Luke Mountford

Luke Mountford serves as the Managing Partner at HopgoodGanim Lawyers, where he skilfully leads the firm's Private Enterprise practice. His work predominantly focuses on advising privately-owned and family-owned businesses, as well as private individuals, on intricate corporate and commercial legal matters. With his guidance, clients navigate significant corporate transactions, ensuring their objectives are successfully met from inception or acquisition, through operational phases, to the eventual sale or intergenerational transfer of the business. Known for his comprehensive approach, Luke prides himself on fostering enduring relationships with business owners who have a vested interest in their ventures' outcomes. He has an enduring interest in family business succession, having facilitated numerous successful intergenerational transfers of ownership and control for family-owned enterprises. Beyond his legal practice, Luke is the non-executive Chair of OneHarvest, enhancing his understanding of business operations within the Australian context. Luke's professional achievements are recognised widely. He is featured in The Best Lawyers in Australia for his expertise in Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions Law, and Corporate/Government Practice. Additionally, Doyle's Guide lists him as a Leading Corporate Lawyer, Business & Commercial Lawyer, and Health & Aged Care Lawyer in Queensland. In terms of governance and leadership, Luke contributes as the Chair of the QUT Law Founders Scholarship Committee, supporting the next generation of legal professionals. His education includes a Graduate qualification from the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a Bachelor of Law degree from Queensland University of Technology. Through these roles and experiences, Luke Mountford continues to provide insightful, strategic advice that aligns with the complex needs of his clients.