Dr Kate Mathews is a seasoned lawyer with nearly two decades of experience, having held significant roles at prominent companies such as Toyota Australia, Pacifica Group, SECV, and Komatsu Australia. Her expertise in contracts, trade practices, compliance, marketing, and legal compliance is instrumental in her body corporate law work, assisting committees in minimising risk and enhancing performance. Kate is also an Honorary Adjunct Teaching Fellow at Bond University, showcasing her commitment to education and the legal community. Kate's academic credentials are impressive, with Honours degrees in law and arts from the University of Melbourne, a Masters in Law, and a Doctoral degree from Bond University. Her scholarly contributions include several legal papers published in the prestigious International Computer Law & Security Review in the UK. Beginning her legal career with Freehills, one of Australia's largest law firms, she has developed a robust practice across both national and international landscapes, offering high-level research, advisory, and contract drafting skills to serve the best interests of her clients. In addition to her legal practice, Kate has contributed to academia as a former Honorary Adjunct Assistant Professor at Bond University, where her expertise in information technology and law was invaluable. Her teaching stints included roles as a Semester Assistant Professor, enriching students with her profound knowledge of digital technology, privacy, and consumer law. Kate's dedication to the legal profession and academia underscores her distinguished career path and ongoing influence in the field.
Director
Binna Burra Lodge
Aug 2023 - Present • 3 years 3 months
Former Advisory Board Member
ACE-EV Group (Australian Clean Energy Electric Vehicle Group)
Jul 2019 - Aug 2023 • 4 years 1 month
(Former) Honorary Adjunct Assistant Professor
Bond University
Jan 2018 - Aug 2023 • 5 years 7 months
Semester Assistant Professor
Bond University
Aug 2010 - Jan 2018 • 7 years 5 months
Special Counsel
MATHEWS HUNT LEGAL
Jan 2010 - Present • 16 years 10 months
Master of Laws
University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Arts (Hons)
University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Laws (Hons)
University of Melbourne
Doctorate (law) - SJD
Bond University
2015 - 2017
Doctorate
Bond University
2014 - 2018
