24/7/365 First Response Hotline

If you have concerns about a potential cyber incident, contact us 24/7/365 to access our First Response team – we will guide you through a triage process and help you take decisive action on next steps.

response@atmosgroup.com.au
response@atmosgroup.co.nz

Australia

1800 737 667

New Zealand

0800 200 027
19:02

Auckland

17:02

Sydney/Melbourne

17:02

Brisbane

16:32

Adelaide

08:02

London

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Our team

Meet our Team

Meet our dynamic team across Australia and New Zealand.

Senior Leadership

Our senior leadership team have been working together for the best part of a decade – focusing exclusively on cyber, privacy and digital risk.

John Moran

John Moran

Partner

CEO - Head of Readiness and Disputes + Investigations

John leads the Atmos Readiness, Directors + Officers, and Disputes + Investigations teams, and is the CEO of Atmos.

With extensive experience in handling some of the largest and most complex data breaches, he is passionate about sharing his knowledge of what makes incidents severe for businesses and helping clients map their readiness journey. He is the market leader in guiding organisations on how to improve their incident response by enhancing crisis management teams’ performance through a range of Atmos services and products.

He is an industry recognised litigation expert in the specialised area of disputes and investigations linked to cyber, privacy and data, for both corporates and their directors and officers.

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Richard Berkahn

Partner

First Response Australia

Richard is a Partner in the First Response team and Chief Technology Officer at Atmos.

He has been at the forefront of cyber and privacy risk for over 10 years and supports a diverse client base, including many ASX200 and NZX50 companies, global multi-nationals and government agencies. As a recognised leader in cyber innovation, Richard has driven the development of a broad range of technology-led solutions that allow clients to respond more efficiently and effectively to cyber and privacy events.

With deep expertise, real-world crisis experience, and a passion for innovation, Richard takes a pragmatic approach to helping his clients navigate the changing cyber and privacy landscape.

Richard is admitted to practice and advises clients in Australia and New Zealand. In New Zealand, he is the Head of Atmos New Zealand.

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Reece Corbett-Wilkins

Partner

Head of First Response Australia 

Reece Corbett-Wilkins is the Head of First Response Australia, and is the Chief Strategy Officer at Atmos.

For over 10 years, Reece has focused exclusively on cyber and privacy risk, having helped 1,000+ organisations through some of their most challenging times. Reece is particularly experienced in managing large scale multi-party data breaches, both locally and globally, and ransomware response. Reece works closely with the incident response industry, government, and law enforcement to achieve optimal outcomes for clients.

Reece's true passion is bringing the industry together to tackle this risk at an aggregate level. Reece is recognised for his contributions to thought leadership and law reform initiatives.

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Alec Christie

Partner

Head of Privacy Risk and Digital Law

Alec is a recognised leader in digital, privacy, critical infrastructure and information law.

Alec's deep understanding of privacy law allows him to create comprehensive risk solutions, especially in relation to tech innovations, digital transformation, financial services IT regulation and multi-jurisdiction projects. His practical and agile solutions focused approach, especially in a time of rapid tech and regulatory change, together with his extensive experience makes him a highly sought after trusted resource.

Alec assists clients across the public, private and not for profit sectors in Australia and the region to implement their digital transformations, minimise their risks and resolve their problems.

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Anthony Cooke

Partner

Head of First Response New Zealand 

Anthony is a cyber security specialist, leading crisis response, regulatory engagement, and data protection strategies. He has advised on major breaches across APAC, shaping cyber risk management and helping businesses navigate complex security challenges.

With experience across New Zealand, Australia and Europe, he specialises in privacy compliance, data security, and the integration of AI-driven solutions. He has handled high-stakes public and corporate matters, protecting sensitive health, financial, and commercial data while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Anthony has led major cyber incident responses and helped align New Zealand’s privacy laws with global standards. He holds legal qualifications in Australia and New Zealand, is a Certified Information Privacy Professional in Europe.

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Stefanie Luhrs

Team Leader

First Response

Stefanie is a trusted leader in cyber incident response based in Brisbane, known for her considered and strategic approach to high-pressure incidents.

She brings clarity and control to crises, helping organisations regain stability, mitigate reputational harm and navigate complex regulatory challenges, including engagement with the OAIC, ASIC, and other government bodies.

Specialising in ransomware and business email compromise, she provides decisive guidance to minimise risk. She also advises on funds recovery and claims mitigation, assisting organisations in tracing misdirected funds. Having advised ASX-listed companies and SMEs, Stefanie is a recognised authority in cyber response and regulatory compliance.

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Jacky Li

Partner

Disputes + Investigations

Jacky is an experienced commercial litigator with a focus on privacy litigation, large loss multi-party recoveries and regulatory response.

As an integral member of the Atmos Disputes and Investigations team, Jacky is known for his pragmatic and calm approach. He provides clients with strategic counsel and unwavering support, ensuring they navigate complex situations with confidence and clarity.

Jacky has provided advice in respect of litigation and regulatory risks in some of Australia’s largest data breaches and has successfully assisted clients with recovering losses from misdirected funds, third party breaches (including multi-party data breaches), ransomware attacks in Australia and globally.

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Stuart Lloyd

Partner - Registered Foreign Lawyer (Admitted in England & Wales)

Disputes + Investigations

Stuart is an insurance and commercial disputes litigator, specialising in cyber and technology risks.

