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Mitch Collins is the Founder and Principal of GPC Lawyers, bringing a fresh and dynamic approach to legal practice. Originating from a small country town, Mitch completed his law degree at Deakin University in 2020 and was admitted to practice in 2021. Within just a few years, Mitch’s dedication and approachable manner led him to become Legal Principal and Director of a well-regarded multidisciplinary professional firm in Melbourne by 2023. Throughout his career, Mitch has developed considerable experience and a solid network within the pharmacy sector, as well as the commercial and business fields. Mitch aims to reshape traditional legal services by leveraging technology and fostering strong, lasting relationships with clients. He continually seeks innovative solutions to improve both client experience and outcomes. Outside the office, Mitch is passionate about AFL, cricket, fitness, and spending quality time with family and friends. He is also committed to his not-for-profit initiative Diggin’ In, which supports dogs belonging to people experiencing homelessness in Melbourne and Geelong. Mitch has set a personal goal to reduce his golf handicap to below 10 by 2026.
Founder and Principal Lawyer
Geelong Pharmacy and Commercial (GPC) Lawyers
Jan 2025 - Present • 1 year 10 months
Director and Principal Lawyer
Yarra Lane
Aug 2023 - Feb 2025 • 1 year 6 months
Lawyer
Yarra Lane
Mar 2022 - Sep 2023 • 1 year 6 months
Lawyer
PJ Cannon Coburn & Associates
Aug 2021 - Apr 2022 • 8 months
Law Graduate
PJ Cannon Coburn & Associates
Dec 2020 - Sep 2021 • 9 months
Founder
Diggin' In
Dec 2019 - Present • 6 years 11 months
Legal Intern
Victoria Legal Aid
Oct 2018 - Feb 2019 • 4 months
Barrister Shadowing
Department of Justice & Attorney General, Public Prosecutors Office
Feb 2018 - Mar 2018 • 1 month
Exercising Leadership: Foundational Principles
Harvard Online
2024 - 2024
Designing Your Career
Stanford University
2024
Practice Management Course
Leo Cussen Centre for Law
2023 - 2023
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
The College of Law Australia
2020 - 2021
Bachelor of Law/Bachelor of Arts
Deakin University
2015 - 2020
Short Term Exchange Program
Jiangsu Yancheng Middle School
2010 - 2011
Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services
