Makinson d'Apice

With a firm foundation dating back to 1859, Makinson d’Apice places clients at the very heart of its legal practice, delivering trusted advice and tailored solutions to a broad spectrum of private and public sector clients. Our client base encompasses national and multinational corporations operating across sectors such as insurance, finance and property, alongside State and Australian Government departments, charity and not-for-profit organisations, and private individuals. Our team provides seamless legal services across Australia, employing advanced technology and efficient workflows that enable our lawyers to concentrate on the key element of service delivery – the people we assist. This approach ensures agility and responsiveness, allowing us to adapt our services to meet the unique needs of each client in an evolving commercial landscape. Our lawyers are widely recognised within industry rankings, reflecting their expertise and the firm’s standing. We have been ranked among the leading practitioners in areas including administrative and public law, medical negligence and malpractice, property leasing, and wills, estates, succession planning and litigation. Our consistent presence in these guides underscores our commitment to delivering high-quality, client-focused outcomes. Makinson d’Apice also champions social responsibility through its award-winning Pro Bono Program, which has been acknowledged at the national level and continues to grow under dedicated leadership. Our commitment extends to environmental sustainability and diversity and inclusion, recognising the importance of ethical practice and the value of a diverse team in providing informed, sensitive legal advice. Core to our philosophy are values of commitment, accountability, excellence, service and collaboration. These guide every client relationship and underpin our promise to provide effective, timely and commercially astute legal solutions across a comprehensive range of practice areas including banking and finance, building and construction, corporate and commercial law, dispute resolution, education, employment, government, health, insurance, property, and more. Choosing Makinson d’Apice means engaging with a firm where a depth of experience and a client-centric approach combine to achieve the best possible legal outcomes.