He helps clients resolve their most complex and highest-profile disputes across a range of matters, including the supply of technology products and services, data and privacy litigation, including class actions and representative complaints, and recovering losses arising out of a cyber incident from responsible third parties.

Stuart is appreciated by clients for delivering his forensic analysis of legal, factual, and strategic issues in a friendly and accessible manner, which focuses on commercial results and real-world outcomes.

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Georgia Schulberg

Partner

First Response

Georgia has extensive experience helping organisations respond to cyber incidents, data breaches, privacy matters, and third-party litigation. She is also well versed in assisting organisations with assessing and strengthening their cyber posture and incident response capabilities.

With a background in law, public relations, and crisis response, Georgia brings a unique, strategic perspective to high-pressure situations. Her clients appreciate her calm demeanour, proven project management skills, and pragmatic approach, that enable her to guide organisations through complex challenges with confidence and clarity.

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Claudia Dennison

Team Leader

First Response

Claudia is a leader in cyber incident response in Australia. She partners with all entities from ASX listed to SME, not-for-profits and government agencies at all levels to guide organisations through the life cycle of a cyber incident with a steady hand to minimise the fallout from legal, regulatory, reputational and commercial perspectives.

Claudia has a unique mix of experience at the crossover of cyber, data privacy, financial services, regulatory and litigation and is dual qualified in UK/Australia. Prior to joining Atmos, Claudia practised in global, top tier and national firms and also extensively as a Proceeds of Crime prosecutor in London. Claudia's particular focus is in complex privacy and financial services regulatory compliance.

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Andrew Brewer

Director

Head of Cyber Advisory 

Andrew is the Head of Cyber Advisory in the Readiness team and the Chief Information Security Officer at Atmos, where he also oversees internal IT support operations.

With over 15-years' experience in cyber security, business continuity, privacy, and risk management, he is widely regarded as a trusted authority in governance, risk, and compliance, including by some of the most prominent enterprises in the Asia-Pacific region.

The Cyber Advisory team is dedicated to enhancing clients' preparedness, response mechanisms, and recovery capabilities in the face of cyber incidents. In his capacity as vCISO and strategic advisor, Andrew develops comprehensive cyber security strategies, leads the implementation of ISMS programs, and strengthens both cyber and business resilience for his clients.

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Robert Edgar

Director - Head of Operational Excellence and Assurance

Robert Edgar is an accomplished operational excellence leader with over two decades of experience strengthening organisational performance across complex, high‑scale environments. He is known for his strategic clarity, intuitive leadership and ability to transform operations through human‑centred design, process improvement and data‑driven decision‑making.

A trusted partner to executives and Boards, Robert specialises in embedding scalable operating models, optimising service delivery and strengthening risk management. With a calm, considered approach, he helps organisations unlock capacity, uplift capability and achieve sustained performance through operational rigour and innovation.

Monique Black

Monique Black

Director - People and Culture

Monique began her career as a solicitor in Sydney before moving to London to specialise in legal recruitment, securing the best global talent for in-house legal teams within the financial services sector. She then transitioned in-house herself, building over a decade of experience in People & Culture functions across the legal, Big 4 consulting, and media sectors in the UK and Australia.

As a trusted advisor to leadership, Monique focuses on people strategy, culture, and organisational growth. At Atmos, she is passionate about employee career development and wellbeing, fostering a workplace where individuals thrive and ensuring our people are supported to bring their best to our clients and each other, every day.

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James Blakely

Director

Head of Government Relations

James is the Head of Government Relations at Atmos, leading efforts to strengthen ties with government agencies and manage large-scale cyber incidents.

Previously, he founded ID Support NSW, an NSW Government department dedicated to aiding victims of identity theft with innovative tools and resources.

James also contributed to the National Strategy for Identity Resilience, collaborating with various agencies to enhance identity security. His career is distinguished by his leadership in cybersecurity, data breach response, and public service innovation, earning him recognition and accolades in the field.

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Jasmine Wennan

Director

Technology & Business Intelligence

Jasmine is a seasoned project and change management professional, known for her trustworthy and knowledgeable approach.

With a considered and responsible mindset, Jasmine has successfully led numerous high-impact and transformative projects, including international expansions of business operations. Her intuitive and ambitious nature, combined with agile leadership, ensures that every initiative is executed with precision and foresight.

Her expertise lies in overseeing complex initiatives, driving organisational change, mitigating risks to ensure successful outcomes and always looking for innovative automation solutions to enhance efficiency and drive progress. Jasmine’s leadership and strategic vision contribute to growth, operational excellence, and business compliance.

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Alana Lathrope

Director

Professional Group Operations

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Tom Horn

Director

Crisis Communications

Tom specialises in helping organisations design and deliver strategic communications that build strong corporate profiles while protecting reputation during high-risk events. Tom's experience spans technology, financial services, retail, energy, healthcare, and media, working with organisations ranging from global brands to fast-growth startups.

Tom has supported clients including Bupa, Getty Images, Toyota, Capital One, and Panasonic Solar, helping them engage effectively with key audiences and stakeholders.

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Michelle Nisbet

Manager

Head of Partnerships and Client Care

With over 20 years of experience in the legal services sector, Michelle brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for excellence in developing and driving impactful business development strategies, nurturing client relationships, and driving results.

Michelle’s expertise lies in relationship development and client care, ensuring every interaction exceeds expectations.

