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McLean McKenzie & Topfer
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Colin McKenzie

Colin McKenzie

Director McLean McKenzie & Topfer

Burnie, TAS
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About Colin

Colin McKenzie graduated from the University of Tasmania with a law degree in 1982 and was admitted to practice in 1983. He joined the firm in 1986 and became a partner in 1989. Colin frequently works in Launceston, providing his expertise across a broad range of legal matters. His practice includes motor vehicle and industrial accidents, workers compensation claims, commercial disputes, general insurance matters, as well as veterans’ entitlements, discrimination, and human rights cases. Colin also regularly undertakes general court work. In addition to his legal practice, Colin served as Deputy President of the Guardianship and Administration Board of Tasmania for ten years, demonstrating his commitment to community service. Outside of work, he enjoys sailing, motorcycling and bushwalking, and is married with two sons.

Practice areas

Commercial Law
Employment Law
Estate Planning
Litigation & Disputes
Personal Injury

Resume

Experience

Deputy President

Deputy President

Guardianship & Administration Board of Tasmania

Aug 2009 - Sep 2019 • 10 years 1 month

Partner

Partner

McLean McKenzie & Topfer

Dec 1985 - Present • 40 years 11 months

Lawyer

Lawyer

Page Seager Lawyers

Dec 1984 - Dec 1985 • 1 year

Graduate Lawyer

Graduate Lawyer

Jennings Elliot Barristers & Solicitors

Dec 1982 - Dec 1984 • 2 years

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)

University of Tasmania

1978 - 1982

Matriculation Certificate

Matriculation Certificate

Launceston College

1975 - 1977

Contact information

Burnie, TAS

41 Cattley Street, Burnie, TAS 7320Website

Practice certificate

Name
Colin Finlay McKenzie
Date of admission
1983
Certification type
Principal

Last checked: 8 Oct 2025 • Checked with The Law Society of Tasmania

Practice areas

Commercial Law
    Employment Law
      Estate Planning
      • Guardianship
      Litigation & Disputes
        Personal Injury