Georgina O'Farrell
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Georgina O'Farrell

Georgina O'Farrell

Principal By George Legal

location
Brunswick, VIC
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About Georgina

Georgina O’Farrell is a distinguished intellectual property lawyer who brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her clients in the fashion, brewing, technology, digital, and creative industries. Since 2003, she has developed a practice that is deeply rooted in both Australia and the UK, offering a unique blend of local and international perspectives. Over the years, Georgina has earned a stellar reputation as a people-oriented professional. She thrives on fostering robust relationships with her diverse clientele, ranging from artists and writers to technology companies and architects. Her strategic acumen and comprehensive legal advice are highly sought after by those aiming to secure and commercialise their intellectual property assets. Georgina's extensive career includes significant roles in the industries of entertainment and publishing. Her tenure as Head of Legal for both Madman Media Group in Australia and Phaidon Press in the UK provided her with invaluable industry-specific insights that she integrates into her practice today. Her excellence and leadership in the field of intellectual property law have been repeatedly recognised. Georgina has been honoured as a leading lawyer in several prestigious legal directories, including the World Trademark Review, Doyle’s Guide, and Best Lawyers of Australia in The Australian Financial Review. Her dedication to her clients and her field ensures that she provides not only diligent legal representation but also insightful strategic guidance tailored to the innovative visions of her clients.

Practice Areas

Intellectual Property

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Resume

Experience

Board Member & Company Secretary
Board Member & Company Secretary
Craft Victoria
Dec 2017 - Dec 2019 · 2 years
Director
Director
By George Legal
Apr 2016 - Present · 9 years 3 months
Business & Legal Affairs
Business & Legal Affairs
Madman Entertainment
Mar 2015 - Jan 2018 · 2 years 10 months
IP Counsel
IP Counsel
Sensis
May 2014 - Mar 2015 · 10 months
Senior Associate
Senior Associate
Corrs Chambers Westgarth
Aug 2010 - Apr 2014 · 3 years 8 months
Head of Legal
Head of Legal
Phaidon Press Limited
May 2008 - May 2010 · 2 years
Associate
Associate
Ashurst LLP, UK
Dec 2006 - Dec 2007 · 1 year
Solicitor
Solicitor
Corrs Chambers Westgarth
Jan 2003 - Aug 2007 · 4 years 7 months

Education

Master of Laws (LLM), Intellectual Property Law
Master of Laws (LLM), Intellectual Property Law
University of Melbourne
2011 - 2013
Graduate Diploma, Wine Business and Marketing
Graduate Diploma, Wine Business and Marketing
University of Adelaide
2005 - 2006
LLB, Exchange program from University of Melbourne
LLB, Exchange program from University of Melbourne
University College Dublin
1999
BA / LLB (Hons), Political Science / Spanish
BA / LLB (Hons), Political Science / Spanish
University of Melbourne
1996 - 2002

Awards

1970
Leading lawyer
Doyle’s Guide
1970
Leading lawyer
Best Lawyers of Australia

Contact Information

Brunswick, VIC

Location12, 459 Sydney Road, Brunswick, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 919..

Practice Certificate

Name
Georgina O'Farrell
Specialisations
Commercial Law, Entertainment/Media/Sports, Intellectual Property, Litigation - general
Certification type
Principal without Trust
CheckLast checked: 29 Mar 2025
Checked with the Victorian Legal Services

Practice Categories

Intellectual Property
  • Disputes
  • General Advice
  • Patents and Trademarks