Jane Macdonnell

Jane Macdonnell is a distinguished Special Counsel with a wealth of experience in property and commercial law. Commencing her legal career in 2003, Jane has honed her expertise working with both boutique and top-tier firms. Her primary focus is on residential and mixed-use development projects, where she excels in strata and community title structuring, providing comprehensive body corporate advice, and managing rights. Jane's commercial acumen extends to business sales and purchases, as well as handling complex commercial and retail leasing, alongside larger property transactions. Beyond her legal practice, Jane is a dedicated educator with a history of tutoring positions at Queensland University of Technology and Sunshine Coast University. Currently, she is a moderator and lecturer at the College of Law, sharing her practical insights and knowledge. Jane's academic credentials are impressive, holding a Bachelor of Laws with first class honours from the University of Queensland. She is also an esteemed member of the Australian College of Strata Lawyers. Her professional journey includes recent roles as Special Counsel at Lever Law and Clifford Gouldson Lawyers, as well as significant tenures with Bugden Allen Lawyers, McColm Matsinger Lawyers, and Norton Rose Fulbright. Jane's contribution to the field is marked by her commitment to excellence and her passion for the law.