Darren Goldsmith - Principal Darren began legal practice in 1984 and quickly became a partner in 1987. Darren now practices principally in the areas of Property, Commercial and Corporate Advice. He has built a solid reputation in that practice for prompt results which achieve his clients' goals. Darren is particularly experienced in negotiating and settling complicated commercial agreements. When not in the office, Darren can be found on any one of Melbourne's fine golf courses, supporting his beloved St. Kilda football club or volunteering his time to his son's local football team. Qualifications: Bachelor of Jurisprudence Bachelor of Laws Principal Areas of Practice: Commercial and Corporate Advice Sale and Purchase of businesses and companies Financing Property Trusts Lease preparation and advice Wills and Estate Planning Business affairs including trademarks, trust and company formation Email: darren@goldlaw.com.au
Gary Goldsmith - Principal Gary commenced practicing law in 1983 and undertook his articles with the predecessor to Goldsmiths and has remained with the firm ever since. Gary runs and supervises all the firm's litigation. He has built up a large amount of expertise across a wide range of different legal areas and is able to bring that experience to assist clients in resolving the disputes and problems that they are faced with both commercially and privately. Gary has extensive experience in all Courts throughout Victoria and often appears himself. He brings with the assistance of a bar of approximately 2,000 barristers, he is able to run, coordinate and assist clients in achieving their goals. No matter is too big or complex. Gary is involved in a wide range of community activities including Rotary, Scouts, and the Local Club Football. Qualifications: Bachelor of Law Bachelor of Economics Member of the following professional organisations: Barrister and solicitor of the Supreme Court of Victoria Signed the Role of the High Court of Australia Law Institute of Victoria Law Council of Australia Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors Member of the Insolvency Practitioners Association of Australia Principle areas of practice: Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolutions Corporate advisor Email:gary@goldlaw.com.au
Neil Garfith - Lawyer Neil joined Goldsmiths in 1992 and practices exclusively in the areas of commercial and property law. Neil has a high degree of expertise in probate and wills, landlord and tenant drafting and disputes, sale and purchase of businesses, business licensing compliance and has a particular interest in property law.  A friendly and personable chap, Neil is highly regarded in the local community for his practical and helpful contributions to the solving of legal issues. Formally an expert tennis player, Neil is now an accomplished gardener and family man. Qualifications: Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Laws Principal Areas of Practice: Property Commercial Agreements Leases Wills & Estates Email: neil@goldlaw.com.au
Brian Kennedy - Lawyer Brian is a commercial litigation solicitor with experience across a broad range of areas including bankruptcy and insolvency. Brian is undertaking a Masters of Commercial Law at Melbourne University. In his free time, Brian enjoys travel and socializing. Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts (Honors) Bachelor of Laws Principal Areas of Practice: Bankruptcy Insolvency Insurance Email: brian@goldlaw.com.au
Davina Calandra - Lawyer Davina was admitted to practice as a solicitor in 2007 and began practicing with Goldsmiths in the same year. Davina has experience in a broad range of civil and commercial disputes. Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Laws Principal Areas of Practice: Civil Litigation Commercial Litigation Email: davina@goldlaw.com.au