Gene Goodsell

Gene Goodsell serves as the principal at Goodsell Law, bringing extensive expertise across corporate governance, compliance, and commercial litigation. With a Juris Doctor degree from a prestigious law school, Gene has been acknowledged for significant contributions to the legal field. His role as Senior Legal Counsel at Hilti Australia sees him as the sole legal advisor within the country, integrated into the South East Asia legal team. His responsibilities span drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial contracts, including substantial infrastructure and software agreements with prominent companies. Gene's experience encompasses managing litigations, enforcing compliance and regulatory oversight, and collaborating closely with various business units to provide strategic legal guidance. He is adept at data privacy and cybersecurity policy implementation and manages corporate governance and secretarial duties. His legal acumen extends to employment law, emphasising practical training across different business areas. Before his current role, Gene was the principal at Goodsell Lawyers, delivering expert legal advice in general commercial law for high-net-worth individuals and corporates for over thirteen years. His earlier career includes positions as an associate at MinterEllison and participation in the KPMG Graduate Program, highlighting his solid foundation in legal services. Gene's educational accomplishments include a Master of Applied Laws with distinction in Business Law and Transactions, a Graduate Diploma in International Business, Trade, and Tax Law from the University of Sydney, and a Bachelor's degree in Business and Law with Honours from the University of Technology Sydney. His dedication extends to pro bono work with the Thomson Reuters Foundation, showcasing a commitment to utilising his skills for broader societal benefit.