Lisa Neilson Elevated to Principal at Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick

Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick is thrilled to announce the elevation of Lisa Neilson to be a Principal of the firm.

Lisa has been a member of the Phillips Ormonde Fitzpatrick Sydney Trade Marks team since 2024 when she joined as a Senior Associate. Lisa provides advice to local and overseas clients on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious matters. She has extensive experience developing and managing international trade marks portfolios including advising on brand adoption and use, prosecuting and enforcing trade marks, and is recognised for her pragmatic and commercially focused approach.

I’m absolutely delighted to be joining the partnership at POF, a firm I’m proud to be part of. I look forward to contributing to its continued success and future direction. I’m grateful for the trust placed in me and for the many colleagues, clients, and mentors whose support and collaboration have made this possible

Lisa Neilson, Principal

Please join us in warmly congratulating Lisa on her well-earned elevation into the Partnership.

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