Paul Holdway

Paul is the esteemed leader of our Dispute Resolution Practice Group, known for his keen ability to devise solutions that are both practical and commercially viable. With nearly 30 years of experience as a lawyer, Paul expertly navigates beyond immediate legal issues, focusing on the bigger picture to strategically apply his extensive wisdom and experience. His genuine care for people ensures that he consistently delivers outcomes that are in the best interests of his clients. Paul excels in negotiating successful settlements across diverse areas including commercial litigation, debt recovery, insolvency, and institutional abuse claims, representing a broad client base ranging from multinational corporations to small businesses, charities, and individuals. His extensive experience spans appearances in Mediations, Court Hearings, Royal Commission Hearings, and before VCAT. In addition to his legal practice, Paul is a successful business operator and investor, holding directorial positions in both private companies and not-for-profit organisations. His dedication to justice and advocacy has been recognised with prestigious accolades, such as the LIV President’s Award for Access to Justice in 2010 and the Public Witness Award from the In Good Faith Foundation in 2019. These achievements underscore his formidable presence in the legal community, where he continues to provide unparalleled service to his clients.