Doyle’s Guide 2026: Ric Birkett Ranked Preeminent Health & Aged Care Lawyer in Victoria

Aitken Partners is proud to announce that Principal Lawyer Ric Birkett has been recognised in the Doyle’s Guide 2026 as a Preeminent Health & Aged Care Lawyer in Victoria, the highest individual ranking awarded in this category.

The 2026 Doyle’s Guide listing recognises lawyers who demonstrate exceptional capability in commercial, transactional and regulatory matters across the Health & Aged Care sector.

Ric Birkett's Areas of Expertise in Health & Aged Care Law

Ric’s work in the Health & Aged Care sector includes advising on mergers and acquisitions of aged care facilities, compliance with State and Commonwealth regulatory requirements, residential and client agreements and the construction and development of aged care facilities and retirement villages. He also assists providers with management, contractor, service and supply agreements, as well as operational and governance frameworks for organisations operating within government funding structures.

Beyond the sector, Ric advises on major business sales and acquisitions, corporate structuring, shareholder arrangements and procurement matters. His experience includes significant retail and professional services transactions, complex shareholder disputes, retail leasing issues and supporting Australian technology companies with international operations.

This acknowledgement highlights Aitken Partners’ depth of expertise in the Health & Aged Care sector and our continued focus on providing practical, effective legal solutions for our clients.

Contact Ric Birkett and the Aitken Partners Team

If you would like to discuss how Ric Birkett or our Health & Aged Care team can support you please contact us on (03) 8600 6000.

FAQ

How is a Preeminent ranking awarded by Doyle's Guide?

Doyle's Guide gathers feedback from peers and clients across the legal industry. A Preeminent ranking is the top tier and reflects consistent recognition across multiple survey cycles.

What does Ric Birkett advise on in Health & Aged Care Law?

Ric advises aged care and retirement living operators on acquisitions, compliance with State and Commonwealth regulations, residential agreements, construction matters, and governance frameworks for government-funded organisations.

How do I contact Ric Birkett at Aitken Partners?

Call (03) 8600 6000 or visit aitken.com.au/our-people/ric-birkett to submit an enquiry directly