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Macpherson Kelley is a Commercial law firm that thinks differently – our lawyers possess a rare combination of commercial insight, legal ingenuity, and genuine care. That’s why we treat each client’s business as if it’s our own, delivering intelligent recommendations they can act on.
Our connection to business runs deep: We’re commercial law experts who drill into the detail. Our lawyers work across a broad spectrum of practice areas, each offering specialised, industry-led expertise and a full suite of services.
We’re straight talkers: We tell it like it is so you can focus on what you do best. No surprises or hidden fees. Just good thinking paired with human insight.
Our people think differently: Good thinking can only be done by good people and great lawyers. That’s what sets our law firm apart. Mix in commercial acumen and legal ingenuity, and you’ve got a team of lawyers driven to deliver better business outcomes for their clients.
Practical legal advice. Exceptional service. Good thinking.
1905
the year we were born
300+
people
10,000
client matters solved yearly
4
offices
1905
the year we were born
300+
people
10,000
client matters solved yearly
4
offices
our story
When Jeffrey Macpherson started practicing in 1905, our journey began in the manufacturing heart of Melbourne’s south east. He would meet with clients at the bar of the Royal Hotel in Dandenong, being the sole lawyer of the firm until Charles Kelley joined as his junior partner.
Today we’re a full service commercial law firm with a national outlook and offices in Brisbane, Dandenong, Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide.
Macpherson Kelley became an incorporated legal practice on 18 February 2008 and since 2015 has operated as a fully integrated national firm under the guidance of a Board of Directors.
our awards
and rankings
Achieving successful legal outcomes for our clients is our goal. Recognition from international and Australian legal guides is the icing on the cake.
Achieving successful legal outcomes for our clients is our goal. Recognition from international and Australian legal guides is the icing on the cake.
2021
- IP Asia Awards – Australian Trademark Firm of the Year 2020
- World Trademark Review 1000 – Prosecution and Strategy – Bronze
- IP Stars – Trade mark prosecution – Notable firm
- Doyles Guide – Workplace Health & Safety – Queensland – Recommended
2020
- Chambers – Media- Band 1
- Doyles Guide – Workplace Health & Safety – Queensland – Recommended
- Doyles Guide – Intellectual Property – Queensland – Tier 3
- Doyles Guide – Technology, Media and Telecommunications – Queensland – Recommended
- Doyles Guide – Technology, Media and Telecommunications – Victoria – Recommended
- World Trademark Review 1000 – Prosecution and Strategy – Bronze
- IP Stars – Trade mark prosecution – Notable firm
2019
- World Trademark Review 1000 – Recommended
- IP Stars – Trade mark prosecution – Notable firm
- Media Law International – Tier 4
- Chambers – Media – Band 1
- The Legal 500 – Asia Pacific – Intellectual Property
- The Legal 500 – Asia Pacific – Labour and Employment law
- Doyles Guide – Intellectual Property – Queensland – Recommended
- Doyles Guide – Technology, Media & Telecommunications – Queensland – Recommended
- Doyles Guide – Workplace Health & Safety – Queensland – Recommended
macpherson kelley foundation
The Macpherson Kelley Foundation is our way of giving back to the community. We support a range of charities working with children, disadvantaged communities and animal welfare in Australia and overseas.
Since being established in 2016, our staff have embraced the Foundation’s vision and purpose by donating time and money and hosting fundraising events.
Through the Foundation we can also help clients achieve their own philanthropic goals by establishing a sub-fund within our framework.
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Last week, our Melbourne office welcomed colleagues from across our @pacificlegalnetwork (PLN) practice for a "Talanoa", a traditional Pacific concept centred on open, inclusive and participatory dialogue. 🌸
Team members heard from Special Counsel Dirk Heinz and Senior Associate Damian Kelly, who shared insights into PLN, the work we do across the region, and the services, capabilities and expertise we bring to clients.
Did you know PLN has been operating for 25 years and spans 21 jurisdictions? It remains the only legal brand of its kind working across more than one Pacific Island country. 🌍
Interested in learning more about PLN? Reach out to Damian Kelly or visit www.pln.com.au.
Intellectual Property Principal Lawyers Paul Kirton and Belinda Sigismundi recently attended the @intaglobal 148th Annual Meeting in London, joining more than 10,000 IP professionals, business leaders and policymakers from over 100 jurisdictions.
The conference brought together global perspectives on the future of intellectual property and intangible assets, with discussions spanning AI, brand protection, cross‑border innovation and the commercialisation of IP. As the INTA’s largest annual meeting, it provided a valuable forum for thought leadership, collaboration and knowledge‑sharing across jurisdictions.
