Douglas Hannaway

Douglas Hannaway is the principal lawyer at the practice, bringing over two decades of legal experience. He holds Specialist Accreditation from The Law Society of NSW in both Family Law and Criminal Law, a distinction held by very few solicitors in the state. Notably, he is the only solicitor in Port Macquarie to hold accreditation in Family Law and one of only two in the region accredited in Criminal Law. Douglas has successfully represented clients across a broad spectrum of legal areas, with a primary focus on Criminal Law, Family Law, Civil Litigation, and Wills, Estates and Probates. His expertise is especially pronounced in handling serious and complex matters, including intricate family law cases involving complicated parenting or financial issues, high net worth property settlements, and complex family business structures. He is appointed as an Independent Children's Lawyer in complex Family Law proceedings, advocating for the interests of children when the court determines such representation is necessary. Douglas is known for providing strategic and pragmatic advice, helping clients navigate challenging disputes with a focus on achieving early and favourable outcomes. He leverages his extensive experience and commercial acumen to deliver practical solutions tailored to his clients’ needs.