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Macpherson Kelley is a commercial law firm focused on the mid market with offices in Brisbane, Dandenong, Melbourne and Sydney.
We’re structured to meet the needs of, and deliver value to, businesses who need direct, succinct guidance, without the extravagance of a traditional top tier firm.
We’re straight talkers who take care of your legal concerns, giving you the freedom to focus on what you do best.
We’re considered in developing our legal advice, taking into account your commercial goals and the market in which you operate, before forming a view.
We’re pragmatic in the advice we give and bold in our recommendations.
We put relationships with our clients first.
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 and Sydney.
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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If you are a graduate in Victoria, Sydney or Brisbane, we want to hear from you! From next month, we will be accepting applications for our Graduate Program🎓💡
We know there are a lot of dates to remember, so we’ve summarised everything you need to know here.
For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/gx3dtrPG
#lawgrads #thinkingaboutyourfuture #lawgraduates2025 #bettereachday
Just under a week ago, our team headed off to the @brisbanejuniorchamber EOFY After Hours Social event! 🎉
We always love to see our lawyers out and about and building connections - both old and new. Why is staying connected so important to us at MK? Our clients and referrers motivate us to gain a more intimate understanding of the industries we work with—so we can continuously walk the talk of our MK values.
In the same breath…we’re also delighted to share that Macpherson Kelley`s Brisbane office has joined the Brisbane Junior Chamber of Commerce as an official corporate member.
Watch our lawyer’s networks grow in leaps and bounds in the coming year!
#BJCC #Brisbane #mklawyers #macphersonkelley #weareconnected
Last week, Macpherson Kelley and the MIA’s VIC/TAS Committee had the pleasure of hosting the @migrationinstituteofaustralia for their VIC/TAS BIRO meeting.
Members gathered to hear from guest speaker Natalie Walsh of the Department of Home Affairs, who shared her expertise on: submissions, discussion papers, temporary graduate visa and condition reforms, TSMIT, myVEVO, migrant worker, and protection visa reforms.
It`s always a privilege for our team to connect face-to-face with the Department and discuss the pressing issues that matter most 🤝
A special shout-out to MK Principal lawyer, Kian Bone, the Migration Institute of Australia and everyone who attended and contributed to such an engaging and informative session!
#macphersonkelley #stayingconnected #bettereachday #migrationinstituteaustralia #mkevents
Gearing up for the AADA Convention 2024 🚘
MK Principal Lawyers, Luke Gattuso and Kian Bone (employment, safety and migration) are set to present at the AADA Convention 2024 – a hallmark event for the Australian Automotive industry of which we are proud to support through our ongoing sponsorship.
Their workshop, "Shifting Gears: Migration and Employment Law Reforms in 2024," goes under the hood of substantial reforms transforming our skilled visa programme and the Closing Loopholes legislation.
With the motor industry weathering severe skills shortages, this session will cover off visa sponsorship, expected programme reforms, and of course – key employment changes pertinent to the sector. We want you to walk away with practical tips to navigate Australia’s visa system and how to best support your business.
Don’t miss the chance to get in the driver`s seat on these critical reforms and see how they can benefit your dealership. We look forward to connecting with you all next week!
Click here for further info: https://lnkd.in/gy-DzmyQ?
#AADA2024 #migrationlaw #employmentlaw #macphersonkelley #bettereachday
🎓 MK Grad Spotlight ✨
Meet Jordan Woolley, a standout from the MK Graduate Program. From his initial placement to becoming an Associate, Intellectual Property & Commercial Law, Jordan’s journey highlights just how formative our program is.
What does a typical workday look like? How did you pick your specialisation? And what’s the best bit about your job? Jordan answers all of your burning questions (and more) by sharing his story here: https://lnkd.in/gJFPb-jF
Ready to start your legal career with a firm that values your growth? Applications for Macpherson Kelley’s Graduate Program open soon! Pre-register now to receive updates, tips and info on all things MK.
