involves negotiating with regulators, managing statutory interpretation issues, and guiding clients through operational compliance challenges. His expertise extends into complex regulatory matters in energy, intellectual property protection and enforcement, technology contracting and regulation, and sporting regulation.
Clients value his ability to simplify complex regulatory environments and present actionable solutions tailored to commercial realities.
Adam's experience
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Collins Booksellers
Advised the national franchisor in respect of its franchising operations. -
Thankyou
Advised the FMCG social enterprise in respect of its commercial, regulatory and intellectual property affairs. -
Viva Leisure
Advised on the acquisition of the Plus Fitness franchise chain, including consolidation and expansion of operations. -
Confidential client
Acted in Federal Court proceedings against the Minister for Defence, producing withdrawal of a prohibition notice issued under the Weapons of Mass Destruction (Prevention of Proliferation Act 1995). -
Confidential client
Advised the subject of an ACCC investigation, resisting allegations of misuse of market power under the 'effects test'. -
POLi Payments
Advised the payment services business in its establishment and operations, including securing key financial services regulatory relief.
Awards, recognition and rankings
- Best Lawyers in Australia 2022 – Recognised for Intellectual Property Law and Corporate Law
- WTR1000 2021 – Recognised for Trade Mark Prosecution and Strategy (Eminent Practitioner)