Michelle leads our Partnerships and Client Care team with integrity, adaptability, and a client-first approach, consistently delivering on organisational goals while building long-lasting, meaningful connections with stakeholders and thrives on collaboration and innovation.

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Brenda McKenna

Chief Of Staff

Business Success

Brenda has 17 years of experience working in the legal industry, with seven years focused specifically in the cyber breach space.

Her experience brings with it a rich understanding of client needs during challenging times and a desire to provide a high level of administrative support to the client, assisting with getting back to business as usual promptly.

Brenda thrives on helping facilitate reliable communications between clients and the cyber team, ensuring the best possible client experience during stressful times.

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Hamish McMichael

Chief Financial Officer

Operations

Hamish is a senior finance executive and trusted advisor with extensive experience as a CFO, Finance Director, and Financial Controller across professional services, insurance, mobility, sustainability consulting, and high-growth organisations.

He brings deep expertise in strategic finance leadership, mergers and acquisitions, governance, risk management, commercial decision-making, and digital transformation. Hamish is known for providing clear, pragmatic guidance to executive leadership teams, enabling informed business decisions and sustainable growth.

He has a strong track record of building scalable finance functions and driving operational excellence through innovative approaches to systems, reporting, and process improvement. His leadership consistently delivers measurable business value.

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Philip Heuzenroeder

Managing Director

Operations

Philip is the Managing Director of Atmos, responsible for leading the firm’s strategy, growth and commercial performance.

He brings more than 30 years’ experience across professional services, corporate, commercial and university sectors, combining legal, governance and executive leadership expertise. Philip played a central role in listing and the growth of an Australian professional services business into a global group through strategic acquisitions and expansion across Australia, New Zealand, Canada, China, Hong Kong PRC, Singapore, Thailand and The Philippines.

Philip has extensive experience in corporate strategy, mergers and acquisitions, governance, risk and organisational leadership. He is passionate about helping businesses unlock growth, manage complexity and create long-term value.

Senior Team Members

Our senior team members are the backbone of Atmos and are emerging leaders in our industry. We are proud of everything they do to support the Atmos mission.

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Samantha Beattie

Manager

Cyber Advisory

Samantha specialises in tabletop exercises and cyber incident simulations. Working closely with Boards, executives, and incident response teams, she helps organisations strengthen their cyber resilience and develop the capability to navigate complex incidents with confidence.

With a background in incident response management, Samantha has guided organisations of all sizes—from SMEs to ASX-listed companies—through every stage of a cyber incident. She helps organisations navigate cyber risks by providing clear, practical advice grounded in real-world incident response experience.

A qualified lawyer, she also provides expert guidance to directors on their duties and advises organisations on complex privacy and regulatory matters, including navigating data extortion and ransom demands.

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Christian Hofman

Senior Associate

First Response

As a Senior Associate in the First Response team, Christian has a wealth of experience helping organisations recover from cybercrime, including ransomware, data breaches and funds misdirection, specialising in regulated entities.

Leveraging his extensive background in risk management, Christian is known for his resourceful and solutions focused approach, finding optimal pathways forward for clients while ensuring they limit potential exposure and risk.

A trusted advisor to some of Australia's most prominent organisations, Christian is well-regarded for his calm and professional demeanour, helping clients to weather the even the most fierce cyber incident storm.

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Soren Kristophersen

Special Counsel

First Response

Soren has extensive experience leading complex cyber incident response matters, with a particular focus on ransomware attacks.

He provides expert guidance on the privacy aspects of cyber incidents, including navigating regulatory obligations and notification requirements, including managing large-scale individual notification campaigns.

Recognised for his calm and composed demeanour in high-pressure situations, Soren is highly valued for tailoring response strategies to align with clients’ needs, commercial realities, and stakeholder obligations. His thoughtful and pragmatic approach ensures a seamless and effective resolution of even the most challenging incidents.

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Emily Wood

Senior Associate

First Response

Emily has extensive experience supporting clients in responding to cybersecurity and privacy-related matters, including incident response management, legal obligation guidance, and regulatory engagement advice.

As a trusted advisor to clients across various industries, from SMEs to multinational corporations, Emily is known for her pragmatic approach to navigating complex incidents. She is passionate about providing the best possible support to her clients and ensuring they recover from incidents as swiftly as possible.

Recognised by Lawyers Weekly as a 30 Under 30 lawyer, Emily is currently pursuing a Master's in Cyber Security to further enhance her technical knowledge.

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Krystal Fung

Senior Associate

First Response

Krystal brings extensive in-house experience in privacy and information law, developed through senior roles in the federal government. A Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM), her advice is grounded in a strong understanding of privacy governance and risk management with practical expertise in incident response.

Her deep advisory background includes conducting privacy impact assessments for high-risk projects and advising on emerging technologies, AI, and regulatory frameworks. This enables her to quickly assess legal and technical risks in breaches involving sensitive data and advanced technologies – critical in today’s evolving cyber landscape.

Known for her considered and regulator-informed approach, Krystal delivers clear and calm guidance to help organisations manage legal, operational, and reputational risk during cyber incidents.

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Lewis Graham

Senior Associate

Atmos First Response

Lewis is a highly experienced cybersecurity lawyer and trusted adviser to organisations of all sizes. He is recognised for delivering clear, practical advice that helps clients navigate complex legal, regulatory, and policy challenges relating to cyber preparedness, incident response, and resilience.

