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Francis Farmakidis is the founding partner of Vobis Lawyers, bringing 25 years of comprehensive legal experience across a variety of sectors including property, banking and finance, telecommunications, travel, and digital industries. His career reflects a broad understanding of complex commercial environments, enabling him to provide clients with insightful legal guidance that supports business growth and expansion, particularly into international markets. Before establishing Vobis Lawyers in 2013, Francis held significant legal positions, notably serving as Company Secretary and Retained Counsel at Thomson Telecom for seven years. This experience has equipped him with a strong foundation in corporate governance and regulatory compliance, enhancing his ability to advise clients operating in dynamic business settings. Francis holds a Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Arts, and a Master of Laws from the University of Sydney. He also completed a Graduate Diploma in Applied Corporate Governance from the Institute of Chartered Secretaries Australia. His academic background complements his practical experience, allowing him to integrate legal expertise with strategic business considerations effectively.
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Partner
Vobis Equity Attorneys, Vobis.tv
Sep 2013 - Present • 13 years 2 months
Company Secretary and General Counsel
Thomson Telecom
Dec 1999 - Dec 2007 • 8 years
Graduate Diploma in Applied Corporate Governance, Corporate Governance
Institute of Chartered Secretaries
2005 - 2009
Master of Laws (LLM), Jurisprudence, Commercial Equity, Legal Philosophy
University of Sydney
1996 - 1998
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
University of Sydney
1990 - 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Classics and Classical Languages, Literature, and Linguistics
University of Sydney
1989 - 1993
Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW
