Hunt & Hunt Lawyers

Last week, our 2024 summer clerks Daniel Genis, Grace Foo, and Daniel Vithoulkas started in the Melbourne office. Over the next four weeks, they'll dive into the exciting world of law, gaining hands-on experience and learning what life as a lawyer is all about. Of course, no clerkship would be complete without the obligatory photo 📸. We promise, it's a rite of passage! Thank you for bringing such lovely energy to the office! #clerkship #law

Iconic statues such as the FIFA World Cup Trophy, Oscars Statuette, Grammy Award and Claret Jug are safeguarded by a combination of legal protections. In this article written by Tyrone Walker, we will tackle legal protections to ensure the integrity of the statues and prevent unauthorised use or reproduction.   Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gFbq4wkW

Our Co-Managing Partner, Hasti Kalarostaghi, was recently nominated for Partner of the Year for the Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards 2024. Whilst Hasti didn’t receive the award, it was an honour to be recognised among such distinguished peers. Her dedication and leadership have not gone unnoticed, and her nomination serves as a testament to her hard work and commitment to excellence.

The Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand (IPONZ) recently handed down a notable decision regarding a trade mark dispute in the beauty industry.   Written by Tyrone Walker, this article highlights the high evidentiary standard required to oppose trade mark registrations in New Zealand and provides a valuable precedent for companies seeking to protect their brand in international markets.   Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gwwn6vWZ

Hunt & Hunt NSW   We are seeking an experienced and motivated Lawyer to join our thriving Property team. This role provides a unique opportunity to work closely with a highly experienced partner, contributing to high-profile projects and transactions. You will gain hands-on experience and mentorship to support your career development and position yourself for future progression. If you are passionate about property law and looking to advance your career, we would love to hear from you.   Click on the link below for full details. https://lnkd.in/gKW2dSHh #Hiring #WeAreHiring #Lawyer #JoinUs

We are #hiring! Know anyone who might be interested? An opportunity to progress your career. #hunthunt #lawyer #hiring #property

Happy Diwali! May the festival of lights bring joy, peace and prosperity to your homes (and workplaces!).

Hunt & Hunt is delighted to announce the appointment of Shelley Nave as the new head of our Banking & Finance Team. Shelley brings over twenty years of experience and a wealth of expertise in banking and financial services, as well as regulatory compliance. Her pragmatic and insightful legal advice has earned her recognition and respect in the industry. Shelley joins Hunt & Hunt after an extended period as in-house counsel at several banks, including NAB, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, and Beyond Bank Australia, as well as a fintech start-up. She also spent six years at the Financial Ombudsman Service (now AFCA). Tony Raunic, Managing Principal at Hunt & Hunt, commented on Shelley’s appointment: “We are thrilled to have Shelley join our team. Like Hunt & Hunt, our financial institution clients constantly focus on enhancing customer experience. We believe Shelley's learnings from years at AFCA and a variety of banks will provide new insight to our clients in this process. Shelley’s client-centric approach and collaborative nature also align perfectly with our firm’s values. We are confident that she will lead our Banking & Finance Team to new heights.” Shelley Nave expressed her enthusiasm for her new role: “I am excited to join Hunt & Hunt and lead the Banking & Finance Team. The firm’s commitment to excellence and client service very much aligns with my own professional values. I look forward to working with my new colleagues and contributing to the continued success of the firm.” Hunt & Hunt is proud to have a diverse leadership team, with 42% of our principals being female. Shelley’s appointment further strengthens our commitment to diversity and inclusion within the firm.

Hunt & Hunt was proud to sponsor Monash Law School's inaugural Victorian Law Firm Moot Competition. The moot this year centred around migration law and featured 14 teams vying for the honours, with the winning team of Sophie Smith, Gabriella Lennon defeating Jessica Guan in the final last Monday. The judges for the grand final were Hunt & Hunt's Chong Quaik (Accredited Specialist in Immigration), Reynah Tang AM 邓 敏 海 who is a Senior Member of the Victoria Civil and Administrative Tribunal and Frank O'Loughlin KC who is a former Deputy President of The Administrative Appeals Tribunal. Thanks to all the judges throughout the Moot, including Nicholas D'Arcy, Jeremy Brown, William Liu, Chris Kounelis, Pimal Senanayaka, Naufal Hanipa, Joel Law, Mridul Garg, Alec Miguel, Chadwick Wong, Antony Berger, Luke Mackay, Chong Tsang, David Kim and Sashi Maharaj KC. Well done to William Lye OAM KC for organising the Moot. Tony Raunic | Taylor MacDonald

On Monday, our Melbourne office hosted a 🎀Pink Ribbon Breakfast🎀. We are proud to share that we raised $1,600 for a very worthy cause. Cait Bowman delivered a passionate speech in tribute to her mother, who sadly passed away. She urged everyone to get a mammogram, sharing a simple yet powerful message: take care of yourself, prioritise your health, early detection saves lives. #Pinkribbonbreakfast #BreastCancer