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Graeme McDonald is a partner at the firm with extensive experience in family law. He was admitted as a solicitor in 1991, having been involved in the legal profession since 1982. Throughout his career, Graeme has focused on matters relating to family law, including property settlements and children’s issues. He strives to resolve disputes efficiently, aiming to minimise delays and unnecessary legal expenses for his clients. In addition to family law, Graeme has a wide-ranging background that includes conveyancing, wills, estates and general litigation, providing a well-rounded legal perspective. Graeme has held leadership roles such as President of the Newcastle Law Society and Assistant Treasurer for the Hunter Valley Family Law Practitioners Association. He remains an active member of the NSW and Newcastle Law Societies, the Hunter Valley Family Law Practitioners Association, and the Family Law Section of the Law Council of Australia. Outside his professional life, Graeme is passionate about his family and tennis, maintaining a competitive playing career that spans more than 30 years.
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Solicitor and Partner
Gianacas Argiris McDonald
Jan 2006 - Present • 20 years 10 months
solicitor
Berryman Partners
Mar 1997 - Mar 2006 • 9 years
solicitor
Bilbie Dan
Mar 1993 - Feb 1996 • 2 years 11 months
clerk and Solicitor
McDonald Johnson Lawyers
Nov 1981 - Feb 1993 • 11 years 3 months

Bachelor of Legal Studies
Macquarie University
The Kings School
The Kings School
1975 - 1981
Newcastle East Public
Newcastle East Public
1968 - 1975
Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW