Stephen McAuley
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Stephen McAuley

Stephen McAuley

Principal Solicitor McAuley Lawyers

location
Parramatta, NSW
4.2 stars from 12 recommendations4.2
12 ratings
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About Stephen

Stephen McAuley is a distinguished and seasoned solicitor at McAuley Legal, bringing an extensive background in litigation and dispute resolution. With a strong foundation in commercial law, Stephen has managed an array of complex cases across various domains, including deceased estate, property and trust disputes, negligence, personal injury, construction, finance, insurance, and superannuation claims. Having honed his expertise under the mentorship of a Judge of the Supreme Court of New South Wales and later at a national law firm, Stephen laid the groundwork for what would become a thriving practice. He is a recognised authority in commercial litigation, frequently appearing in high-profile matters before the Federal Court of Australia, Supreme Court of NSW, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, District Court of NSW, Local Court of NSW, and the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal. His legal acumen extends to handling cases within the Independent Commission Against Corruption, further showcasing his versatile skill set. Stephen's commitment to the legal profession transcends his practice. He serves on the boards of the Law and Justice Foundation and the Specialist Accreditation Board of The Law Society of New South Wales. His dedication to community involvement is also evident through his engagement with the Sacred Heart Education Ministry. In his capacity as an Independent Solicitor appointed by The Law Society of New South Wales, Stephen is entrusted with executing search orders, underscoring the trust and respect he commands within the profession. His leadership roles include serving as a former President of the Parramatta & District Regional Law Society, as well as holding significant positions within The Law Society of New South Wales, including Councillor, Member of the Professional Conduct Committee, and Chair of the Licensing Committee. His extensive contributions highlight his deep commitment to upholding the standards and integrity of the legal profession.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Estate Planning
Litigation & Disputes
Property Law

Ratings

OVERALL RATING

4.2

COMMUNICATION

4.2

Star
COMMUNICATION

APPROACHABILITY

4.6

Star
APPROACHABILITY

PROFESSIONALISM

4.2

Star
PROFESSIONALISM

LEGAL KNOWLEDGE

4.2

Star
LEGAL KNOWLEDGE

VALUE FOR MONEY

4.2

Star
VALUE FOR MONEY

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Experience

Principal Solicitor
Principal Solicitor
McAuley Lawyers
Dec 2021 - Present · 3 years 8 months
Chair
Chair
Parramatta Legal and Justice Coalition
Jul 2021 - Present · 4 years 1 month
President
President
Parramatta & District Regional Law Society
Oct 2020 - Present · 4 years 10 months
Board Member
Board Member
Law and Justice Foundation of NSW
May 2020 - Present · 5 years 3 months
Principal Solicitor
Principal Solicitor
McAuley Hawach Lawyers
Sep 2010 - Nov 2021 · 11 years 2 months
Solicitor
Solicitor
Holding Redlich
Jul 2007 - Mar 2010 · 2 years 8 months
Solicitor
Solicitor
Thompson Eslick Solicitors
Dec 2006 - Jul 2007 · 7 months
Solicitor
Solicitor
Teece Hodgson & Ward
Dec 2005 - Nov 2006 · 11 months
Tipstaff to Justice Hoeben of Supreme Court of NSW
Tipstaff to Justice Hoeben of Supreme Court of NSW
Supreme Court of NSW
Dec 2004 - Nov 2005 · 11 months
Paralegal
Paralegal
Herbert Smith Freehills
Dec 2003 - Nov 2004 · 11 months

Education

Redfield College
1970
Masters of Law
Masters of Law
University of Sydney
2013 - 2019
B App Fin LLB (Hons)
B App Fin LLB (Hons)
Macquarie University
1999 - 2004

Contact Information

Parramatta, NSW

Location11 Fennell Street, Parramatta, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 963..

Practice Certificate

Name
Stephen McAuley
Date of Admission
2005
Specialisations
Commercial Litigation
Certification type
Principal of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
PARRAMATTA DISTRICT
CheckLast checked: 21 Apr 2025
Checked with the The Law Society of NSW

Practice Categories

Commercial Law
  • General Advice
  • Superannuation
  • Trusts
Estate Planning
  • Deceased Estates
  • General Advice
Litigation & Disputes
  • Building and Construction
  • Civil
  • Debt Recovery
  • General Advice
  • High court
  • Insurance
  • Local Court
  • Supreme Court
Property Law
  • Construction Law
  • General Advice