Robert Lopich is the director and principal of Collaborative Lawyers Pty Ltd, Mediate Today Pty Ltd, and the Texas-based Global Collaborative Law Council. With over 35 years of experience, Robert provides exceptional legal and dispute resolution services, emphasising collaboration and mediation. As a nationally accredited mediator, he holds workshops worldwide and has presented papers in Ireland, the USA, and at National Mediation Conferences in Australia. Robert's legal expertise spans commercial dispute resolution, land transactions, commercial leases, and various agreements. His dedication is reflected in his roles, including a past presidency of Collaborative Professionals (NSW) and as a member of the Law Society of NSW. Recognised for his advanced skills in collaborative law, he has pioneered non-adversarial legal resolutions and has trained numerous legal professionals in these methodologies. His education includes a Tertiary Diploma in Law from the University of Sydney and advanced mediation certifications from Bond University, among other qualifications. Robert’s career highlights include establishing Robert Lopich & Associates, successfully tendering legal services to the Australian Department of Transport, and acquiring Mediate Today Pty Ltd. His affiliations with national and international legal organisations underscore his commitment to advancing dispute resolution practices.
Director
Mediate Today Pty Ltd
Nov 2011 - Present • 15 years
President
Collaborative Professionals (NSW) Inc.
Dec 2010 - Oct 2012 • 1 year 10 months
President
Jan 2010 - Present • 16 years 10 months
Director
Global Collaborative Law Council
Oct 2009 - Present • 17 years 1 month
Vice-President
Jan 2008 - Jan 2010 • 2 years
Member
International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP)
Jan 2006 - Jan 2010 • 4 years
Director
Collaborative Practice & Mediation Centre Australia Pty Ltd
Jan 1999 - Present • 27 years 10 months
Director
Collaborative Lawyers Pty Ltd
May 1986 - Present • 40 years 6 months
