

Robert Milne is the Principal of Milne Legal, renowned for his extensive experience in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance. With a career spanning over 15 years, Robert has a well-established reputation for his adept negotiation skills and has provided invaluable insights to clients facing complex legal challenges. His Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School highlights his dedication to delivering legal excellence. Since November 2003, Robert has been at the forefront of Milne Legal, steering the firm from its Brisbane base for nearly 23 years. Prior to his leadership role at Milne Legal, he was a Senior Associate at McCullough Robertson, where he contributed his significant expertise from 2001 to 2003. His proficiency also includes managing environmental and planning issues at Environmental & Licensing Professionals Pty Ltd between 1999 and 2001. Earlier in his career, Robert sharpened his legal capabilities as a Senior Associate at Allen Allen & Hemsley and practised as a lawyer with both the Brisbane City Council and Corrs Chambers Westgarth. His initial career steps were in environmental consulting with Geo and Hydro Environmental Consultants. Robert's academic background is comprehensive, holding a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Science from The University of Queensland, along with a Master of Engineering Science in Environmental Engineering from Griffith University. This combination of legal and scientific education, together with his extensive field experience, positions Robert as a formidable figure in corporate law.

Owner
Milne Legal
Nov 2003 - Present • 23 years

Senior Associate
McCullough Robertson
Jan 2001 - Dec 2003 • 2 years 11 months
Environment and Planning Manager
Environmental & Licensing Professionals Pty Ltd
Jan 1999 - Dec 2001 • 2 years 11 months
Senior Associate
Allen Allen & Hemsley (now Allens Linklaters)
Mar 1998 - Sep 1999 • 1 year 6 months

Lawyer
Brisbane City Council
Sep 1997 - Mar 1998 • 6 months

Lawyer
Corrs Chambers Westgarth
Jan 1995 - Sep 1997 • 2 years 8 months
Site contamination and remediation assistant
Geo and Hydro Environmental Consultants
Jan 1993 - Dec 1995 • 2 years 11 months

Brisbane Grammar School

Master of Engineering Science in Environmental Engineering
Griffith University
1997 - 2001

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
The University of Queensland
1990 - 1994

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
The University of Queensland
1990 - 1994
Last checked: 30 Sept 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society