Donna McManus

Donna is a distinguished legal practitioner whose career is imbued with a steadfast commitment to justice and equity. Raised with a robust work ethic and an intrinsic belief in the equality of all individuals, these core principles naturally directed her toward a vocation in law. As the Founder of Premier Legal & Murphy’s Law Group, Donna employs her deep-seated values to deliver exceptional legal services to her clients. Her legal journey commenced through a traditional 5-year articled-clerkship on the Sunshine Coast, whilst concurrently obtaining her degree from the Queensland University of Technology. During this formative phase, she gained considerable experience across diverse domains of law, such as property, commercial, insolvency, family law, building disputes, and personal injury litigation at Murphy's Law Accident Lawyers. More recently, she has pioneered efforts in pursuing Covid vaccine injury scheme claims, assisting those affected by adverse vaccine effects, a testament to her adaptability and expertise within this emerging field of law. Personal experiences have had a profound impact on Donna's professional path, particularly after her father’s diagnosis and subsequent passing from mesothelioma. This spurred her interest in the nexus of health science, research, policy, and law, ultimately directing her focus towards personal injury law. Since the Australian government's establishment of the Covid Vaccine Claims Scheme, Donna has adeptly led her firm in this intricate area, providing expert guidance to individuals dealing with severe vaccine side effects. In addition to her specialised focus, Donna is frequently sought for insight into legal matters that fall outside her primary practice areas. Her extensive experience and astute judgment enable her to offer initial practical advice and make insightful referral recommendations, ensuring her clients receive exemplary legal assistance.