KHQ Lawyers

KHQ Lawyers is a Melbourne-based boutique top tier commercial law firm. We combine the technical excellence and depth of a top-tier practice with the accessibility, agility and efficiency of a boutique firm.

Founded in 2006 by two senior lawyers who set out to build a different kind of firm, KHQ has grown to more than 120 professionals advising Australian and international clients across the full commercial law spectrum. We are engaged on complex and high-value matters where clarity of strategy and quality of execution are critical. Our expertise spans:

• Corporate & Commercial, including M&A, corporate advisory, IPOs and complex commercial transactions
• Commercial Property & Development
• Family & Relationship Law
• Food & Beverage, encompassing advice on cosmetics and therapeutic goods
• Litigation & Dispute Resolution
• Insolvency & Corporate Restructuring
• Intellectual Property
• Taxation
• Wills & Estates, and
• Workplace Relations & Safety, including project strategy and workforce management

Our clients include multinational corporates, listed corporates, major institutions and high-growth businesses, as well as high-net-worth individuals and families with complex, multi-faceted legal needs spanning personal, commercial and intergenerational matters. Our industry sector expertise spans construction, infrastructure, energy, resources and minerals, financial services, healthcare, retail, food and beverage, FMCG, transport, logistics, charities (and other not for profits), education and technology, amongst others.

KHQ was built to challenge inefficiency and hierarchy-driven models. We prioritise direct access to senior lawyers, transparent engagement and advice that is commercially grounded and technically rigorous. Our clients value not only our legal acuity, but our ability to understand their industries and deliver practical, outcome-focused solutions.

In the international context, we have deep connections within the Asia Pacific region and are committed to providing exceptional legal service to Australian businesses seeking to expand offshore, and international businesses looking to enter the Australian market. In June 2025, we announced a strategic alliance with DeHeng Law Offices, one of China’s leading law firms. enhancing our ability to support clients with cross-border matters involving China. KHQ is a trusted advisor to international clients requiring expert legal support in Australia.

Our expertise is recognised in leading national and international ranking directories including Chambers & Partners Asia Pacific, Legal 500 Asia Pacific, The Best Lawyers™ and The Best Law Firms in Australia, and Doyles Guide.