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As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities.
Your story is yours to define. We’d like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.
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People
Hannah
Alcaro
Senior Associate
t: +61 2 9373 1479+61 2 9373 1479
o: Sydney
Senior Associate
t: +61 2 9373 1479+61 2 9373 1479
o: Sydney


Hannah is a property lawyer specialising in leasing matters, developments, and acquisitions and disposals.
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Stefanie
Andrensek
Senior Associate
t: +61 7 3016 5068+61 7 3016 5068
o: Brisbane
Senior Associate
t: +61 7 3016 5068+61 7 3016 5068
o: Brisbane


Stefanie is a maritime and shipping specialist who advises governments, shipowners, P&I clubs and specialty insurers on transport-related disputes. She has been recognised in the Legal 500 Asia Pacific as a Recommended Lawyer – Shipping.
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Richard
Anicich, AM
Consultant
t: +61 2 4924 7224+61 2 4924 7224
m: +61 404 828 235+61 404 828 235
o: Newcastle
Consultant
t: +61 2 4924 7224+61 2 4924 7224
m: +61 404 828 235+61 404 828 235
o: Newcastle


Richard is a Consultant in the Corporate & Commercial team. He acts for corporate entities, public authorities, insolvency practitioners and other professional firms on the management and resolution of commercial disputes.
Richard was acknowledged as a leading restructuring and insolvency lawyer in the 2017 Legal 500 Asia Pacific directory and recognised in AsiaLaw's 2015 guide. Australasian Lawyer also nominated Richard as a leading lawyer in 2014. On 26 January 2018, Richard was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for "significant services to the community of the Hunter, to business development and medical research, and to the law".
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Mya
Anumarlapudi
Senior Associate
t: +61 2 6263 6360+61 2 6263 6360
o: Canberra
Senior Associate
t: +61 2 6263 6360+61 2 6263 6360
o: Canberra


Having previously worked in Federal Government, Mya is aware of the considerations that need to be taken into account when providing advice. She enjoys receiving out the ordinary queries which challenge her to apply her knowledge to unusual circumstances.
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Rani
Aria Retnam
Partner
t: +61 8 9492 2266+61 8 9492 2266
m: +61 411 559 503+61 411 559 503
o: Perth
Partner
t: +61 8 9492 2266+61 8 9492 2266
m: +61 411 559 503+61 411 559 503
o: Perth


Rani is an experienced insurance lawyer, specialising in workers' compensation, public liability, medical negligence, motor vehicle accident claims and professional indemnity.
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Lauren
Armstrong
Senior Associate
t: +61 2 6263 6316+61 2 6263 6316
o: Canberra
Senior Associate
t: +61 2 6263 6316+61 2 6263 6316
o: Canberra


Lauren is a highly experienced government administrative lawyer with over seven years’ experience in the public sector performing in-house legal roles. Lauren brings valuable insights from working with clients experiencing significant legislative, environmental and operational changes.
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Matthew
Armstrong
Senior Associate
t: +61 7 3001 9256+61 7 3001 9256
o: Brisbane
Senior Associate
t: +61 7 3001 9256+61 7 3001 9256
o: Brisbane


Matthew is a property lawyer who specialises in property development as well as acquisitions and disposals. He has a keen interest and passion for the broader property industry and market, which allows him to provide his clients' with quality legal and commercial advice.
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Alice
Bain
Special Counsel
t: +61 8 8415 9872+61 8 8415 9872
m: +61 408 295 085+61 408 295 085
o: Adelaide
Special Counsel
t: +61 8 8415 9872+61 8 8415 9872
m: +61 408 295 085+61 408 295 085
o: Adelaide


Alice specialises in providing commercial services to Government clients, including legal and probity advice on contracting and procurement. She also advises on administrative law issues, including access to information, judicial and merits review and statutory interpretation.
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Stephanie
Barclay
Senior Associate
t: +61 2 9373 3530+61 2 9373 3530
o: Sydney
Senior Associate
t: +61 2 9373 3530+61 2 9373 3530
o: Sydney


Stephanie is an experienced litigator who spends most of her time defending professional indemnity claims in the NSW Supreme Court and Court of Appeal. Stephanie's greatest legal achievement was a trip to the High Court for a hearing before the full bench. She also has experience in financial lines, D&O matters, class actions and other commercial matters.
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Laura
Beattie
Special Counsel
t: +61 2 9373 3590+61 2 9373 3590
o: Sydney
Special Counsel
t: +61 2 9373 3590+61 2 9373 3590
o: Sydney


