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Gary Goldman

Lawyer
Brisbane,QLD

Summary

Senior legal professional with demonstrated ability to navigate complex legal frameworks and deliver impactful results. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments. Expertise in corporate law, contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, and risk management. Reliable, strategic thinker with strong communication and analytical skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Legal Counsel

UnitingCare Queensland
12.2022 - 10.2024

I was engaged to advise on a project to consolidate the operations of UnitingCare Queensland (Queensland's largest provider of not-for profit health, aged care retirement and disability services) into a single legal structure appropriate for the business operation. I provided

  • Developed the new legal structure and the legal methodology for project delivery;
  • Co-ordained internal and external due diligence;
  • Developed and supervised document review and assessment process;
  • Provided strategic legal advice on compliance and regulatory matters;
  • Led negotiations and drafting of complex agreements, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and minimizing potential legal exposure;
  • Collaborated with specialist internal teams on project delivery;
  • Provided advice and direction to the UnitingCare Queensland board;
  • Engaged and managed external legal and tax counsel .

Senior Legal Consultant

MinterEllison
01.2022 - 10.2023

I advised clients on ongoing legal matters related to Mergers & Acquisitions transactions and Joint Ventures negotiations.

  • Drafted legal documents including contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding.
  • Providing expert legal advice and guidance.
  • Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.

Partner

MinterEllison
07.1997 - 12.2021

I was a Corporate and M&A partner at MinterEllison for almost 25 years in areas including business structuring and establishment, mergers & acquisition, due diligence, commercial contracting, governance and compliance and general corporate advisory.


Key clients included thl Limited, ALS Limited, Aveo Group, Ingenia Communities Group; RetireAustralia; Vita Group Limited; Infrastructure Capital Group; GWA Group Limited, Risen Energy and Hyne Timber








Education

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Laws -

University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
04.2001 -

Timeline

Senior Legal Counsel

UnitingCare Queensland
12.2022 - 10.2024

Senior Legal Consultant

MinterEllison
01.2022 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Queensland
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Laws -

University of Queensland
04.2001 -

Partner

MinterEllison
07.1997 - 12.2021
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