Lewis brings a unique combination of top-tier private practice and government experience. Prior to joining Atmos, he served as a legal and policy adviser to Commonwealth Ministers for Home Affairs and Cyber Security, contributing to the development and implementation of Australia’s Cyber Security Act 2024 and the 2023–2030 Cyber Security Strategy.

His expertise enables clients to respond confidently in rapidly evolving environments.

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Katerina Poulakis

Senior Associate

First Response

Katerina is a trusted adviser to organisations navigating cyber, privacy and technology-related risk. Drawing on extensive previous experience as a litigator, government lawyer and in-house counsel, she combines technical legal expertise with a practical understanding of the operational and strategic challenges facing businesses today.

Her background gives her a unique perspective when managing cyber and regulatory matters for her clients, allowing her to identify potential dispute, enforcement and reputational risks at an early stage. Katerina is recognised for her collaborative approach, commercial acumen and ability to distil complex legal and technical issues into clear, actionable advice.

She advises clients through all stages of cyber incidents helping clients navigate high-pressure situations while remaining focused on achieving commercially sound outcomes with her client’s business objectives in mind.

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Milashni (Milli) Richardson

Senior Associate

Privacy Risk and Digital Law

Milli is a Senior Associate specialising in critical infrastructure, cyber security, privacy and information technology.

Milli has 9 years’ post-qualification experience in Australia, the United Kingdom and South Africa. Milli’s assists clients in understanding their risks and obligations in highly regulated tech industries, having advised government entities (including healthcare and utilities) and large corporations on the application of the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act, the Cyber Security Act and the Privacy Act. Milli also provides specialist tech services such as preparing and negotiating software-as-a-service agreements, end user license agreements, website terms of use, service level agreements and privacy policies.

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Elliott Evans

Manager

Readiness

Elliott is a Manager in the Readiness team.

He supports clients in managing cyber risk through a blend of strategic advisory and legal-adjacent services.

He brings a background in cyber security consulting from the Big Four, where he advised organisations across the financial services, energy, education, transport, manufacturing, telecommunications, and the broader New Zealand public sector.

His experience includes supporting C-suite, tactical, and operational stakeholders to drive and enhance organisational cyber security maturity and resilience, with a strategic focus on building incident readiness and ensuring a coordinated, effective response to cyber threats.

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Stephanie Rocher

Special Counsel

Disputes + Investigations

Stephanie is an experienced commercial litigator, specialising in cyber, intellectual property and technology disputes. Known for her calm, commercially grounded approach and ability to translate technical issues into clear legal strategy, Stephanie assists clients by focussing on outcomes that balance legal, operational and reputational considerations.

Having experience working on complex Royal Commission and Class Action defence matters means Stephanie has developed a recognised capability for leading high-pressure, multi-party and technically complex disputes, as well as sensitive matters involving regulators, government and commercial stakeholders.

Her strategic mindset, practical advice, and collaborative approach enable clients to navigate challenging situations with confidence and achieve successful outcomes.

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Daniel Lewis

Working Capital Manager

Operations

Daniel is a seasoned finance and working capital professional with more than 20 years of experience across legal, technology, infrastructure, and corporate sectors. He has a proven track record of leading high-performing teams, managing complex stakeholder relationships, and driving improvements in cash flow, collections, and financial performance. Having overseen high-value ledgers and supported multinational operations across the Asia-Pacific region, Daniel is recognised for his strong leadership, people management, and relationship-building skills. He combines commercial acumen with a collaborative approach, partnering effectively with senior leaders, clients, and teams to deliver sustainable business outcomes and operational excellence.

Team Members

Our broader team members support the entire firm, and we are proud of everything they do to support the Atmos mission.

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Will Stenmark

Senior Consultant

Cyber Advisory

Will's expertise lies in supporting his clients to develop, test and advance organisational cyber resilience. He has a proven track record as a trusted advisor to Executives and Boards, especially in relation to effective decision making in a cyber crisis.

Will leverages his extensive experience managing large-scale cyber incidents and supporting clients through the recovery process which feeds directly into his tailored approach to proactive client service.

He holds a diverse portfolio of clients, including ASX-listed multinationals, government agencies, and global conglomerates, whom he works closely with to mitigate risks associated with privacy breaches and cyber threats.

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Andre Shehata

Associate

First Response

Andre guides clients through the cyber and privacy law landscape, particularly in incident response. He’s worked with a variety of clients, from small businesses to large organisations, helping them navigate and recover from cyber incidents.

With hands-on experience across numerous breaches, Andre provides practical advice that helps minimise reputational and financial risks.

Known for his calm demeanour in high-pressure situations, he tailors each approach to meet the unique needs of his clients. Andre is committed to helping organisations bounce back quickly and effectively, ensuring minimal disruption and long-term protection.

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Anna Koleth

Associate

Regulatory - Response + Recovery

Anna has extensive experience as a trusted partner to boards and executives regarding legal and regulatory obligations related to cyber, privacy, AI and digital risk across the small business, mid-market and enterprise segments.

With a 15+ year global executive career within the financial and technology sectors, Anna is deeply attuned to the interaction between commercial strategy, law and reputation management. Her data governance expertise has been relied upon as an advisory board member serving the marketing technology industry.

As a qualified lawyer, Anna provides expert advice to organisations with respect to navigating the complex digital landscape to ensure readiness and resilience.