Belinda and Paul will return with practical insights to help our clients navigate complex brand protection and IP strategies in Australia and internationally.
#IntellectualProperty #INTA #GoodThinking
Last week, several of our Victorian lawyers attended the 2026 Women in Insolvency and Restructuring Victoria (WIRV) Mixer, an engaging evening that brought together industry peers for meaningful networking and discussions.
As a proud Silver Member, we value the opportunity to support initiatives that foster collaboration and strengthen relationships across the insolvency and restructuring community.
A big thank you to @wirv for hosting a highly enjoyable event and we look forward to attending more events in the future!
#WIRV #Insolvency #Restructuring
We’re proud to celebrate our 2025 cohort of graduate lawyers, who have recently been admitted to the legal profession and are beginning their careers as practising lawyers across Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales! 👏
Congratulations to Darcie Holgate-English, Cooper Zulli, Sherilyn Jespersen, Chloe Hanna, Bailey Breen, Benjamin Kellock, Charlotte Howard, Kieret Dhaliwal, Naomi Wijayasinghe, Jeff Ke and Amy Ridge on this significant achievement.
This milestone reflects their dedication and hard work in the legal industry, and we are excited to see the impact they will make at Macpherson Kelley and throughout their legal careers!
#LegalAdmission #GraduateLawyer
There are lots of law graduate programs out there, but how do you choose which one is right for you? ⚖️
Join Macpherson Kelley for a virtual meet and greet and get a behind‑the‑scenes look at what it’s like to start your career as an MK graduate. You’ll hear from Principal Lawyers, previous graduates and our recruitment team as they share their experiences and practical insights into the graduate journey, along with tips and advice for applying.
📅 Wednesday 28 May
⏰ 12:30–1:30 pm (AEST)
💻 Online via Microsoft Teams
Register by submitting an expression of interest at the link in our bio.
#lawgraduates #mkgradprogram2027 #lawcareers
We’re delighted to welcome Tammy Sava to Macpherson Kelley as a Principal Lawyer in our Adelaide Wills & Estates team.
Tammy is a highly regarded wills and estates practitioner with extensive experience advising individuals, families and business owners on complex private client matters. Her appointment supports our continued investment in South Australia and strengthens our national private client capability across all five offices.
Read the full media release on our website.
#WillsandEstates #PrivateClient
This week, our offices came together to mark the lead-up to the Easter long weekend with a range of fun activities to celebrate the season. 🐰
From Easter egg hunts to delicious themed cookies and cupcakes, it was a great opportunity for our colleagues to connect and enjoy festivities.
We wish everyone a safe and happy Easter break, filled with plenty of time to relax and enjoy the well-earned pause.
Please note that our all of Macpherson Kelley`s offices will be closed from Friday, 3 April, and will reopen on Tuesday, 7 April.
#Easter2026
After spending time in sunny Byron Bay, our principal lawyers have returned energised and connected from our national workshop and strategy retreat. ☀️
Across the two‑day event, they took time to celebrate recent milestones, reflect on our progress and look ahead to what’s next for the firm.
We were also joined by psychologist and clinical expert Dr Kim Granland, who shared insights on integrated leadership for peak performance and activating your ‘wise brain’.
It was a valuable opportunity to strategise, share ideas and strengthen our national team. All grounded in Good Thinking. ⏳
#ProfessionalDevelopment #TeamBuilding #GoodThinking
This month, our offices attended and hosted a range of activities in recognition of Ramadan and the celebration of Eid. This included morning and afternoon teas, as well as a recent visit to the Dandenong Ramadan Night Market. These moments provided meaningful opportunities to come together, share in conversation and acknowledge the significance of this time for many in our community. 🌙
At Macpherson Kelley, we are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment where people feel seen, valued and supported in observing the occasions that matter to them.
Wishing a warm Eid Mubarak to all who celebrate!
#EidMubarak
We are proud to celebrate our very own Associate Isabella Stephenson for being named a finalist in the Dispute Resolution & Litigation (Large) category at the @lawyers_weekly 30 Under 30 Awards. 🎉
Isabella attended the awards last week in Sydney, alongside an outstanding group of emerging legal talent from across Australia. This recognition reflects her expertise and growing impact within the industry.
It is always great to see the achievements of our lawyers being recognised on a national stage.
Congratulations Isabella! 🥂
#30Under30 #Litigation #DisputeResolution
A friendly reminder that Macpherson Kelley`s offices will be closed Tuesday 23 December until Monday 12 January. Wishing our clients a very happy holidays and all the best in the new year. ✨
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