Peter Whitehead

Peter Whitehead is the esteemed founder of Whitehead Law Group, bringing over two decades of expertise in commercial law, intellectual property, and dispute resolution. With a Bachelor of Laws with First Class Honours and a Bachelor of Science in Applied Chemistry, Peter combines a profound understanding of legal and technical matters, making him highly sought after by innovation-driven businesses. Throughout his career, he has advised SMEs, family enterprises, and multinational corporations on intricate disputes, shareholder issues, and intellectual property challenges, including patents, trade marks, copyright, and designs. Peter's extensive experience in commercial transactions covers shareholder agreements, joint ventures, licences, and distribution arrangements. Clients appreciate his strategic foresight and dedication to achieving lasting commercial benefits. During his tenure at Hazan Hollander, where he served as a Partner and Senior Lawyer for over 27 years, Peter was admitted as a Solicitor in both the Supreme Court of New South Wales and the High Court of Australia. Specialising in both litigious and non-litigious aspects of intellectual property law, including trade marks, copyright, and patents, Peter also excels in commercial law, litigation, and equity. His approach to keeping clients out of court through alternative dispute resolution has been highly successful, but when necessary, he has adeptly represented clients in landmark cases in the Federal Court of Australia and the Supreme Court of NSW. Notable cases include Anheuser-Busch, Inc v Budejovický Budvar, Wellness Pty Limited v Pro Bio Living Waters Pty Limited, and Kosciuszko Thredbo Pty Limited v ThredboNet Marketing Pty Limited. Peter's dedication to his clients and his field is unwavering, ensuring their interests are always at the forefront of his practice.