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Casey Duong

Associate

First Response

Casey brings a strong legal foundation, gained through experience in insurance law and as a Judge's Associate, where expertise was developed in complex litigation, evidence analysis, and regulatory frameworks.

With additional experience across privacy, data, and cyber risk matters, Casey combines legal insight with a practical, solutions-focused approach to help organisations respond to incidents, navigate regulatory obligations, and strengthen their overall security posture.

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Cilla Chu

Associate

First Response

Cilla has developed broad expertise in cybersecurity and privacy through her previous experience in a Big 4 consulting and legal firm. She specialises in privacy, cyber governance, risk and compliance, and incident response, leveraging both her legal and cyber knowledge to help clients respond effectively to incidents, address cyber challenges and mitigate security risks.

Known for her empathetic and collaborative approach, Cilla works with a diverse range of clients, from small businesses to large government agencies, to manage data breaches and navigate cyber incidents. She is passionate about working with clients overcome complex challenges and is committed to helping them respond and recover with confidence.

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Faye Vlachos

Associate

First Response

Faye brings a unique blend of legal acumen and communication expertise, drawing on her dual background in law and journalism. With experience in both legal practice and media, she is passionate about the intersection of law, communication, and public engagement.

Having worked across corporate, regulatory, and media environments, Faye helps clients navigate complex issues where legal compliance and strategic communication intersect. She leverages her cross-disciplinary experience to safeguard reputations, mitigate risk, and support clients in navigating complex or high-stakes challenges.

Her holistic approach ensures clients can address challenges thoughtfully while maintaining credibility and trust with key stakeholders.

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Gavin Cruess Callaghan

Associate

Disputes + Investigations

Gavin has wide-ranging contentious and advisory experience in the areas of privacy, data protection, content regulation, intellectual property and law enforcement issues. He is keenly interested in the evolving and increasingly complex technology regulation landscape.

Gavin enjoys working collaboratively with clients to protect their interests and achieve positive outcomes in litigation and alternative dispute resolution. He has notable experience in high-stakes mediations, arbitrations and informal settlement processes.

Prior to working in Atmos, Gavin trained and qualified in a large corporate law firm in Dublin where he advised the world’s leading technology companies that operate their European headquarters from Ireland.

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John Lee

Associate

First Response

John has a proven track record in managing data breaches for SMEs to large multinational clients, delivering a practical, solution-focused approach.

He provides strategic, actionable advice to balance client priorities and deliver optimal outcomes. John has strong expertise in navigating and ensuring compliance amid complex ransomware incidents.

John is known for his strategic mindset, empathetic approach, and commitment to clients’ commercial interests. Leveraging his experience across industries including healthcare, public sector, professional services, transport and logistics, and media and telecommunications, he excels at simplifying complex issues and providing a tailored approach for each incident.

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Lauren Wallace

Associate

Disputes + Investigations

Lauren is an experienced litigator with a strong background in managing complex legal disputes, including commercial, insurance and technology-related matters arising from cyber incidents and privacy breaches.

Having worked with a range of clients, from small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to large multi-national corporations, Lauren recognises that each client has unique needs and is dedicated to delivering tailored, strategic legal solutions that address the specific challenges and objectives of each matter.

She assists in assessing recovery prospects from responsible third parties and defending against claims brought against clients in the wake of incidents.

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Oliver Silverton

Associate

First Response

Oliver is an Associate in the First Response Team, with interdisciplinary experience across the legal, intelligence and security industries.

Prior to joining Atmos, Oliver worked at a large, international law firm and previously for the government and private advisory in counterterrorism. As a trusted advisor, Oliver leverages his expertise in threat intelligence alongside legal practice to assist clients in navigating complex issues and mitigating risk.

His innovative approach from experience across the public, private and non-profit sectors equips him with a unique, industry relevant perspective.

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Raffie Darroch

Associate

First Response

Raffie has experience advising on technology transactions and complex commercial arrangements, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, outsourcing, IT procurement and IP-driven agreements. He also advises on privacy and data protection matters and assists organisations in managing cyber security and privacy incidents. Raffie applies his background and interest in technology-related law, including emerging issues in AI regulation, to help clients navigate evolving regulatory, commercial and risk issues in the cyber and data landscape.

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Sam Watkins

Graduate

First Response

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Thomas Hanaee

Associate

First Response

With extensive experience in the Australian information regulation space, Tom has a strong understanding of the legal frameworks that govern data protection and privacy in Australia.

Having started his career at the OAIC and progressing across a variety of public sector organisations, Tom brings unique and valuable insight to navigating the complexities of regulatory frameworks and confidently leads clients through interactions with state and federal entities.

Tom is also deeply interested in the emerging risks in the cybersecurity landscape. With an academic background in legal futures and technology, he is adept at identifying key issues relevant to cybersecurity and privacy risk mitigation.

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Will Brownlee

Associate

First Response

Will advises clients on complex cyber incidents where sensitive data, emerging technology and regulatory risk converge. He has been directly involved in ransomware incidents, dark web data publication and urgent takedown efforts involving AI and digital platforms, often requiring rapid, defensible decision‑making under pressure. He has a strong interest in AI‑driven risk and platform misuse and is trusted for his calm judgement, discretion and decisive, solutions‑focused approach.

Before joining Atmos, Will qualified as a lawyer in Manchester before relocating to Australia and working in a leading TMT practice, bringing a practical understanding of modern technology ecosystems.

