Best Hooper Lawyers is pleased to announce the promotions of these outstanding professionals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and expertise to their practice, our firm and the development industry generally. These individuals have, throughout their careers, displayed their commitment to excellence and these promotions further strengthen our firm’s leadership team and reputation as Victoria’s leading development firm. Please join us in congratulating:
Edward Mahony Appointed Partner
We are pleased to announce the promotion of Edward Mahony to Partner at Best Hooper.
Since joining the firm, Edward has played a key role in the success of our Planning team, consistently delivering exceptional outcomes for clients across both metropolitan and regional Victoria. He brings deep expertise in planning law, and strategic engagement with government and industry stakeholders
Edward has built a strong regional practice, with longstanding relationships across Geelong, Ballarat, Gippsland, Western and Northern Victoria and is a recognised leader in Aboriginal cultural heritage matters, an area of growing complexity and importance to the planning and development sectors.
Edward’s appointment reflects our commitment to future-focused and client-aligned leadership and our commitment to investing in the future of the firm.
We invite you to join us in congratulating Edward on this well-earned achievement.
Amelia Fradley Appointed Associate
We are delighted to announce the promotion of Amelia within our Disputes Team.
Amelia joined the Best Hooper Disputes Team in September 2022, bringing with her strong and varied experience in contentious property matters.
Since joining, she has been a dedicated, hard-working, and valued member of the team. She works diligently to expand her skill set and the value she can (and does) deliver across disputes related to easements, adverse possession and boundaries, roads, covenants, owners corporations, leasing, and construction.
Amelia is a strong ‘black letter’ lawyer, and she is also being recognised for the sophistication of the advice she gives, and the outstanding strategic results she is able to deliver to clients of the firm. Her journey will continue to evolve, as she steps into a more senior role within the team, and we are excited to see what the future holds.
Congratulations, Amelia!
Brianna Batey Appointed Associate
Brianna joined our Land Development and Compulsory Acquisition Teams in 2024.
She has continuously demonstrated a strong acumen for understanding our development industry and legal issues for land owners. In particular, Brianna has developed skills in Adverse Possession, Owners Corporation Law, Roads, Land Encumbrances, Valuations and many other bespoke area of law. She is a welcomed part of the Best Hooper Team in delivering value to our client base.
She is also learning in relation to compulsory acquisitions and planning compensation claims, having already worked for claimants against some prominent Victorian projects.
As an Associate, Brianna will continue developing her skillset to move towards more complex works and mentoring our next generation of team members.
Congratulations, Brianna!
Bethanie La Terra Appointed Associate
We are delighted to share the exciting news of Bethanie’s promotion to Associate Lawyer within our Planning Team.
Since her admission to legal practice in 2020, Bethanie has demonstrated unwavering dedication and professionalism to her legal work. Her understanding of the planning and environment framework, combined with her measured approach, has made her a trusted advisor to our clients.
Bethanie has developed expertise across all stages of the planning process – from providing clear, practical advice and negotiating section 173 agreements, to advising on complex legal questions and leading planning appeals before the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal and Planning Panels Victoria.
Bethanie’s promotion is a well-earned recognition of her hard work and the support she provides to our clients and colleagues alike.
Please join us in congratulating Bethanie on this important milestone in her career!
“Best Hooper is proud of all of its staff and congratulates those receiving promotions this financial year.
The firm is experiencing its most significant transformation over its 135 year history and these latest promotions continue the firms regeneration, legacy and longevity, being one of the oldest firms in Victoria and the industry leader in development advisory and strategy.”
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