Jack Duncan
Solicitor
Lucy Bartlett
Solicitor
Shivagar Siva
Special Counsel
Jessica Marotta
Lawyer
Michelle Huo
Lawyer
Daniel Delaney
Consultant
Zak Cassells
Lawyer
Isabella Rosati
Lawyer

James Cowe

Lawyer

As a Lawyer at Hamilton Locke, James brings a strategic and analytical approach to corporate law. His expertise spans Corporate M&A, Equity Capital Markets and commercial litigation, allowing him to support clients with complex transactions and regulatory matters. With a background in industries such as technology, mining and resources, FMCG, medtech, pharmaceutical, and NFP sectors, James offers a well-rounded perspective that aligns legal solutions with commercial objectives.

James takes a pragmatic and results-driven approach to servicing clients, combining legal acumen with a commercial mindset. He is committed to delivering high-quality, efficient solutions that align with their business goals while navigating the legal complexities of corporate transactions.

Prior to joining Hamilton Locke, James spent several years in digital marketing and public relations, which honed his strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement and analytical skills.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Corporate M&A; Equity Capital Markets; Banking & Finance (Project, Corporate and Debt Finance); Regulatory Compliance; Risk Advisory; Strategy; Commercial Advisory; Litigation.

AWARDS
  • First Prize for Construction & Building Contract Law – University of Notre Dame Australia (2024)
  • First Prize for International Commercial Dispute Resolution – University of Notre Dame Australia (2025)
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) – The University of Notre Dame Australia
  • Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice – The College of Law Australia
  • Admitted to practice in Western Australia
SELECTED REPRESENTATIONS
  • Advised African Gold Ltd (ASX: A1G) on its acquisition by Montage Gold Corp. (TSX: MAU) by way of scheme of arrangement
  • Advised Peninsula Energy Limited (ASX: PEN) in relation to its secured debt raising (US$30m)
  • Advised Snow Lake Resources Ltd (NASDAQ: LITM) on its acquisition of Global Uranium and Enrichment Limited (GUE) by way of scheme of arrangement