HopgoodGanim Lawyers

HopgoodGanim Lawyers is a leading Australian independent legal and advisory firm founded in 1974, operating nationally and internationally with a focus on Asia from offices in Brisbane and Perth. With nearly 50 years of experience, the firm has grown from a local practice into a full-service law firm known for delivering exceptional outcomes across five key client sectors: Energy, Renewables and Mining; Government; Private Clients; Real Estate and Development; and Technology and Digital Economy.

Core Services

HopgoodGanim provides highly specialized legal services across multiple practice areas including Corporate and Commercial, Disputes, Insurance, Intellectual Property, Technology and Cyber Security, Resources and Energy, Projects, Property and Planning, Workplace and Employment, and Family and Estates. The firm houses a leading team of private client lawyers who support family offices, family-owned businesses, and high-profile individuals in the management of their private legal affairs.

Blockchain and Digital Assets Expertise

As one of the first Australian law firms to advise in digital assets, HopgoodGanim is leading the way in blockchain and digital assets technology law. The firm provides trusted advice to a wide range of organizations, from emerging start-ups to regulatory agencies and NASDAQ top-10 entities. Their specialized corporate and technology lawyers advise on blockchain and cryptocurrency projects, including initial setup, smart contract auditing, tax structuring, mergers and acquisitions, and investor agreements. The firm is deeply embedded within the blockchain and digital assets community, with lawyers regularly presenting at Digital Economy Council of Australia and Blockchain APAC conferences, and providing critical guidance to regulators such as ASIC.

Why Choose HopgoodGanim

The firm's commitment to exceptional client service has been recognized through multiple industry awards, including being voted Australia's Best Value Professional Services Firm by Business Review Weekly in 2005. HopgoodGanim takes an all-in approach to solving problems, designing solutions, and challenging the status quo, with lawyers recognized by legal publications as leaders in their fields. The firm's recent move to 360 Queen Street in Brisbane reflects their commitment to the future of work with open, collaborative, purpose-built workspaces that support both their people and clients.