Bridging legal, governance & commercial advice with Boardroom experience

As a highly qualified lawyer with firsthand experience as a non-executive director and company secretary, Melanie brings a unique perspective to corporate governance, compliance and risk management. Melanie doesn’t just interpret the law – she understands the real-world challenges that boards and executives face in balancing legal obligations with strategic decision-making.

Melanie provides practical, commercially sound, and governance-focused legal solutions that align with your business objectives. Whether acting as your general counsel, contracted in-house lawyer, or company secretary, Melanie ensures that governance, risk and compliance frameworks are not just legally sound, but also strategically valuable.

Legal & Governance Expertise – On your terms

  • Company Secretarial Services – Ensuring compliance, governance, and board effectiveness
  • Board & Executive Advisory – Guidance on governance, risk, and corporate compliance
  • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management – Helping your business navigate legal and regulatory obligations
  • Commercial Advisory – Strategic legal advice on contracts, transactions, and business operations
  • Fractional General Counsel & Contracted In-House Lawyer – High-quality legal support without the overhead of a full-time hire
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About Melanie Gianoulis

Melanie has been practicing law in Queensland for over 16 years, and has vast experience across commercial, property, contract and corporate law. Melanie has experience working as an in-house lawyer and has advised a diverse range of clients, including medium to large businesses, private and public companies, not-for-profit organisations, high-net-worth individuals, and statutory authorities. She has worked across a wide range of industries including medical, health and fitness, property development, not-for-profit, sport and registered clubs.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Laws (Hons) / Bachelor of Economics (Hons), James Cook University
  • Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland
  • Solicitor of the High Court of Australia
  • Graduate Diploma Legal Practice

Current Positions

  • Non-executive Director, Cowboys Leagues Club Ltd
  • Company Secretary, Cowboys Leagues Club Ltd, Cowboys Holdings Pty Ltd, Cowboys Catering and Events Pty Ltd
  • Company Secretary, Smart Precinct NQ Ltd
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