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Damin Murdock is an experienced commercial lawyer with over 17 years of practice, recognised for providing strategic legal advice and effective courtroom representation. Throughout his career, he has developed expertise in corporate, commercial, construction, and technology law, delivering tailored solutions that address complex legal challenges. He has held significant leadership roles, including serving as a director at a national Australian law firm, principal lawyer at MurdockCheng Legal Practice, and Chief Legal Officer at Lawpath, Australia’s largest legal technology platform. These positions have equipped him with a broad perspective on legal and business issues affecting startups and established enterprises alike. Damin has provided counsel to more than 2,000 startups and small to medium-sized enterprises, earning over 300 five-star reviews from clients who commend his clear communication, practical approach, and comprehensive legal knowledge. Committed to legal education and thought leadership, he has hosted over 100 webinars and produced numerous legal videos that have reached tens of thousands of viewers, further establishing his reputation within both the legal profession and the business community.

Director
Leo Lawyers
Jun 2025 - Present • 1 year 5 months

Treasurer
NAALA - North American Australian Lawyers Alliance Incorporated
May 2019 - Present • 7 years 6 months

Chief Legal Officer
Lawpath
Apr 2019 - Present • 7 years 7 months

Charter Member
TiE
Dec 2013 - Dec 2014 • 1 year

Principal Lawyer
MurdockCheng Legal Practice
Oct 2012 - Jun 2025 • 12 years 8 months
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Commercial Law
College of Law

Master of Laws (LL.M.), Business & Trade Law (Business Transactions)
Erasmus University Rotterdam
2005 - 2007

Juris Doctor, International Trade Law
Bond University
2003 - 2005

Administrative & Commercial Studies, Finance & Accounting
Western University
1999 - 2003
Lakefield College School
1995 - 2000
Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW