Chris Harold

Chris Harold is an Associate at McLeod Fisher & Hamdorf, bringing a broad range of experience from his previous role at a major national firm where he practised insurance litigation. His background includes extensive work in the District Court and Administrative Appeals Tribunal, focusing on preparing cases for trial, negotiating advantageous commercial settlements, and advising clients on complex liability matters. Chris has also been actively involved with the National Environmental Law Association (NELA), reflecting his ongoing interest in planning and environmental law. Before embarking on his legal career, Chris had a distinguished 10-year professional soccer career in the A-League, making 175 appearances and holding the record for most games played for Perth Glory at the time of his retirement in 2020. This high-performance sporting background informs his approach to legal practice, bringing discipline and a strong commitment to achieving results. Beyond his legal work, Chris contributes to the football community as a non-executive director of Football West, a tribunal member of Football Australia’s Disciplinary and Grievances Committee, and as a committee member for the Professional Footballers Australia Greener Pitch Committee, where he combines his legal expertise and passion for sports governance.