DibbsBarker is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Goss as a partner in the Financial Services Industry Group as of 19 June 2012.
A highly regarded banking, finance and insolvency specialist, Michael has over 20 years of experience acting for major financial institutions. He holds existing relationships with many of DibbsBarker’s clients, which include three of the top four Australian banks, several international banks, two regional banks and a number of significant other financial institutions.
Michael’s specific areas of specialisation are: secured lending and project finance; agribusiness secured lending; security reviews and restructuring advice; farm debt mediation and consequential forbearance or enforcement; and commercial and residential secured insolvency.
Michael’s appointment, in addition to that of recent partner recruit Cameron McKenzie, demonstrates DibbsBarker’s commitment to increasing the service offering in the banking, finance and insolvency space.
Michael also brings with him a team of experienced people to the Financial Services Industry Group, including:
Amanda Bull, special counsel – Amanda is a leading figure in the financial services industry for her knowledge on the Personal Property Securities (PPS) legislation and her ability to provide practical advice and recommendations on complex banking and finance legislation.
Sarah Papas, senior associate – Sarah is experienced in drafting and reviewing banking and finance documentation, security reviews and restructuring advice, debt mediations including extensive experience in farm debt mediations and consequential forbearance or enforcement measures. Sarah also has considerable experience in commercial and residential secured insolvency matters.
DibbsBarker Financial Services Industry Group Leader David Carter said: ‘The appointment of Michael and his team to the Financial Services Industry Group supports our commitment to extend our capability in the financial services industry and provide additional depth and expertise to our clients and the broader market.’
Of his appointment, Michael Goss said: ‘I look forward to building on the financial services initiatives DibbsBarker already has in place and the opportunity to continue to work closely with our mutual clients. The synergy between my current clients and my existing practice made the move to DibbsBarker a logical and timely decision.’
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