Nathan Macdonald

Nathan Macdonald is the Legal Practice Director at Life Law, bringing extensive experience from his practice on Brisbane’s bayside since 2016. He has worked across Family Law, Domestic Violence, and Criminal Law, providing a broad legal perspective that benefits his clients. Admitted to practice in both the Supreme Court of Queensland and the High Court of Australia, Nathan is equipped to handle complex parenting disputes, recovery applications, property settlements, and financial agreements. He is adept at advocating for clients in court, yet he often seeks to resolve matters through negotiation or mediation, aiming for durable and practical outcomes. Nathan is also experienced in collaborative negotiations, utilising round table conferencing to efficiently address less complex cases in a non-litigious and cost-effective manner. In criminal law, Nathan offers support to clients dealing with police matters, including interviews, allegations of criminal conduct, breaches of orders, and bail conditions. His practice covers a broad range of cases such as assaults, drug offences, and traffic matters. He frequently represents clients in Bail Applications and Licence Applications, including Special Hardship and Restricted Licence requests. Nathan is a member of the Law Council of Australia, the Queensland Law Society, and the Family Law Practitioners Association, which reflects his engagement with the wider legal community and commitment to ongoing professional development.