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William Parker

Associate

First Response

Will is a cyber incident response lawyer with a strong foundation in both law and cybersecurity, uniquely positioning him to guide clients through complex and high-stakes digital crises.

He has advised on ransomware attacks, data breaches, and regulatory investigations, offering calm, strategic guidance under pressure. With hands-on experience in critical infrastructure and privacy legislation, Will blends legal precision with technical fluency to deliver tailored, actionable advice.

He is known for his intuitive and assured approach, helping clients manage risk and engage effectively with regulators. Will is a trusted partner to organisations across government, energy, healthcare, finance, and technology sectors, consistently delivering results that support long-term resilience.

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Yik Yuen (Steven) Chong

Associate

Privacy Risk and Digital Law

Steven assists clients in navigating regulatory requirements and implementing practical solutions that reflect the evolving privacy and cyber landscape and enhance their privacy management and data governance. He also has experience advising clients in the financial and technology sectors on the application of the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act and assisting the review and negotiation of outsourcing agreements, service level agreements and website terms of use.

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Zoe Fried

Associate

First Response

Zoe has extensive experience advising organisations on the legal and regulatory complexities of cybersecurity incidents, from small businesses facing business email compromises to large organisations responding to sophisticated ransomware attacks.

She works closely with forensic investigators, threat actor negotiators, and insurers to guide clients through breach response, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation.

Known for her friendly and approachable nature, Zoe builds strong relationships with clients, ensuring they feel supported in high-pressure situations. She has a talent for distilling complex legal and technical issues into clear, actionable advice, helping businesses minimise reputational and operational impact.

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Mathew Harty

Associate

First Response

Mathew is a cyber incident response lawyer with a strong foundation in law and cybersecurity, uniquely positioning him to guide clients through cyber incidents of all sizes.

He has extensive experience managing cyber security breaches, supporting organisations ranging from SMEs to large multinational businesses. Known for his collaborative and pragmatic approach, Mathew provides clear, actionable advice to help clients navigate complex incidents and meet their legal and regulatory obligations.

With a strong background in insurance law and the insurance sector, he understands the priorities of insurers and brokers, assisting clients with insurer engagement, cost recovery processes, and achieving effective, commercially focused outcomes.

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James Hume

Graduate

First Response

With a background in dispute resolution, product management, and technology-enabled compliance, James brings a steady, analytical approach to the management of cyber incidents. He has worked with organisations in Australia and the UK, helping them navigate complex regulatory and operational environments with confidence.

James is valued for his calm, collaborative style and his ability to translate technical and legal risk into practical, outcome-focused advice. Drawing on experience in high-stakes commercial and regulatory contexts, he supports clients in responding to cyber and privacy incidents with composure and clarity, balancing compliance, reputation, and business continuity.

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Megan Carter

Senior Paralegal

First Response

Megan is a senior paralegal well-versed in supporting complex and sensitive litigation across multiple jurisdictions, including matters involving international and regulatory considerations.

Her work is grounded in sound judgement, and a strong understanding of process and coordination, bringing a practical approach to high-pressure and time-critical environments.

Megan is valued for her ability to manage detail while maintaining perspective and competing pressures, helping matters progress efficiently. Recognised as a finalist for Legal Support Professional of the Year at the Australian Law Awards in 2024 and 2025, she approaches her role with professionalism, discretion and a consistent focus on client experience.

Daphne Doumanis

Daphne Doumanis

Graduate

First Response

Daphne is an experienced paralegal in her final year of study with a distinguished career supporting complex litigation and regulatory matters across both private and public sectors. Her expertise encompasses civil litigation, intensive transactional matters and regulatory investigations to which she brings a meticulous attention to detail and a dedicated ability to navigate intricate legal issues make her an invaluable member of any team she assists.

In her professional experience, Daphne has developed a reputation for being an enthusiastic and diligent paralegal, adapting seamlessly to the specific needs of the legal operatives and teams she is a part of. Her approachability and commitment to excellence contributes to successful and efficient outcomes in ever matter she supports.

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Lucca Taylor

Paralegal

Disputes and Investigations

Lucca is a dedicated and resourceful paralegal in her penultimate year of study, completing a Bachelor of Laws and Arts.

As an experienced paralegal, she delivers reliable support across complex disputes and investigations, combining analytical precision with creative insight to address legal matters with confidence.

In her professional experience, Lucca has developed a reputation for her enthusiasm, approachability, and commitment to excellence. Her problem-solving skillset and interdisciplinary knowledge allows her to seamlessly support any legal team or client need with success and efficiency.

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Sebastian Skontos

Paralegal

Response + Recovery

Sebastian is a Software Engineering (Hons) graduate from the University of Sydney and is in his penultimate year of study completing a Bachelor of Laws. As an experienced paralegal, he has supported complex construction litigation and high-volume matters, applying precision and adaptability to navigate intricate legal and factual issues. Drawing on his unique technical background in AI-driven technologies, cloud computing, and cybersecurity, Sebastian brings a structured and analytical approach to legal problem-solving. He is known for his attention to detail and contributes efficient, dependable support across the matters he assists.

Christine Pe Benito

Christine Pe Benito

Consultant

Cyber Advisory

With a foundation in law and professional services, Christine brings a sharp analytical lens and a calm, considered approach to cyber advisory. Her experience spans government, private practice, and in-house roles.

