Shelby MacDonald
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Shelby MacDonald

Shelby MacDonald

Senior Associate Sarah Cleeland Family Lawyers

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Sandgate, QLD
Click to Reveal Phone Number(07) 326..
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About Shelby

Shelby MacDonald is a dedicated and skilled Senior Family Law Associate, lauded for her commitment and expertise. Recognised as a Rising Star for Brisbane by the esteemed Doyles Guide, Shelby has built a reputation for delivering exceptional legal services. She was admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland and the High Court of Australia following her completion of a Law Degree in 2016. Shelby's client-focused, practical approach ensures timely and cost-effective resolutions. Her commitment to continual professional development is evident in her dual Masters in Family Law and Family Dispute Resolution, further enhancing her capacity to support her clients. Shelby's proficiency extends beyond legal counsel; she is also a qualified Mediator and Parenting Coordinator, providing comprehensive support in navigating family disputes. Her experience spans all facets of Family Law including parenting arrangements, property settlements, binding financial agreements, child support, and domestic violence matters. Shelby's qualifications and background in criminal law, along with her accreditation as a Criminal and Domestic Violence Duty Lawyer, make her a formidable advocate across various judicial settings, including local Magistrates and Children's Courts, District and Supreme Courts of Queensland, and the Family Law Courts. Shelby excels in complex property settlements, parenting disputes, and child-related legal matters. She is adept at working as a parenting coordinator and mediator, offering invaluable support to separated parents and spouses. With Shelby on your side, you are assured of expert guidance through the intricacies of separation, ensuring your interests are well-represented and protected.

Practice Areas

Family Law
Litigation & Disputes

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Experience

Senior Associate
Senior Associate
Sarah Cleeland Family Lawyers
Mar 2023 - Present · 2 years 4 months
Parenting Coordinator
Parenting Coordinator
Sarah Cleeland Family Lawyers
Feb 2023 - Present · 2 years 5 months
Solicitor
Solicitor
Sarah Cleeland Family Lawyers
Jul 2020 - Apr 2023 · 2 years 9 months
Solicitor
Solicitor
Cherry Family Lawyers
Jul 2017 - Jul 2020 · 3 years
Law Clerk
Law Clerk
Cherry Family Lawyers
Oct 2016 - Nov 2016 · 1 month
Archaeologist (Excavation)
Archaeologist (Excavation)
Boncuklu Project
Jun 2015 - Aug 2015 · 2 months
Work Experience
Work Experience
Lion Television
Dec 2013 - Present · 11 years 7 months
Supervising Retail Sales Assistant
Supervising Retail Sales Assistant
Specialty Fashion Group
May 2008 - Jan 2017 · 8 years 8 months

Education

Master's degree, Family Law and Family Dispute Resolution
Master's degree, Family Law and Family Dispute Resolution
The College of Law Australia
2019 - 2023
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (PLT)
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (PLT)
QUT (Queensland University of Technology)
2015
Exchange Program, Law | History and Archaeology
Exchange Program, Law | History and Archaeology
The University of Edinburgh
2011 - 2012
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Hons)
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Hons)
The University of Queensland
2010 - 2015
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Extended Major in Archaeology
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Extended Major in Archaeology
The University of Queensland
2009 - 2015

Contact Information

Sandgate, QLD

Location123 Brighton Road, Sandgate, QLD
Click to Reveal Phone Number(07) 326..

Practice Certificate

Name
Shelby Alyssa MacDonald
Date of Admission
2017
Specialisations
Criminal Law, Family - Domestic Violence, Family Law
Certification type
Unrestricted Employee
CheckLast checked: 10 Mar 2025
Checked with the Queensland Law Society

Practice Categories

Family Law
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Litigation & Disputes
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