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Jack McLean Dolphin.

Lawyer.
Negotiator.
Decision Maker.

For over 20 years I have worked with businesses to protect, commercialise and sell their assets.

My role is to be a genuine and trusted advisor, who adds value to your business by providing commercial and pragmatic solutions in pressure situations.  I believe the key to achieving this is a genuine understanding of your business needs and being a member of your team.

I relish a dynamic project environment and thrive on innovation and thinking outside the square.

I measure myself by output and my ability to transform legal issues into commercial decisions that you can make with confidence.

I love what I do because I solve a different legal issue every day using strategic thinking and agile negotiation tools.

I work with clients from all industries because all technology needs commerce, and all commerce needs technology. 

Prior to McLeanDolphin I was a director of a boutique commercial technology firm in Melbourne for 5 years, having previously headed up the Mills Oakley IP/IT team.

I have a Masters in Global Business Law and assists clients with cross-border transactions and disputes.

Prior to becoming a lawyer, I completed a degree in Sports Management with a major in Sports Science and biomechanics. I worked in the sports management, retail and fitness industries. I draw on that business experience when advising my clients.

VOLUNTEERING

I like to give back – so I am passionate about volunteering my time to these great organisations:


Think Pink Foundation
Legal counsel and advisor (2011 – 2020)

AIIA
iAwards Judge (2019-2020)

Energylab
Mentor (2019-2020)

EXPERIENCE

I have covered a lot of ground in nearly 20 years, so here are some highlights:

Technology contracts – MSA’s with AIG, ANZ, CBA and Coles for the provision of predictive analytics and AI. SaaS, partnering, exclusive distribution, reseller.

Commercial – agreements for licensing, assigning, marketing, royalties, distribution, product development, confidential information, restraints and contractor engagement.

Deals/M&A – C3 sale to EY, Plus Club sale to Woolworths, Buchanan Group, Allans Billy Hyde, Happy Baby, Global Corporate Challenge, Coachair.

Privacy & Data – drafting privacy policies, privacy procedures and implementation of cyber security plans.

Government - Energy Power Systems - PACIFIC PATROL BOAT. RFT No. 200-001, Sensadata 2014-2018 JV/Partnership with La Trobe University, NSW Govt GPT Reporting Project.

Public - WoW Club, Ngai Tahu, CAT, Mitsubishi.

Branding – MYKI, trade mark registrations for UNLOCKD, TRIBE, SHOUT and THINK PINK ribbon.

Ad clearances – McLaren Racing, ReAmped Energy’s “We believe in different” campaign.

Litigation

  • Watts v Hall and Anors – WA Supreme Court.  Royalties dispute.

  • Ford Kinter & Associates Pty Ltd (A.C.N. 009 631 869) –V- Reliance Franchise Partners Pty Ltd (A.C.N. 151 750 613). County Court No. Cl-15-01137. Dispute over deferred payments in M&A transaction including breach of warranty and restraint.

  • Orient Express Travel Group v SCNF Mobilities (successfully defended applications for removal of trade marks).

  • GM Holden Ltd v Darren Paine & Ors – Federal Court (Justice Gordon, VID629/2010). 15th Respondent (of 23) Infringement of Registered Designs for tyre rims.

  • Chiropedic Bedding v Radburg – Federal Court (Justice Jessup), Full Federal Court Appeal (Justices French, Rares and Besanko), High Court Special Leave Application (Justices Crennan and Hayne). First matter heard in Federal Court Fast Track List. Applicant, Respondent in appeal, Respondent in appeal, Applicant in final hearing. Infringement of Registered Design for mattress. Instructed Glenn McGowan QC and Siobhan Ryan of counsel. Client was successful on infringement claims and recovered account of profits.

  • Mantra Group v Tailly Pty Ltd – Federal Court (Justice Reeves, QUD224/2009). 
 3rd Respondent (of 3) Trade mark infringement arising from use of Google Adwords to capture internet traffic on accommodation websites.

  • Novamont & BASF v Cardia Bioplastics & InTime Promotions – Federal Court (Justice Kenny, VID775/2009). Second Respondent (InTime Promotions)  Patent infringement of biodegradable material used as a replacement for plastic bags.