Kelly Hounsell

Founder and Director H Litigation Pty Ltd

Brisbane, QLD

About Kelly

Kelly Hounsell is the Founder and Director of H Litigation, where she expertly navigates the realms of commercial litigation, insolvency, and dispute resolution. Admitted to practise in both the Supreme Court of Queensland and the High Court of Australia since 2013, Kelly has built a robust career representing a diverse clientele, including insolvency practitioners, businesses of all sizes, and individual clients. Her legal acumen is rooted in a profound understanding of the complexities involved in acting on behalf of liquidators during public examinations and the recovery of voidable transactions. She is well-versed in providing astute advice to shareholders and directors embroiled in disputes, with a keen focus on issues related to restraints of trade, debt recovery, breach of contract, and negligence claims. Before founding H Litigation, Kelly honed her skills in various esteemed roles. She served as Special Counsel at Agility Law Group and was a Legal Practice Director at Hounsell Biddles Litigation Lawyers, where she played a pivotal role in shaping the firm's strategic vision. Her tenure at Paladin Legal saw her advance from Associate to Senior Associate, reflecting her dedication and capability. Kelly's early career included significant roles at K&L Gates and Rostron Carlyle Solicitors, where she applied her legal prowess across various facets of law. Kelly's educational foundation is impressive, holding a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of International Business from Griffith University, complemented by a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice from Bond University. During her academic tenure, she was actively involved in the Griffith University Student Law Association and the Griffith Employment Relations & Management Society, underscoring her commitment to legal excellence from the outset of her career.