Richard Holt

Richard Holt serves as a Partner and Legal Practitioner Director, bringing extensive experience to his legal practice. Admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland in July 1980, Richard graduated from Queensland University with degrees in Economics and Law. Since then, he has established a formidable presence on the Gold Coast, focusing on property law, commercial law, business transactions, commercial leasing, project development, and commercial litigation and dispute resolution. Richard’s clientele is diverse, ranging from high net worth families to medium-scale businesses. He has played a critical role in numerous notable projects across the Gold Coast. His work includes involvement in the development of Imperial Surf Apartments, the Peninsular Gold Coast Apartments, and the Burleigh Heads Residential Tower. He has also been pivotal in the redevelopment of significant sites such as the Bayview Shores Apartments and the Surfers Paradise Bowls Club facility. Richard has advised on substantial commercial assets, facilitating leasing arrangements for landlords with prominent wholesaling and retailing tenancies. His expertise extends to the hospitality sector, where he has managed strategic acquisitions, including hotel licences, for boutique breweries and establishments in both the Gold Coast and Brisbane. Additionally, he has directed the acquisition and sale of major development sites, underscoring his comprehensive capabilities in the legal landscape.