This breadth of experience has given Christine a strong grasp of regulatory complexity and stakeholder dynamics. She understands how legal frameworks intersect with operational realities.

Christine draws on this diverse background to deliver clear, confident guidance in a fast-evolving threat landscape. Her adaptability and curiosity fuel her transition into cyber advisory, where she combines legal insight with emerging risk awareness to support clients with clarity, assurance, and a forward-thinking mindset.

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Tunde Ogunyale

Junior Consultant

Cyber Advisory

Tunde is a valued member of the Atmos Readiness team within Cyber Advisory. He brings expertise in law, dispute resolution, and cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) advisory.

In his role as a Junior Consultant, Tunde supports clients by providing practical advice and strategic guidance that strengthen cyber preparedness, incident response, and recovery capabilities, helping organisations build greater resilience to cyber threats.

Beyond his professional responsibilities, Tunde actively volunteers in community initiatives focused on peacebuilding, dispute resolution, and cybersecurity awareness. His dedication to service reflects a strong commitment to creating positive impact both within the workplace and across the broader community.

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Mohammed Abuwala

Consultant

Atmos Threat Intelligence

Mohammed has extensive experience in Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI), Open Source Intelligence (OSINT), threat hunting, third party risk monitoring, data visualisation, and integrations.

He leads the integration and management of specialist technologies which are used for collecting and disseminating actionable intelligence regarding potential threats to our clients, their wider industry, and the region in which they operate.

During a data breach, he also advises clients on Threat Actor activity, tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs), and has tracked many high-profile Threat Actor campaigns targeting Australia and New Zealand.

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Nikita Burn

Consultant

Atmos Solutions

Nikita brings strong experience across legal administration, operational support, and vendor relationship management.

With a background supporting senior leaders, coordinating complex workflows, and maintaining high‑performing partnerships, she is known for her reliability, professionalism, and proactive approach.

She combines excellent organisational skills with a calm, solutions‑focused mindset, helping ensure smooth operations and positive outcomes. Nikita leverages operational insight, stakeholder management expertise and a sharp eye for process improvement to help navigate complexity and achieve measurable results.

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Kajal Buhaigiar

Associate

Digital + Privacy Law

Kajal is an Associate in the Digital and Privacy Law team at Atmos Group, specialising in privacy, cyber security, critical infrastructure and technology law.

Kajal supports clients in navigating regulatory obligations across highly regulated industries, advising on frameworks such as CPS 230, the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act and the Privacy Act. Drawing on experience as both a technology consultant and lawyer, she helps organisations understand and manage legal and operational risk in evolving digital environments. Kajal also advises on and negotiates a range of technology contracts, including outsourcing agreements, service level agreements and other commercial IT arrangements

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Monika Tracy

Legal Executive

Atmos Solutions

With over 15 years of experience in the legal industry, Monika Tracy has built a reputation as a trusted and highly skilled Legal Executive in Auckland. Her career spans work with some of the city’s largest corporations, where she developed expertise in managing complex legal matters, ensuring compliance, and delivering exceptional client service.

Monika’s professional journey reflects her commitment to precision, efficiency, and innovation. She has a strong interest in developing new systems and leveraging AI technologies to transform traditional legal processes. Her forward-thinking approach aims to create smarter, more streamlined workflows that enhance both client experience and operational effectiveness.

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Andy Nagy

Associate

Privacy + Data Protection

Andy is an Associate in the Atmos Disputes and Investigations team. He works with clients on privacy, cybersecurity and technology matters, including regulatory investigations, cyber incidents, privacy disputes and litigation.

Before joining Atmos, Andy worked at leading Canadian law firms, where he advised multinational and domestic organisations across a range of sectors, including financial services, telecommunications, retail and technology.

Andy has experience assisting clients with privacy compliance, complex regulatory investigations and emerging technology issues, including artificial intelligence, biometric and ad tech. Drawing on his international experience, Andy helps clients navigate legal and regulatory risk in complex and evolving environments.

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Georgia Alvaro

Specialist

Operations

Georgia brings a strong foundation in administrative support and office management, thriving in fast‑paced environments where collaboration and efficiency are essential.

Known for her reliability and approachable nature, she enjoys working closely with teams across the organisation to ensure day‑to‑day operations run seamlessly.

At Atmos, Georgia plays a key role in supporting team members by streamlining workflows and managing everything from scheduling to logistics with care, accuracy, and attention to detail.

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Alexandra Cheeseman

Specialist

Marketing + Business Development

Alexandra has worked in marketing for the past five years across the UK and Australia, with experience spanning environmental consulting, financial technology, not-for-profit organisations and FMCG. She specialises in marketing operations, CRM management and automation, helping businesses connect marketing, sales and systems to drive growth.

Known for being practical, collaborative and detail-oriented, Ally enjoys simplifying complex processes and creating efficient, scalable solutions. At Atmos Group, she focuses on CRM management, connecting the sales, marketing and onboarding teams to support a seamless client experience and effective business development

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Maggie Issa

Co-ordinator, Marketing & Client Experience

Marketing + Business Development

Maggie Issa is the Marketing & Client Experience Coordinator at Atmos Australia and New Zealand, where she supports the planning and execution of marketing, digital, and business development initiatives. With a strong foundation in marketing and advertising communications, Maggie combines strategic thinking with a client-first approach to create engaging experiences and meaningful relationships. Her background spans marketing, public relations, customer service, and brand-focused roles across a range of industries, giving her a well-rounded understanding of both client engagement and brand growth

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Vincent Fraola

Product Owner

Operations

Vincent is a dedicated Project Officer known for his thoughtful and strategic approach to delivering impactful outcomes.

