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Terry McBride

Principal

Commercial Litigation

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Terry McBride

Principal

Area of Law:

Commercial Litigation

Terry McBride established McBride Legal in 2013, driven by a passion for providing top-tier legal expertise and personalised client service. Terry brings a wealth of experience to McBride Legal. Graduating in 1986 Terry began articles at what was then Feez Ruthning (now Allens) before moving to Mallesons and partnership at Clarke & & Kann in 1992 . Subequently , he had an 11-year period as a litigation partner at Freehills, where he built a reputation for success in complex legal matters almost exclusively in the Higher Courts. Outside of work, Terry is passionate about golf, cycling, and travel—always on the lookout for his next adventure on or off the course.
Joshua Robson

Principal

Commercial Litigation, Commercial Law, and Insolvency

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Joshua Robson

Principal

Area of Law:

Commercial Litigation, Commercial Law, and Insolvency

Since commencing in the legal profession in 2010, Joshua has acted predominantly in the areas of commercial law, commercial litigation, and insolvency. Joshua has acted for individuals and companies in a number of industries including retail, industrial, transport, construction, and property, with experience in both State and Federal Courts in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.
Michael Byrom

Consultant

Property

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Michael Byrom

Consultant

Area of Law:

Property

Following completion of arts and law degrees at the University of Queensland and commencing practice as a Queensland solicitor in 1982, Michael has assisted in closing thousands of transactions in the areas of commercial, property and body corporate law. Michael is a consultant at McBride Legal where he provides a depth of expertise in contract negotiation, corporate governance, commercial real estate, body corporate law, property dispute resolution, real estate development and planning law. In addition to being recognised in the Best Lawyers list in 2021 and 2022, Michael is a part time lecturer for the College of Law and a director of not-for-organisations – The Chain Reaction Foundation and Southern Cross Soloists Ltd.
Chris McKelvey

Consultant

Property, Business and Succession

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Chris McKelvey

Consultant

Area of Law:

Property, Business and Succession

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Laura Bull

Special counsel

Commercial Litigation

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Laura Bull

Special counsel

Area of Law:

Commercial Litigation

Year of Admission: 2014 University and Qualifications

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Queensland University of Technology

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from College of Law

Laura’s approach to working with clients is characterised by her dedication to identifying key legal and commercial issues early in the process. By doing so, she ensures that her advice is not only legally sound but also strategically aligned with her clients’ objectives. Laura takes pride in providing cogent advice while simultaneously exploring a range of practical outcomes, empowering her clients to make informed decisions that serve their best interests.
Jordan Waldock

Special Counsel

Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution

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Jordan Waldock

Special Counsel

Area of Law:

Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Jack O’Callaghan

Senior associate

Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution

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Jack O’Callaghan

Senior associate

Area of Law:

Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Year of Admission: 2017 University and Qualifications

Bachelor of Laws QUT

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice – College of Law

Jack is a diligent and effective litigator, with experience conducting complex commercial litigation to resolve a wide range of disputes on behalf of his clients. Jack has acted on behalf of large private companies, government agencies, banks, liquidators, trustees, professional services firms and company directors. Jack provides his clients with strategic and commercial advice in respect of their disputes, and assists his clients to achieve positive outcomes, both through the court process and out of court.
Madison Potts

ASSOCIATE

Commercial & Corporate Advice

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Madison Potts

ASSOCIATE

Area of Law:

Commercial & Corporate Advice

Year of Admission: 2020 University and Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Law – Griffith University

Bachelor’s Degree in Government and International Relations – Griffith University

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice – College of Law

With a personal drive rooted in witnessing a close family member struggle with the intricacies of contracts and the legal system, Madison is dedicated to making the legal process accessible and comprehensible for clients. She takes pride in ensuring that clients fully understand and are comfortable with every aspect of the contracts they enter into. Madison combines professional expertise with a compassionate approach, striving to simplify the complexities of commercial law and provide clear, confident guidance every step of the way.
Kate Mitchell

Solicitor

Commercial Litigation

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Kate Mitchell

Solicitor

Area of Law:

Commercial Litigation

Year of Admission: 2024 University and Qualifications

Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from Griffith University

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from College of Law

Kate’s personal ethos is that the best results are achieved through diligence and creativity. With a background in civil litigation and public liability Kate understands the stress which can be caused by complex legal disputes. For this reason, Kate is passionate about working alongside her clients to create tailored advice that will clearly identify their legal and commercial risks while also providing practical solutions for achieving their goals.
Leyu Fentie

SENIOR MANAGING PARALEGAL

Commercial and Property

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Leyu Fentie

SENIOR MANAGING PARALEGAL

Area of Law:

Commercial and Property

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