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Nick Stone is the managing partner of the firm, bringing extensive experience across a broad spectrum of commercial and corporate law matters. He advises clients on contractual disputes, debt recovery, and property and leasing disagreements, navigating complex negotiations and litigation to protect their interests. Nick also assists with professional negligence claims, defamation issues, and bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings, providing clear guidance through often challenging processes. His expertise extends to taxation disputes, wills and estate litigation, and personal asset protection, helping individuals and businesses manage their legal risks effectively. In the business realm, Nick offers comprehensive support in structuring, asset protection, and succession planning, as well as in business acquisition, disposal, and exit strategies. Nick provides counsel on funding agreements, intellectual property matters, and the drafting and review of commercial agreements, ensuring clients are well positioned in their commercial dealings. He also holds significant experience in corporate advisory and governance, compliance, mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and complex shareholder and partnership disputes. Additionally, Nick advises clients on financial services, lending arrangements, securities, and migration law, delivering practical solutions tailored to the unique circumstances of each client. His well-rounded approach and deep understanding of commercial law make him a trusted adviser for businesses and individuals alike.

Managing Partner
Stone Group Lawyers
Sep 2019 - Present • 7 years 2 months

Managing Director, Stone Group Lawyers, Commercial and litigation Gold Coast Lawyers
Stone Group Lawyers
Jan 2011 - Present • 15 years 10 months

Legal
Reed Smith LLP
Dec 2007 - Dec 2009 • 2 years

Masters of Law, International Law, Litigation
The University of Queensland
2009 - 2011

Honours in Law, Law
Griffith University
2007 - 2008

GDLP, Law
The Australian National University
2007 - 2009

Bachelor of Laws, Law
Griffith University
2004 - 2008

Bachelor’s Degree, Industrial Relations
Griffith University
2003 - 2007
Last checked: 11 Aug 2025 • Checked with Queensland Law Society