With a strong focus on collaboration, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement, Vincent supports complex initiatives with precision and care, ensuring alignment with organisational goals. He brings a forward-thinking mindset to every challenge, consistently seeking innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and drive meaningful progress.

Vincent’s adaptability and commitment to excellence, makes him a trusted contributor to successful project delivery.

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Kayla Hamiora

Management Assistant

Operations

Kayla is an experienced Executive Assistant with a background spanning the legal, property, and corporate sectors. She specialises in providing seamless executive support through effective coordination, clear communication, and efficient day-to-day management.

With expertise in both executive support and legal administration, Kayla is skilled at managing competing priorities, maintaining strong stakeholder relationships, and ensuring smooth business operations. She is known for her proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach, enabling leaders and teams to operate effectively and achieve their objectives.

Kayla’s professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence make her a trusted and valued member of any organisation.

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Martyn Embrey

Specialist - Place + Engagement

Operations

Martyn is a seasoned workplace and operations leader with more than 20 years’ experience managing offices, facilities, and employee engagement across multi‑site environments.

He has successfully led complex commercial renovations, relocations, and space optimisation projects, delivering safe, compliant, and high‑quality workplace experiences. His expertise spans vendor management, sustainability initiatives, and operational resilience, with a strong focus on business continuity.

Building on this solid operational foundation, Martyn takes a people‑centred approach to creating adaptable environments that support resilience, performance, and change.

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Ada Dinh

People & Culture Advisor

Talent & People

Ada is a People and Culture Advisor with experience across the employee lifecycle, organisational development, and business transformation.She brings a people-centred approach to recruitment, onboarding, performance management, remuneration, and employee engagement initiatives.

As a trusted advisor, Ada partners with leaders and stakeholders to deliver practical, data-informed solutions that strengthen workplace culture and support effective workforce decisions. Her experience across professional services, banking, and healthcare equips her to navigate complex people matters with confidence and care.

Ada is recognised for her collaborative style, strategic thinking, and commitment to delivering innovative, efficient, and high-quality outcomes that support organisational success and growth.

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Daniel Kavan

Associate Director

Digital Products

Daniel Kavan has a legal background and extensive experience in the legal technology space. Having worked across law firms, alternative legal service providers and legal software developers, he brings a well-rounded perspective to complex data challenges. Daniel specialises in connecting legal teams and their objectives with the right technical solutions, translating complexity into clear, practical outcomes. Known for his calm, steady leadership and assured approach, he supports the delivery of the Atmos Digital Products suite, helping organisations adopt solutions that are both efficient and cost effective.

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Kalpana Jaiswal

Business Performance & Working Capital Specialist

Operations

Kalpana is Business Performance and Working Capital specialist with extensive experience driving financial performance, operational efficiency, and commercial outcomes within professional service organisations.

She brings deep expertise in working capital management, financial reporting, cash flow optimisation, commercial analysis, and process improvement. Known for her collaborative approach, Kalpana partners with leaders and stakeholders to solve complex business challenges and deliver practical, data-driven solutions.

She has a strong track record of improving working capital performance, enhancing financial visibility and implementing process improvements that support be er decision-making and stronger business outcomes.

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Dianne Duncan

Manager. Talent + Integration

Operations

Dianne Duncan is the Manager, Talent & Integration at Atmos, partnering closely with leaders across the business to shape and deliver the firm's talent strategy. She plays a key role in attracting, engaging and integrating exceptional professionals across legal, cyber and digital risk advisory, helping build high performing teams that support Atmos’ continued growth.

With more than 15 years of experience in professional services talent, Dianne is known for her relationship driven approach and her ability to connect outstanding people with meaningful career opportunities. Passionate about creating a collaborative and inclusive culture, she is committed to fostering an environment where individuals can thrive and bring their best to clients and colleagues alike.

Dianne’s focus on talent excellence and seamless integration helps ensure Atmos continues to attract the diverse expertise needed to deliver innovative, multidisciplinary solutions for clients across Australia, New Zealand and internationally.

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Karen Young

Management Assistant

Operations

Karen Young brings over 25 years of experience in high-level administrative support roles across legal, private equity and mining sectors. She is recognised for her calm, considered approach and ability to deliver proactive, meticulous support that enables leaders to remain focused and organised. Highly adaptable and detail-oriented, Karen combines strong organisational capability with a proven aptitude for anticipating requirements and managing competing priorities. With a positive, professional manner and a collaborative working style, she is a valued member of the team and is equally effective working autonomously to deliver consistent, reliable outcomes in fast-paced environments.

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Emma Wilkinson

Lead Product Manager

Operations

Emma is Lead Product Manager at Atmos, responsible for shaping the product roadmap and pipeline across the company's SaaS platforms while leading a team of product owners. With more than 18 years' experience across agency and client-side environments, she has delivered digital products for B2B, B2C and direct-to-consumer organisations in Australia and internationally. Combining technical, creative and commercial expertise, Emma excels at building strong stakeholder relationships, aligning product strategy with business priorities, and translating complex requirements into practical solutions. She is passionate about creating products that meet organisational goals while supporting the needs of frontline users.