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Kim McFarlane

Principal Lawyer McFarlane Criminal Lawyers

Warragul, VIC

About Kim

Kim McFarlane is the esteemed principal lawyer at McFarlane Criminal Lawyers, leveraging over 15 years of in-depth expertise in criminal law. Her practice encompasses a wide spectrum, from driving offences to serious indictable matters such as murder and criminal damage, along with Victims of Crime and Intervention Order cases. Kim’s dedication to the legal field is driven by a passion for achieving optimal outcomes for her clients, and she consistently approaches each case with professionalism and tenacity. As the leader of her firm, Kim is committed to providing comprehensive client support throughout the legal process, often collaborating with some of Victoria’s most accomplished barristers and Queen’s Counsel when necessary. An advocate for mentoring, Kim empowers and guides young lawyers, drawing upon her own experiences and commitment to justice and loyalty. She has been actively involved with various Gippsland boards and engages with community organisations to discuss pertinent legal topics, underscoring her dedication to community service. McFarlane Criminal Lawyers also actively supports the local community through sponsorships and donations, including partnerships with local sports clubs and Olivia’s Place. Outside her professional life, Kim enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, traveling, and passionately supporting the Hawthorn Football Club. Previously, Kim held several influential roles, including serving as a solicitor advocate at Tyler Tipping and Woods, where she represented clients across various jurisdictions such as the Magistrates' and County Courts. Her career also includes a notable tenure with Wakefield & Vogrig Lawyers and a role as an Electorate Officer/Adviser for the Shadow Minister for Police and Emergency Services at the Parliament of Victoria. Kim’s academic credentials are equally impressive, with an Accredited Criminal Law Specialist designation from the Law Institute of Victoria and advanced legal studies culminating in a Master of Laws in Global Business Law from La Trobe University. Her commitment to legal education began with a Bachelor of Laws from La Trobe University, preceded by a Bachelor of Arts specialising in Politics and Policy studies from Deakin University. Her contributions to student societies and her roles within the Gippsland Law Association further exemplify her dedication to the legal profession and community advocacy.

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic

Resume

Experience

Principal

McFarlane Criminal Lawyers · Self-employed

Jul 2015 - Present • 11 years 3 months

Solicitor Advocate

Tyler Tipping and Woods

Sep 2011 - Jan 2015 • 3 years 4 months

Executive Committee Member

Gippsland Law Association

Mar 2008 - May 2023 • 15 years 2 months

Secretary, Gippsland Law Association

Law Institute of Victoria

Jan 2008 - Jan 2012 • 4 years

Event Coordinator, Gippsland Law Association

Law Institute of Victoria

Jan 2008 - Sep 2020 • 12 years 8 months

Solicitor

Wakefield & Vogrig Lawyers

Mar 2007 - Sep 2011 • 4 years 6 months

Co-Chair, Regional and Suburban Young Lawyers

Law Institute of Victoria

Jan 2007 - Jan 2011 • 4 years

Gippsland Young Lawyer Representative

Law Institute of Victoria

Jan 2007 - Jan 2012 • 5 years

Electorate Officer/Adviser - Shadow Minister for Police and Emergency Services

Parliament of Victoria

Mar 2001 - Mar 2007 • 6 years

Education

Accredited Criminal Law Specialist

Law Institute of Victoria

2020 - 2020

Master of Laws (LL.M.), Global Business Law

Latrobe University

2006 - 2007

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Law

Latrobe University

2004 - 2006

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Majoring Politics and Policy studies

Deakin University

2001 - 2003

Awards

1970

Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law

Contact information

Warragul, VIC

1, 97 Queen St, Warragul, VICWebsite

Practice certificate

Name: Kim McFarlane
Specialisations: Advocacy, Child Protection/Childrens Law, Criminal Law, Family Violence/Statutory Offences
Certification type: Principal with Trust
Region: VIC

Last checked: 6 Apr 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services Board

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic