Senior Associate
Chris is a solicitor in the Planning team at Best Hooper and joined the team in 2022.
He has broad experience advising and advocating on behalf of local government and developer clients in respect of a broad range of planning and environment matters, with particular experience in planning enforcement and liquor licence applications. Chris also has significant experience in advising local government clients with respect to governance matters broadly and brings an intricate understanding of the local government sector to his practice at Best Hooper.
Chris understands the importance of developing strong relationships with his clients, and he favours implementing a commercial and strategic approach to providing legal services.
Chris was recently recognised by Doyle’s Guide as a ‘Rising Star’ for 2024 and as ‘One to Watch’ by Best Lawyers Australia 2025.
Chris can assist you with all planning and environment-type matters, including the provision of legal advice and advocacy across Victorian Courts and Tribunals / Planning Panels.
