Ryan McCullough

Ryan McCullough serves as the Director at MacDonald Law, where he brings his extensive courtroom experience to his role, having dedicated almost every day of his career to advocacy in courtrooms across South-East Queensland. Ryan is recognised for his pragmatic, results-driven approach to criminal, quasi-criminal, and domestic and family violence matters, delivering straightforward and honest advice to his clients. His commitment to providing compassionate and personalised legal services ensures clients feel supported during some of the most challenging times of their lives. Ryan's practice predominantly focuses on criminal, quasi-criminal, and domestic and family violence law. His expertise allows him to represent clients across a wide spectrum of offences, from minor traffic infringements to serious criminal accusations including drug trafficking, assaults, sexual offences, and murder. His reputation for effective oral advocacy underscores his ability to champion his clients' interests effectively in court. A proud member of the Toowoomba community, Ryan's roots run deep in the area where he grew up, attended Mater Dei Primary School, and Saint Joseph’s College, where he served as college captain. His academic journey continued at the University of Southern Queensland, where he was actively involved as president of the USQ Law Society. Beyond his professional commitments, Ryan remains engaged with his community through various local clubs and sports. Ryan's career trajectory includes significant roles at the Department of Justice and Attorney-General QLD, where he served as a Deposition Clerk, and at MacDonald Law, where he progressed from being a Solicitor to Director. This journey highlights his dedication and progression within the legal field, further demonstrating his capability in managing complex legal matters and delivering optimal outcomes for his clients.