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Daniel McShane

Daniel McShane

Principal Rawlings McShane Lawyers

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Southport, QLD
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About Daniel

Daniel McShane is the Principal of Rawlings McShane Lawyers, where his deep-rooted expertise in criminal defence, traffic, and domestic violence law is greatly valued. Before his legal career, Daniel amassed considerable experience within the Queensland Police Service, completing the Prosecutor Training Course and serving as a Police Prosecutor. His journey through law enforcement endowed him with an in-depth understanding of prosecution strategies, further enhanced by his Bachelor of Laws from the University of Southern Queensland. Upon being admitted as a lawyer to the Supreme Court of Queensland, Daniel transitioned to defending clients, bringing to his role a rare insight into both prosecution and defence perspectives. His comprehensive experience spans a broad array of cases, from minor traffic infringements to intricate charges such as fraud, drug trafficking, armed robbery, arson, and murder. This dual perspective makes Daniel an exceptional advocate for those seeking defence representation. In his current practice, Daniel frequently appears in the Magistrates, District, and Supreme Courts, advocating for clients charged with serious criminal, traffic, and domestic violence offences. He also represents both aggrieved and respondent parties in Domestic Violence Order applications, fiercely protecting the rights and freedoms of his clients to achieve favourable outcomes. If you face criminal charges or traffic offences, Daniel McShane is the dedicated and experienced lawyer best equipped to defend your interests.

Practice Areas

Criminal & Traffic

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Experience

Director
Director
Rawlings Criminal Law
Dec 2023 - Present · 2 years 5 months
Senior Solicitor
Senior Solicitor
Rawlings Criminal Law
Jul 2021 - Dec 2023 · 2 years 5 months
Prosecutor
Prosecutor
Queensland Police Service
Aug 2016 - Jul 2021 · 4 years 11 months
Police Officer
Police Officer
Queensland Police Service
Nov 2013 - Aug 2016 · 2 years 9 months

Education

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
The College of Law Australia
1970
Bachelor of Laws - LLB
Bachelor of Laws - LLB
University of Southern Queensland
1970

Contact Information

Southport, QLD

LocationSuite 402, 89 Scarborough St, Southport, QLD
Click to Reveal Phone Number07 5527 ..

Practice Certificate

Name
Daniel McShane
Date of Admission
2019
Specialisations
Family Law, Family - Domestic Violence, Criminal Law
Certification type
Unrestricted Principal
Region
QLD
CheckLast checked: 8 May 2026
Checked with the Queensland Law Society

Practice Categories

Criminal & Traffic
  • Criminal Law
  • Domestic Violence
  • Driving Offences