Olivia Hitchens
Principal
Retail Law and Franchising
Retail Law and Franchising
Artemide Law are renowned experts in Retail Law and Franchising. As the exclusive legal advisor to the Australian Retailers Association and its 8000+ members, we are leaders in advising national and international retail brands. We work for retailers and franchised businesses at all stages of growth and scale.
Incomparable
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Incomparable
legal
advice
Key Contacts
Olivia Hitchens
Principal
Biography
Olivia is the founder of Artemide and has more than 15 years experience as a Commercial Lawyer.
Prior to founding Artemide, Olivia founded and ultimately exited from Hitch Advisory lawyers.
Olivia is widely regarded as the leader in Retail Law and Franchising as well as having a diverse Property Law practice.
Known as a renowned problem solver, deal negotiator and corporate ‘fixer’ – Olivia advises some of Australia’s largest businesses and high profile clients.
Amy Barwick
Principal
Biography
Amy is the Principal of Artemide’s Litigation Team.
Amy is a highly experienced litigator, having previously been a Partner at major law firms as well as a General Counsel in an FMCG Franchised Network.
Pragmatic, strategic and willing to go above and beyond, Amy is a gun litigator and dispute resolution expert who drives results and outcomes.
Amy Barwick
Principal
William Geddes
Senior Associate
Biography
William is a Senior Associate in the Commercial Team.
Will is highly experienced in Mergers and Acquisitions, Business Structuring and Shareholders Agreements, General Commercial Agreements and Franchising.
William is able to make the complex seem simple and has a knack for getting deals done.
William Geddes
Senior Associate
Joanna Bodon
Associate
Joanna is an Associate in our Commercial team with strong in-house experience gained from working with some of Australia’s most recognised retail brands. Her background spans franchising, commercial property, and dispute resolution, giving her a practical understanding of the challenges faced by businesses operating in competitive markets.
Joanna is passionate about helping clients achieve their commercial goals. She takes pride in delivering clear, effective advice and building strong, trusted relationships that lead to lasting results.
Joanna Bodon
Associate
Courtney Russo
Lawyer
Biography
Courtney is a generalist Lawyer at Artemide Law.
Courtney has extensive experience in government law matters, including Supreme Court Applications.
Courtney can provide assistance across a range of legal issues including General Commercial, Employment, Property, Estate Planning & Litigation.
Committed to excellence, Courtney is focused on achieving the best outcome for clients.
Courtney Russo
Lawyer