Kristel Winkler

Kristel Winkler is a prominent Brisbane-based lawyer and Director at Donovan Winkler Lawyers, bringing a wealth of knowledge from her extensive legal career. With a rich background in not-for-profit and commercial law, she is adept at guiding charities and not-for-profits in their legal needs, including their establishment, corporate governance, and property transactions. Her expertise extends to compliance, structuring, and winding up, serving a diverse clientele of school groups, religious organisations, and charities. Kristel's proficiency in property and commercial law is evident through her handling of substantial property transactions, redevelopments, and body corporate issues, along with advising on leasing, licences, and business transactions. She is also dedicated to providing compassionate and strategic advice to her older clients, particularly in retirement village conveyancing, aged care entry, and estate planning. Academically, Kristel holds a Bachelor of Laws from QUT and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the College of Law. Further enhancing her expertise, she completed her Masters of Law studies in Elder Law at the University of Queensland. She serves on the advisory board of Good Shepherd Christian School and the management committee of Christian Lawyers Society Inc. (Qld), actively engaging with her community. In her personal life, Kristel enjoys reading and exploring history, and spends quality time outdoors, gardening, surfing, and fishing. Her commitment to her local church and participation in school governance reflect her deep-rooted community ties.