Visit our grad page for more info💡
#lawgrads #thinkingaboutyourfuture #lawgraduates2025 #bettereachday #macphersonkelley
With the new financial year upon us, we`re thrilled to announce our national promotions for July 2024 ✨
Congratulations to all our lawyers —including Nicole Brown, promoted to Special Counsel in Migration, Alanna Richmond to Senior Associate, and to our new Associates: Colin Hanns, Deborah Pac, Jordan Woolley, Stephanie Lloyd, Natalie Montalto, Zack Thomson, Declan High, Jacquie Blazey, and Oxana Churilina.
Majority of our promoted cohort began their careers at the firm as law graduates—a nod to the continued success of our national graduate program.
National Managing Principal Lawyer Grant Guenther said: “Each promotion honours the exemplary performance and contribution to Macpherson Kelley. We’re immensely proud of our team and look forward to seeing them thrive in their new roles,”
Please join us in congratulating our team! 👏
#nationalpromotions #bettereachday #mklawyers #macphersonkelley
As Pride Month draws to a close, we reflect on the month that’s been and how we came together to celebrate all the things we love about our LGBTQIA+ community🌈✨
Our teams had a blast; whether it was adding a splash of colour to our monthly morning tea, chatting about the origins and significance of Pride Month, or even hosting a cheeky drag bingo night…it’s safe to say we painted the town red (and every colour of the rainbow, of course!)
While supporting our LGBTQIA+ community at Macpherson Kelley is part of our every day, Pride Month gives us another opportunity to put these important conversations front and centre.
#pride2024 #macphersonkelley #pride #dei #inclusion
It`s been little over a month since our Sydney team settled into our stunning new office at @grosvenorplacesydney
Even with our feet firmly under the desk, we still pinch ourselves daily over those Harbour views! 🌊
A heady combination of modern design, innovative features and sustainable practices has transformed our workspace into something truly exceptional.
And one that reflects our commitment to our people and clients? Now that’s pretty special.
We’ll let the pictures speak for themselves 📸
Photo credit: The Pixel Collective and Cachet Group
#sydney #macphersonkelley #mklawyers #sustainability #newoffice
This year`s Doyle`s Guide rankings are live — and it’s a pleasure to see Nathanael Kitingan earn a place in the Leading Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution Lawyer Rankings - Victoria, 2024. This tremendous achievement recognises Nathanael’s standout work in commercial litigation and dispute resolution 🏆
If you’ve ever worked with Nathanael, you’ll know that his sharp eye for strategy and compassionate client approach sets him apart from the rest. We`re thrilled to have him acknowledged by both clients and peers on the national stage.
We can’t wait to see what he does next! 💫
#doylesguide #celebratingexcellence #mklawyers #litigation #macphersonkelley
✨ Last week, our Sydney team had the pleasure of hosting our annual Women in Business lunch at the stunning Hinchcliff House. 🎉
A big thank you to all who attended, to our MK hosts Principal Lawyer, Brigid Clark and Special Counsel, Christina Cavallaro - and a very special thanks to guest speaker, Angela Priestley, co-founder of @womensagenda for sharing her wisdom and fascinating insights on `the state of women`s leadership in Australia.`
We can’t wait to see you at the next one!
#womeninbusiness #womeninleadership #mkevents #networkinglunch #womenempowerment #womensagenda
Graduates, a reminder that pre-registrations for Meet MK close soon. Numbers are limited, so sign up quick!
💡Queensland: Wednesday, 12 June 2024 (12-2.30pm) Pre-register here: https://lnkd.in/gpDytqZX
💡Victoria: Thursday, 20 June 2024 (5-7.30pm) Pre-register here: https://lnkd.in/gGsY_B8M
💡 New South Wales: Thursday, 4 July 2024 (12-2.30pm) Pre-register here: https://lnkd.in/gdb8HYFj
#lawgraduates2025 #lawgrads #graduateprogram #thinkingaboutyourfuture
June is Workplace Giving Month, and we’re excited to introduce our 2024 Community Partners! 💫🤝
This year, we raised $65,000 through the MK Foundation’s Workplace Giving Program, all thanks to contributions from Macpherson Kelley and our firm matching initiative. Since 2016, MKF’s WPG Program has raised over $464,000 — and we couldn’t be prouder.
#mkfoundation #workplacegiving #communityimpact #juneisworkplacegivingmonth #2024communitypartners
