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Geoff Charnock

Consultant Paradise Charnock Hing

Sydney, NSW

About Geoff

Geoff Charnock is a seasoned consultant with a distinguished career in Australian and international corporate law practice, since his admission to practice in 1985. He is a trusted advisor to startups, SMEs, and prominent family businesses, providing commercially astute guidance across a broad skill set. Geoff's insightful approach enables him to navigate complex client challenges with ease, delivering practical and effective solutions. His recent role as Director at Foley Legal highlights his expertise in contract negotiation and corporate law. As a Consultant at Paradise Charnock Hing, Geoff has dedicated over 16 years to advancing companies through regulatory compliance and secretarial work. His experience extends to multiple non-executive directorships, including positions at Foley & Associates Pty Ltd, Causeway Technologies, IMeasureU, and My Medic Watch, underscoring his strategic acumen. Geoff has also served as Honorary Consul of Finland, emphasising his international perspective and diplomacy skills. His tenure as Honorary Secretary for the Finland Australia Chamber of Commerce further highlights his leadership within multinational environments. Previously, Geoff held partnership roles with prominent firms such as Maddocks, Hicksons Lawyers, and Norton Rose Fulbright, where he honed his legal expertise over several years. His early career included senior associate positions in both Australia and the UK, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of diverse legal systems. Geoff's academic foundation was established at the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Laws, laying the groundwork for his extensive and impactful legal career.

Practice areas

Commercial Law

Litigation & Disputes

Resume

Experience

Director

Foley Legal

Jul 2024 - Present • 2 years 3 months

Non Executive Director

Foley & Associates Pty Ltd

Jul 2022 - Present • 4 years 3 months

Non Executive Director

My Medic Watch

Jul 2019 - Mar 2024 • 4 years 8 months

Non Executive Director

IMeasureU

May 2017 - Present • 9 years 5 months

Non Executive Director

Causeway Technologies

Mar 2016 - Present • 10 years 7 months

Honorary Consul of Finland

Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

Apr 2013 - Jan 2025 • 11 years 9 months

Consultant

Paradise Charnock Hing

Feb 2010 - Present • 16 years 8 months

Honorary Secretary

Finland Australia Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

Oct 2007 - Nov 2019 • 12 years 1 month

Partner

Maddocks

Jul 2007 - Nov 2009 • 2 years 4 months

Partner

Hicksons Lawyers

May 2004 - Jun 2007 • 3 years 1 month

Partner

Norton Rose Fulbright

Dec 1994 - Nov 2003 • 8 years 11 months

Senior Associate

Dunhill Madden Butler

May 1994 - Nov 1994 • 6 months

Senior Associate

Osborne Clarke

Jul 1989 - Apr 1994 • 4 years 9 months

Lawyer

Norton Rose Fulbright

Jan 1986 - Jul 1989 • 3 years 6 months

Company Lawyer

NRMA

Jul 1985 - Jan 1986 • 6 months

Education

LLB

University of Sydney

1980 - 1985

Contact information

Sydney, NSW

Level 25, 25 Bligh Street, Sydney, NSWWebsite

Practice certificate

Name: Geoff Charnock
Date of admission: 1985
Certification type: Principal of a law practice
Class: Law Practice
Region: NSW

Last checked: 28 Aug 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW

Practice areas

Commercial Law

Litigation & Disputes