Keypoint Law has appointed Denise Wightman as a Consulting Principal, strengthening the firm’s corporate, commercial and property finance capabilities in Melbourne.
Denise joins Keypoint from Kalus Kenny Intelex, where she was a Partner and led the firm’s cross‑disciplinary property finance team. She brings more than 20 years’ experience advising Australian and international clients on complex corporate, commercial and property finance matters.
An Accredited Specialist in Commercial Law with the Law Institute of Victoria, Denise advises across joint venture and shareholder arrangements, business sales and acquisitions, corporate restructures and general commercial contracts. She is highly regarded for her expertise in property finance and investment, including structuring debt and equity transactions for developers, non‑bank lenders and high‑net‑worth clients.
Keypoint Law CEO Warren Kalinko said Denise’s appointment reflects the firm’s continued focus on senior, specialist talent.
“Denise is a highly respected commercial lawyer with deep technical expertise and strong market credibility, particularly in property and property finance,” Mr Kalinko said. “Her appointment further strengthens Keypoint’s full-service offering for clients.”
In addition to her practice, Denise is a recognised thought leader and author of the Australian chapters of several leading global reference guides, including Lexology Panoramic’s Acquisition Finance guide and the Lexology GTDT Corporate Governance guide.
Denise’s appointment continues Keypoint Law’s strategic growth across its national platform.
Speaking about her appointment, Denise stated:
“I am delighted to join the team at Keypoint Law. I am looking forward to growing its banking and finance capabilities and to working in such an innovative and client centric environment.”