Julian Ambrose
Julian Ambrose

Julian Ambrose

Principal McDowell Ambrose Lawyers

location
Wonthaggi, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 567..

About Julian

Julian Ambrose serves as the Principal at McDowell Ambrose Lawyers, bringing over 14 years of expertise as a corporate and commercial lawyer. His extensive experience encompasses advising businesses and individuals on diverse legal matters, ensuring clients are well-informed and capable of making strategic decisions. Julian's approach is founded on providing practical legal advice tailored to help clients achieve their objectives. Julian's tenure as Principal began in June 2021, focusing on real property, privacy law, and a myriad of other legal disciplines. Prior to this, he held the position of Deputy General Manager at Housing Hub, blending leadership with his legal acumen. His role as General Counsel and Senior Associate at Norton Rose Fulbright underscored his proficiency in compliance, data security, and privacy, alongside advising on procurement, supplier vetting, and tender responses. At the Foundation for Young Australians, Julian excelled as General Counsel and Head of Human Resources, steering the organisation through legal complexities and implementing robust privacy compliance measures. His role at McMillan Shakespeare further amplified his skills in managing legal risks, drafting commercial contracts, and overseeing intellectual property protection. Julian's foundational legal career began at Norton Rose Australia, where he honed his skills as an Associate for over four years. His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Laws with Honours and a Bachelor of Commerce from Deakin University, complemented by certifications in governance and project management from the Australian Institute of Company Directors and the Australian Institute of Management.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Employment Law
Intellectual Property
Property Law

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Resume

Experience

Principal
Principal
McDowell Ambrose Lawyers
Jun 2021 - Present · 4 years 10 months
Deputy General Manager
Deputy General Manager
Housing Hub
Nov 2020 - Sep 2021 · 10 months
General Counsel - Senior Associate
General Counsel - Senior Associate
Norton Rose Fulbright
Dec 2018 - Nov 2020 · 1 year 11 months
General Counsel
General Counsel
The Foundation for Young Australians (FYA)
Apr 2016 - Dec 2018 · 2 years 8 months
General Counsel and Head of Human Resources
General Counsel and Head of Human Resources
The Foundation for Young Australians (FYA)
Nov 2014 - Apr 2016 · 1 year 5 months
Senior Counsel
Senior Counsel
McMillan Shakespeare
Jul 2010 - Nov 2014 · 4 years 4 months
Associate
Associate
Norton Rose Australia
Feb 2006 - Jul 2010 · 4 years 5 months

Education

Governance Foundations for Not-for-Profit Directors
Governance Foundations for Not-for-Profit Directors
Australian Institute of Company Directors
2018 - 2018
Project Management Fundamentals
Project Management Fundamentals
Australian Institute of Management
2015
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Deakin University
2000 - 2005
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Economics/Financial Planning
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Economics/Financial Planning
Deakin University
2000 - 2005

Contact Information

Wonthaggi, VIC

Location39 McBride Avenue, Wonthaggi, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 567..

Practice Certificate

Name
Julian Ambrose
Specialisations
Business/Corporate Law, Charity/Not-For-Profit, Commercial Law, Conveyancing/Real Property, Intellectual Property, IT/Cybersecurity, Leasing Law, Privacy, Small Business, Wills and Estates
Certification type
Principal with Trust
Region
VIC
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