James Huggett

James Huggett is a distinguished partner at Ganci Huggett Lawyers, a dynamic private and commercial law firm located in Melbourne's CBD. With an illustrious career beginning with his admittance in 2006 across the Supreme Courts of NSW and Victoria, and the High Court of Australia, James has built a reputation for excellence in the legal field. Specialising in commercial law, he provides expert counsel to a diverse clientele, including high net worth individuals, mid-sized corporates, SMEs, and large listed entities. James's extensive experience encompasses a variety of legal domains. He has been instrumental in commercial disputes, successfully acting for plaintiffs and defendants alike. Notably, he secured a favourable financial outcome for an international metal manufacturer in a debt claim related to the Monash Children's Hospital. In commercial and business law, James has overseen significant transactions, such as the sale of assets comprising heavy equipment and machinery, along with multiple lease transfers. In the realm of corporate law, James offers guidance on advisory, dispute, and mediation matters, involving complex service agreements and engineering defects disputes. His practice extends into family law, where he manages prenuptial and defacto disputes, parenting arrangements, and divorce applications with sensitivity and precision. His adept handling of bankruptcy and insolvency cases showcases his ability to achieve successful outcomes in setting aside statutory demands and default judgments. James's legal journey began with his tenure at Abrahams & Associates Lawyers, where he honed his skills in corporate and commercial litigation, insolvency, bankruptcy, and a wide array of individual matters, from property transactions to environmental disputes. Educated at the University of Sydney, James holds an LLB and a BA in Social Anthropology. His early life in Suva, Fiji, and Auckland, New Zealand, alongside his current residence in Melbourne, contributes to his well-rounded perspective. Outside his professional commitments, James enjoys cycling, mountain biking, and fishing, striving for a balanced lifestyle in his personal life.