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Greg McDonald serves as Principal, bringing extensive experience advising a diverse range of clients across multiple industries including regional and state government agencies, mining, transport services, insurance, agriculture, as well as franchisors and franchisees. His expertise encompasses risk management, share and business sale agreements, commercial transactions and disputes, shareholder and director rights, insurance matters, business structuring and succession planning, along with franchise agreements. Greg prioritises preventing unnecessary litigation and associated costs for his commercial clients by identifying and addressing potential risks early. He develops tailored strategies to efficiently manage these risks in a commercially sensible way. Known for his pragmatic approach, Greg leverages his deep understanding of business issues to translate complex legal concepts into clear, accessible language. He provides practical recommendations focused on achieving timely, effective outcomes that align with his clients’ commercial goals. Recognising that many business disputes stem from unresolved employment, ownership, and entitlement matters, Greg assists his clients in structuring and managing their businesses to minimise such conflicts as they grow. When disputes do arise, he applies his negotiation and mediation skills to facilitate resolution among diverse stakeholders, helping clients navigate challenging situations with confidence and clarity.
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Principal
O'Neill McDonald Lawyers
Sep 2014 - Present • 12 years 2 months

Consultant
Coleman Greig Lawyers
Jul 2013 - Sep 2014 • 1 year 2 months
Legal Consultant
Self-employed
Mar 2011 - Jul 2013 • 2 years 4 months
General Manager
Queensland Coal Corporation
Dec 2008 - Dec 2009 • 1 year

Partner in charge of Newcastle Office
Hicksons Lawyers
Dec 2005 - Dec 2010 • 5 years
Solicitor in charge of Nelson Bay Office
Arnold Lawyers
Dec 2004 - Dec 2005 • 1 year

Senior Associate
Hicksons Lawyers
Dec 1997 - Dec 2004 • 7 years

Senior Associate from Solicitor from Law Clerk
Sparke Helmore
Dec 1986 - Dec 1997 • 11 years

Bachelor of Arts (BA), Law
University of Sydney
1983 - 1986
Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW