William Kiernan
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William Kiernan

William Kiernan

Principal Sinisgalli Foster

location
Melbourne, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 913..
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About William

William Kiernan serves as a Principal in the Commercial and Property group of the firm, bringing a robust academic and practical background to his role. After earning a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts from Monash University in 2016, William was admitted to practice law in 2017. His commitment to advancing his legal knowledge led him to pursue and complete a Masters of Commercial Law in 2023. William's focus is on commercial transactions, where he excels in the preparation and negotiation of vital documents related to the sale and acquisition of businesses, shares, assets, and services. His expertise extends to advising on complex commercial and retail leasing issues, along with resolving property, building, and leasing disputes. In addition to his transactional work, William possesses a keen interest in technical commercial structures. He provides insightful guidance on trust arrangements, partnerships, and intellectual property matters, enabling his clients to navigate these intricate areas with confidence. William's comprehensive understanding of both the transactional and structural aspects of commercial law positions him as a valuable resource for businesses seeking informed legal advice.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Intellectual Property
Property Law

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Experience

Principal
Principal
Sinisgalli Foster
Sep 2023 - Present · 1 year 10 months
Senior Associate
Senior Associate
Sinisgalli Foster
Jun 2021 - Present · 4 years 1 month
Associate
Associate
Sinisgalli Foster
Apr 2019 - Jun 2021 · 2 years 2 months
Solicitor
Solicitor
Nicholson Ryan Lawyers
Sep 2017 - Feb 2018 · 5 months
Graduate Solicitor
Graduate Solicitor
Nicholson Ryan Lawyers
Jun 2016 - Sep 2017 · 1 year 3 months
Law Clerk
Law Clerk
Nicholson Ryan Lawyers
Oct 2014 - Jun 2016 · 1 year 8 months

Education

Master of Laws - LLM, Law
Master of Laws - LLM, Law
University of Melbourne
2020 - 2023
Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Arts, Law, Politics and History
Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Arts, Law, Politics and History
Monash University
2010 - 2015

Contact Information

Melbourne, VIC

LocationLevel 7, 224 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 913..

Practice Certificate

Name
illiam Kiernan
Certification type
Principal with Trust
Region
MELBOURNE VIC 3000
CheckLast checked: 12 May 2025
Checked with the Victorian Legal Services

Practice Categories

Commercial Law
Intellectual Property
  • Disputes
  • General Advice
  • Patents and Trademarks
Property Law
  • Banking & Finance
  • Construction Law
  • Conveyancing
  • General Advice
  • Leases
  • Mortgages