Hunter Houlahan
Paralegal
Agribusiness + Rural Property
Hunter grew up on a rural property south of Goondiwindi and, after completing his studies in Brisbane, has returned to the district to commence his legal career. He holds a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and a Bachelor of Business (Finance), and is currently undertaking postgraduate studies.
Having been raised in a rural community, Hunter brings a practical understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by farming and grazing clients, enabling him to provide advice that is both commercially focused and grounded in local experience.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws (Hons)
Bachelor of Business (Finance)
Sixty Seconds with Hunter Houlahan
How long have you worked at Fox and Thomas and what does your job entail?
I joined Fox and Thomas in February 2026. Supporting the rural property team across rural NSW and QLD property matters.
If you weren’t at Fox and Thomas, what would you be doing?
Working on the family farm in North West NSW.
What’s the best advice you could give your clients?
Disclose all related facts to your lawyer to enable us to provide comprehensive advice.
What are the downfalls of being a paralegal?
Spending all your time indoors.
What brings you the most joy in your job?
The ability to learn something new each day.
If you could invite three people for dinner, dead or alive who would they be and why?
Sidney Kidman because he would have some fascinating tales and experiences, Anthony Bourdain for obvious reasons and Chris Williamson as he would ensure no stone is left unturned.
What is something that people might not know about you?
I am one of four boys.