
Meet Our Team
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Terry McBride
Principal
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Terry McBride
Principal
Area of Law:
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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. Subsequently, 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.
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Joshua Robson
Principal
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Commercial & Corporate Advice, Insolvency, Planning & Environment

Joshua Robson
Principal
Area of Law:
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Commercial & Corporate Advice, Insolvency, Planning & Environment
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.
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Laura Bull
Special counsel
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Insolvency

Laura Bull
Special counsel
Area of Law:
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Insolvency
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.
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Jack O’Callaghan
Special Counsel
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Insolvency, Body Corporate, Planning & Environment

Jack O’Callaghan
Special Counsel
Area of Law:
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Insolvency, Body Corporate, Planning & Environment
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.
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Michael Byrom
Consultant
Property, Body Corporate, Estate Planning & Administration

Michael Byrom
Consultant
Area of Law:
Property, Body Corporate, Estate Planning & Administration
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.
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Chris McKelvey
Consultant
Property, Commercial & Corporate Advice

Chris McKelvey
Consultant
Area of Law:
Property, Commercial & Corporate Advice
Profile information will be available soon.
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Chris Andary
Special Counsel
Commercial & Corporate Advice, Property

Chris Andary
Special Counsel
Area of Law:
Commercial & Corporate Advice, Property
Chris is a commercially minded property and corporate lawyer, with extensive experience advising clients on complex property and business transactions. Chris acts for property owners, developers, investors and private businesses across acquisitions and disposals, leasing, property development, corporate structuring, shareholder arrangements and commercial contracts. Chris takes a practical and solutions-focused approach, identifying key risks early while remaining focused on his clients’ broader commercial objectives. He provides clear and strategic advice throughout each stage of a transaction and works closely with clients and their advisers to achieve efficient and commercially sound outcomes.
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Madison Potts
ASSOCIATE
Commercial & Corporate Advice, Estate Planning & Administration

Madison Potts
ASSOCIATE
Area of Law:
Commercial & Corporate Advice, Estate Planning & Administration
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.
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Leyu Fentie
SENIOR MANAGING PARALEGAL
Property, Estate Planning & Administration

Leyu Fentie
SENIOR MANAGING PARALEGAL
Area of Law:
Property, Estate Planning & Administration
As our Senior Managing Paralegal, Leyu brings extensive experience across a range of areas of law, including estate planning, administration and litigation. She has particular expertise in property and commercial transactions, including residential and commercial acquisitions and disposals, off-the-plan projects, commercial leasing and property development. Leyu manages commercial and property transactions from commencement through to settlement for developers, property owners, investors and businesses, and supports our senior lawyers on estate matters, including for clients structuring their estate planning after acquiring property. She takes a practical, proactive and detail-focused approach, keeping matters progressing efficiently and giving clients a responsive, seamless experience.
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Vivian Lee
Graduate
Commercial, Property

Vivian Lee
Graduate
Area of Law:
Commercial, Property
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Lorelei Malancioiu
Paralegal
Property

Lorelei Malancioiu
Paralegal
Area of Law:
Property
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Raquel Dickman
Paralegal
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Raquel Dickman
Paralegal
Area of Law:
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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Annabelle Marton
Paralegal
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Annabelle Marton
Paralegal
Area of Law:
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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Chelsea Robertson
Law Clerk
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Chelsea Robertson
Law Clerk
Area of Law:
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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Alyssa Hodda
Law Clerk
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Alyssa Hodda
Law Clerk
Area of Law:
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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Isaac Goodfellow
Law Clerk
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Isaac Goodfellow
Law Clerk
Area of Law:
Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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Steve Portas
Chief Operating Officer

Steve Portas
Chief Operating Officer
Steve is responsible for overseeing the operations of the firm. He plays a leading role in optimising support systems, enabling lawyers to focus on legal service delivery and Principals to drive business growth
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Beth Hayman
Client & Corporate Services Manager

Beth Hayman
Client & Corporate Services Manager
Profile information will be available soon.
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Lisa Cains
OFFICE MANAGER

Lisa Cains
OFFICE MANAGER
Profile information will be available soon.
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Tersia Joubert
Senior Legal Administrator

Tersia Joubert
Senior Legal Administrator
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Erin Sporne
Legal Administrator

Erin Sporne
Legal Administrator
