Atty. John Gray

Atty. John Gray

John is a senior corporate and commercial lawyer who has specialised in technology and intellectual property law for over 25 years. He is a partner in the Corporate and Commercial team at Hall & Wilcox.

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About John Gray at a Glance

John Gray is a business, real estate, ip, securities, and internet attorney, practicing at Hall & Wilcox. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Law (2027), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2027), and Best Lawyers in America — Information Technology Law (2027). Serves clients in Sydney and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About John Gray

  • John is a senior corporate and commercial lawyer who has specialised in technology and intellectual property law for over 25 years
  • He is a partner in the Corporate and Commercial team at Hall & Wilcox
  • John advises clients on commercial transactions and legal disputes in the fields of IT, telecommunications and media
  • His expertise covers all the legal issues associated with the use of technology in business and government, including licensing, privacy and data protection, copyright, branding and e-payments
  • Known for his hands-on and pragmatic approach, and his ability to find solutions to legal and commercial issues, John is a seasoned practitioner in the IT market and often acts for governments and financial institutions in relation to major IT projects
  • He is widely recognised for his expertise, having been ranked in the 2009-2019 editions of The Best Lawyers in Australia, being named Sydney's 'Lawyer of the Year' for Information Technology Law (2021 edition) and for Outsourcing Law (2018 edition)
  • He is also a recommended lawyer in Doyle’s Guide to the Australian Legal Profession in their 2019 list of Leading Technology, Media and Telecommunications Lawyers, and is a ranked lawyer in Chambers Asia-Pacific 2020 for TMT: Information Technology

Practice Areas Explained

John Gray's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Gray handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sydney.

Business & Corporate Law in Sydney

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law in Sydney

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

John Gray is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys →

Intellectual Property in Sydney

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

John Gray is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys →

Securities Law in Sydney

John Gray is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys →

Internet & Cyber Law in Sydney

Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About John Gray

Where is John Gray's law office located?
John Gray's law practice is located in Sydney. The firm is Hall & Wilcox. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Gray handle?
John Gray focuses on business, real estate, ip, securities, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How can I contact John Gray for a consultation?
You can contact John Gray directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Gray received?
John Gray's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Information Technology Law; Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law; Best Lawyers in America — Outsourcing Law.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Sydney Choose John Gray

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Gray's practice in the field of business, real estate, ip, securities, and internet.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering business, real estate, and ip, John Gray can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Sydney

A Sydney-based practice means John Gray attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues John Gray Handles in Sydney

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Gray has experience with. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
Residential property transactions
Real Estate
Commercial lease disputes
Real Estate
Title and deed issues
Real Estate
Landlord-tenant conflicts
Real Estate
Trademark registration
IP
Copyright infringement defense
IP
Patent prosecution
IP
Trade secret protection
IP

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John Gray directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Awards & Professional Honors

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Law
- 2027
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2027
Best Lawyers in America — Information Technology Law
- 2027
Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law
- 2027
Best Lawyers in America — Outsourcing Law
- 2027
Best Lawyers in America — Privacy and Data Security Law
- 2027
Best Lawyers in America — Telecommunications Law
- 2027
Lawyer of the Year — Commercial Law, Sydney (Australia)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Information Technology Law, Sydney (Australia)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Outsourcing Law, Sydney (Australia)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Information Technology Law, Sydney (Australia)
- 2012

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