James Hatzopoulos

James Hatzopoulos, Partner at HFK Lawyers, leads our corporate, commercial law, and property practice areas.

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A renowned expert in commercial deals, James specializes in high-stakes transactions across childcare, fuel, retail, real estate, and development sectors throughout all Australian Jurisdictions. His client portfolio includes some of Australia's wealthiest individuals and families, as well as prominent private companies and national brands.

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James is a trusted advisor in his clients' commercial ventures, playing a pivotal role in their financial growth and market dominance. His expertise in real estate is particularly noteworthy, having transacted some of the largest and most high-profile properties in the country.

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With a deep understanding of retailing, wholesaling, property, oil and resources, finance, and hospitality, James is committed to delivering exceptional results that drive his clients’ success.

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Experience

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• All areas of Property Law including residential, retail, commercial, industrial and development
• Specialty areas of Childcare, Fuel / Oil and Resources related transactions, including involvement in development considerations at local and state government levels, leasing and acquiring/selling assets in these specialty areas.
• Specialty in Franchising and Fuel Re-Selling transactions, acting for both Franchisors and Franchisees in respect to obligations under the Franchising Code and the Olicode
• Commercial, Retail, and Industrial Leasing including involvement in resolving complex legal disputes associated with leasing transactions
• A variety of Business Law transactions and Corporate Governance
• Wills and Estates
• Succession and Estate planning

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Admissions & Memberships

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• Supreme Court of New South Wales
• High Court of Australia
• Law Society of New South Wales

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