Dominic Doan is a well-respected Solicitor with demonstrated experience in property and commercial law. Dominic is most recognised for his knowledge of retirement village law and master plan projects. He has been involved in large aquaculture business sales and complex business transactions. He has an understanding of where commercial sense and legal knowledge intersect to provide the best outcomes to clients. Dominic's main practice area is commercial, property and retirement law. Dominic is admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland and is also on the roll of practitioners with the High Court of Australia.

John established McLaughlin & Associates Lawyers in 1972. Over the years, the firm has won numerous awards and has been inducted into the Chamber of Commerce's Hall of Fame. John is known for his commercial approach to transactions and in particular his experience with small to medium size businesses.  John is also a Notary Public and can assist with certifying and attesting documents.

Michael is a senior, well regarded lawyer. Michael is admitted as a solicitor ​of the Supreme Court of Queensland and the Supreme Court of New South Wales. He is entered on the Register of Practitioners of the High Court of Australia. He was admitted as a solicitor in Queensland in 1978 after serving his articles with a prominent Brisbane CBD firm. He remained there until 1991 when he moved to the Gold Coast to take up a senior position with a prominent Southport firm. In over 40 years in practice, Michael has gained wide experience focusing on disputes and dispute resolution including litigation.

Daniel is our senior commercial and property solicitor. Admitted as a solicitor in Queensland in 2011, for many years Daniel has assisted business owners, directors and executives navigate a wide range of legal issues that arise in business. Daniel is known and regarded for his practical advice in complex commercial transactions, business structures, commercial leasing and legal disputes. Daniel is admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland and is on the roll of practitioners with the High Court of Australia.

Jessica Faull is our Practice Manager. She has a wealth of experience in practice management and oversees the management of the Firm. Jessica, is a local girl and is an integral part of the Firm. She has demonstrated experience implementing technology and projects within small and large organisations.

Louisa was introduced to the legal profession in 2015 while working as a law clerk in the Southport Magistrates Court. She completed her law degree at Griffith University and postgraduate Diploma of Legal Practice at Bond University on the Gold Coast. Louisa was admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2018 after serving her articles with a prominent Southport firm.

Alana is our Conveyancing Manager and leads our Conveyancing Team. With over 18 years’ experience in conveyancing there is nothing she has not seen before. Alana is known for her can do attitude and exemplary customer service.

Amanda has over 10 years’ experience as a property paralegal. Amanda is part of our property team and assists with both residential and commercial conveyancing transactions, titles lodgements and property transfers.

Ruby is our wills and estates paralegal. Ruby assists our solicitors within the wills, estates and property teams. Ruby is known for her can do attitude and ability to navigate emerging technology.

Linh assists our Property and Commercial Team. With a passion for learning and a can-do attitude, Linh is always ready to tackle any challenge head-on and provide support to her colleagues whenever needed. Beyond the office, Linh enjoys travelling, exploring new cuisines and cultures and bringing a touch of adventure to both work and play.

Shauna is our receptionist and has been working in the legal industry for over 30 years. She is here to answer any queries you may have to make your experience comfortable and smooth.

Kim manages the Notary division of the Firm. She has diverse experience working within the legal industry. Kim spent many years successfully running her own real estate business and brings a balanced perspective and invaluable insight to our firm and conveyancing department.