Mike Hayter

Mike Hayter is a seasoned consultant with Mid West Lawyers, bringing over four decades of diverse legal experience to his clients. He earned his Bachelor of Laws from the University of Western Australia in 1973 and has since played pivotal roles in both Geraldton and Fremantle, including partnerships and principalships. Mike's extensive career spans numerous legal disciplines, including business and commercial law, agribusiness, property and leasing, fishing, wills and estates, and litigation. He has represented companies in joint ventures and international negotiations, advised on complex commercial agreements, and dealt with substantial property lease issues. His expertise in fishing and aquaculture is demonstrated through his navigation of commercial fishing agreements and Fisheries Act prosecutions. In the realm of wills and estates, Mike advises on probate and estate disputes, ensuring smooth transitions in these sensitive areas. His litigation experience is robust, having represented entities in commercial litigation across various courts, including the Supreme Court, Federal Court, and even the High Court. He has tackled significant cases involving estate administration, corporations law, and property matters. Through his work with the State Administrative Tribunal and various court proceedings, Mike continues to provide comprehensive legal guidance in commercial and family matters, benefiting from his extensive local and international experience.