Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Townsville
At McDonald Leong Lawyers, our core focus is personalised service. We actively engage with the community to better understand client needs and deliver tailored legal solutions. With decades of combined experience, our team of solicitors specialises in complex legal matters, prioritising client requirements and providing expert guidance through intricate legal processes. As a family-owned firm with over 30 years in the industry, we offer end-to-end legal assistance across conveyancing, criminal law, injury claims, superannuation, and estate planning.Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures we remain at the forefront of legal trends, while our community-focused approach underscores our dedication to practical, realistic advice. We pride ourselves on being accessible advocates who consistently prioritise client welfare.
Services
Conveyancing
Criminal Law
Injury Claims
Superannuation
Estate Planning
Wills & Probate
Family Law
Property Law
Personal Injury
Commercial Disputes
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We provide personalised legal solutions tailored to individual client needs
- Our team has over 30 years of combined legal experience in Queensland
- Family-owned firm with deep community engagement and understanding
- Specialised solicitors in key legal areas including conveyancing and criminal law
- End-to-end legal assistance with a focus on practical, realistic advice
Services
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing specialists protect your interests during property transactions. We handle contract preparation, mortgage advice, and compliance checks for residential and commercial properties in Queensland. With expertise in local regulations, we ensure smooth transfers while safeguarding your legal rights throughout the process.
Criminal Law
Experienced representation for criminal charges including traffic offences, drug-related cases, and assault allegations. Our solicitors provide strategic defence in Queensland courts, offering clear guidance through police investigations and court proceedings to achieve optimal outcomes for clients.
Estate Planning
Comprehensive estate planning services including legally valid wills, testamentary trusts, and power of attorney arrangements. We help clients ensure their assets are distributed according to wishes while addressing tax considerations and business succession planning requirements.
Injury Claims
Specialist support for personal injury claims arising from workplace accidents, motor vehicle incidents, and public liability cases. We guide clients through compensation processes with a focus on workers' compensation and no-win-no-fee arrangements.
Family Law
Expert assistance with family law matters including property settlements, parenting arrangements, and divorce proceedings. Our accredited mediators work to resolve disputes amicably while representing clients in Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia proceedings.
People
Linda Leong
Principal Lawyer
With 28+ years' experience, Linda specialises in personal injury law, wills and estates. First JCU law graduate to become a principal, she focuses on practical solutions while supporting local community organisations.
Samuel Bogotto
Partner
Leading personal injury and criminal law divisions, Samuel combines courtroom advocacy with local knowledge. Experienced in high court trials and appeals, he chairs Townsville's rugby union disciplinary judiciary.
Shane Boyle
Solicitor
Commercial law specialist with 25+ years' experience in property law. Shane has extensive Townsville property market knowledge after practicing locally for 27 years following Brisbane practice.
Marie-Louise Coco
Solicitor
Recent JCU graduate specialising in wills and estates. Marie combines property law expertise with community understanding, providing timely advice to Townsville clients through strong local professional networks.
Questions
What areas of law does McDonald Leong Lawyers specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, criminal law, injury claims, superannuation, family law, wills & estates, and commercial property law across Queensland.
How long has McDonald Leong Lawyers been operating?
Our family-owned firm has provided legal services for over 30 years, established in 1993 by Linda Leong.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we offer free initial consultations for personal injury claims with our no win, no fee service options available.
Are your solicitors qualified in Queensland courts?
All our lawyers are qualified legal practitioners admitted to the Supreme Court and High Court of Australia with Queensland Law Society membership.
How do you handle property transactions in Queensland?
Our conveyancing team manages all aspects including contract preparation, duty advice, and compliance checks to ensure smooth property transfers across Queensland.
Can you assist with estate planning and will disputes?
Yes, we provide comprehensive estate planning services and represent clients in estate litigation matters including probate and letters of administration.
