Giuseppe is an intellectual property and entertainment lawyer admitted to practice law in Australia and New Zealand. Known for his outstanding track record of success in negotiation, litigation, extracting clients from disputes on favourable terms and protecting their intellectual property rights in contested matters. Strategic, decisive and timely advice and advocacy are the hallmarks of his approach.

Giuseppe is also a leading entertainment lawyer, having acted for a number of notable national and international artists and worked alongside producers on a number of film projects in Australia and overseas. His down-to-earth and fun-loving nature, coupled with his experience in the industry allows Giuseppe to build rapport with his clients while identifying and implementing creative legal solutions to the problems they face. He is a lawyer that leading local talent and entertainment companies turn to for intelligent and strategic representation and advice to navigate their most complex issues. Recently, Giuseppe was an Executive Producer for the Feature Film Godless: The Eastfield Exorcism, The Aegean, & Pixinguinha, An Affectionate Man.

Robert Propsting was admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland in 1998 and the High Court of Australia in 2005. While Robert has over 15 years’ practical experience as both a plaintiff and defendant Personal Injury Lawyer, he now practices exclusively as a plaintiff Personal Injury Lawyer.

Having also been a Judge’s Associate to the Honourable Justice H.G. Fryberg of the Supreme Court of Queensland and a former Barrister of the Supreme Court of Queensland, Robert also provides significant litigation and practical courtroom experience to add to his 22 years as a Legal Practitioner.

Chris Toogood was admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland and the High Court of Australia in 1972. Chris has practised as a Legal Practitioner since his admission and, since 1974, mostly as a principal.

Chris has extensive local and overseas experience and now practises primarily in the areas of Migration, Litigation, Wills and Estates, Commercial Conveyancing, Leases and Commercial Structures (Companies and Trusts).

Kyle is an experienced lawyer with experience handling complex litigation and insolvency disputes. He has held senior roles with a number of boutique law firm’s in Brisbane as well as assisted in establishing the Queensland Insolvency arm for one of Australia’s largest law firms.

Named as a finalist in the Lawyers Weekly top 30 under 30 Lawyers for Insolvency in 2020 for his commitment to assist small businesses experiencing financial hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic. Kyle has time and time again proven to be the ‘go-to-guy’ for anyone looking to build a successful business, resolve complex disputes or to help navigate the prospect of bankruptcy or corporate liquidation.

Michael Barber is a multi-disciplinary technology, commercial and corporate lawyer, with qualifications across IT, law, science, accounting, business and corporate governance. In addition to being admitted as an Australian Lawyer, he is a Risk and Governance Professional and a Chartered Secretary. Prior to law he spent around a decade working as an IT consultant taking up roles as a developer, business analyst and project manager. Michael takes a practical and commercial approach to delivering legal services to clients operating in the broad range of industries he has worked across throughout both his legal and consulting careers.

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Jayden successfully graduated from Bond University in October 2023, having earned a dual degree in Law and Business with a major in Marketing. Anticipating formal admission to the legal profession in April 2024, he has experience working in Criminal and Family Law, and a keen interest in Entertainment Law.

Dedicated to providing Ancora clients with optimal legal services, Jayden distinguishes himself as a proficient communicator and considerate professional. His comprehensive understanding of complex legal issues underscores his dedication to providing nuanced solutions tailored to the unique needs of our clients. Jayden's impressive academic background, combined with his practical experience and commitment to client-centred solutions, positions him as a valuable addition to Ancora, reinforcing the firm's reputation for excellence in legal services.

Sophia is a dedicated law student and valued member of our team at Ancora. Currently pursuing her LLB at QUT, Sophia brings a strong academic background and a passion for the legal profession. With a keen interest in commercial law, Sophia has been actively involved in conducting legal research, drafting memoranda, and providing valuable insights to our attorneys.

She possesses excellent analytical skills, a meticulous attention to detail, and a strong work ethic, which contribute to the high-quality work she consistently delivers. Sophia has demonstrated a deep understanding of legal principles and is adept at applying them to real-world scenarios. Sophia’s dedication to providing exceptional support and finding practical solutions makes her an invaluable asset to our firm.

After a distinguished career as a highly competent nurse, Denise retired. Since the establishment of Chris Toogood Legal in 2017, she has diligently provided secretarial support, maintaining client records adeptly managing client records and meticulously organising practice-related information with precision.