About Anthony
Anthony Steel is a Principal at the firm, bringing a wealth of experience in both corporate and family law. His expertise encompasses negotiation, contract law, and facilitating mergers and acquisitions, all of which have led to numerous successful outcomes for his clients. Anthony graduated with a J.D. from Harvard Law School and is an active member of a variety of legal associations, reflecting his commitment to the profession.
Currently, as Principal Solicitor at Mid Mountains Legal in Lawson, New South Wales, he leads the firm with a focus on family law, wills, estates, family provision, and conveyancing. Since April 2018, Anthony has been pivotal in advancing the firm's legal services and solutions. Before this role, he worked at Burston Cole & Associates in Penrith, New South Wales, where he spent nearly seven years honing his skills as a family law solicitor in a supportive and amiable environment.
Earlier in his career, Anthony contributed significantly to the Hunter Community Legal Centre in the Greater Newcastle Area. He managed the initiation of the duty lawyer scheme in the Newcastle Registry of the Federal Circuit Court and Family Court, showcasing his leadership and dedication to accessible legal support. His foundational years as a solicitor were spent at Eleanor Murphy & Company in Bondi Junction, New South Wales, focusing predominantly on family law from 2002 to 2009.
Anthony's legal journey is complemented by his academic background, which includes a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from The College of Law, Australia. His formal legal training included practical experience with the NSW Director of Public Prosecutions. He earned his Bachelor of Laws from the University of Technology Sydney, preceded by a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Arts in Community Social Services from Charles Sturt University. His multifaceted education underpins his versatile and comprehensive approach to legal practice.