Laura joined Sparke Helmore in May 2014 in our Sydney office and has been a workers’ compensation practitioner for more than 25 years. She has specialised in providing legal services to self and specialised insurers for the last nine years and has extensive knowledge and experience of the industry specific legislation and jurisdiction.
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Mark
Beech
Senior Associate
t: +61 3 9291 2351+61 3 9291 2351
m: +61 402 904 786+61 402 904 786
o: Melbourne
Senior Associate
t: +61 3 9291 2351+61 3 9291 2351
m: +61 402 904 786+61 402 904 786
o: Melbourne


Mark works on litigious and regulatory matters in a range of jurisdictions across insurance, construction, coverage disputes health, allied health, other professionals and liability matters. Mark approaches each claim on its own terms and seeks the most efficient resolution. Where appropriate he uses his background in economics and statistics to provide added value for his clients.
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Ian
Bennett
Partner
t: +61 2 9373 1445+61 2 9373 1445
m: +61 404 106 612+61 404 106 612
o: Perth
Partner
t: +61 2 9373 1445+61 2 9373 1445
m: +61 404 106 612+61 404 106 612
o: Perth


Ian is an experienced workplace lawyer specialising in employee relations, work health and safety (WHS) and coronial inquests. He provides practical and pragmatic advice to help employers effectively manage complex legal issues arising in the workplace.
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Sharon
Bennett
Chief Operating Officer
t: +61 2 9260 2550+61 2 9260 2550
m: +61 408 539 626+61 408 539 626
o: Sydney
Chief Operating Officer
t: +61 2 9260 2550+61 2 9260 2550
m: +61 408 539 626+61 408 539 626
o: Sydney


Sharon has more than 20 years’ experience in human resources and operations, primarily in professional services environments across Australia, Asia-Pacific and globally. Sharon’s experience includes all facets of HR, focusing on strategic and tactical solutions to address people and business needs.
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Anella
Bortone
Partner
t: +61 2 9260 2549+61 2 9260 2549
m: +61 409 160 181+61 409 160 181
o: Sydney
Partner
t: +61 2 9260 2549+61 2 9260 2549
m: +61 409 160 181+61 409 160 181
o: Sydney


Anella advises clients on Commonwealth statutory classes of insurance claims. The clients that she works with are covered under various Commonwealth schemes.
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Chanel
Bou-Francis
Senior Associate
t: +61 2 9260 2758+61 2 9260 2758
o: Sydney
Senior Associate
t: +61 2 9260 2758+61 2 9260 2758
o: Sydney


Chanel is an experienced litigator in our Commercial Insurance team with a diverse portfolio of insurance related liability disputes and experience across a range of areas of law. Communication and collaboration is the key to Chanel's success in delivering superior service and outcomes for her clients. Chanel is often praised for going above and beyond in her handling of matters, and her professionalism, efficiency and teamwork.
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Andrea
Boyd-Boland
Consultant
t: +61 2 9373 1495+61 2 9373 1495
m: +61 404 009 900+61 404 009 900
o: Sydney
Consultant
t: +61 2 9373 1495+61 2 9373 1495
m: +61 404 009 900+61 404 009 900
o: Sydney


Andrea predominantly advises on CTP and liability, and has conducted many major claims in these areas. She has extensive experience as a litigator, regularly appearing in the District and Supreme Courts and Tribunals. She also advises on alternative dispute resolution strategies designed to promote a fair resolution of matters at an early stage.
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Robyn
Brewster
Partner
t: +61 2 9373 3546+61 2 9373 3546
m: +61 404 828 274+61 404 828 274
o: Sydney
Partner
t: +61 2 9373 3546+61 2 9373 3546
m: +61 404 828 274+61 404 828 274
o: Sydney


Robyn advises self-insured corporations on complex employee health issues arising from their workplace. She has defended claims involving former employees, contractors and employee's family members, and she regularly appears in tribunals.
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Alinta
Briggs
Senior Associate
t: +61 2 9373 3589+61 2 9373 3589
o: Sydney
Senior Associate
t: +61 2 9373 3589+61 2 9373 3589
o: Sydney


Alinta primarily focuses on property development projects and property finance transactions. She is known for her commercial acumen as well as being able to close deals quickly and within budget. She is an efficient negotiator with a pleasant demeanour, well-liked by clients and fellow professionals who find her easy to deal with.
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