Jackson McDonald

Perth, Australia

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Jackson McDonald

Perth, Australia

Jackson McDonald is a leading independent law firm based in Perth, Western Australia, with a history dating to 1922. The firm provides a broad range of legal services to businesses, government bodies, financial institutions, developers, resource companies, not-for-profit organisations and private clients operating across Western Australia and beyond.

Its lawyers advise on complex commercial, regulatory, transactional and contentious matters, with established capabilities in corporate and commercial law, insurance, real estate, construction, infrastructure, energy, employment, intellectual property and dispute resolution. The firm is recognised for its depth of sector knowledge, particularly in industries central to the Western Australian economy, including mining, resources, infrastructure, construction, property and government.

Jackson McDonald places clear communication, collaboration and client objectives at the centre of its service approach. Its teams work to understand each client's commercial or personal circumstances, provide practical and tailored advice, and support informed decision-making. The firm's independent structure, partner involvement, regional networks and long-standing community relationships contribute to its reputation for accessible and commercially focused legal service.

About Jackson McDonald

Founded in 1922

150 people in their team

Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Insurance

Real Estate

Lawsuits & Disputes

Employment & Labor

Languages spoken

English

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Practice areas

Jackson McDonald's corporate and commercial lawyers advise companies, investors, financial institutions, public sector bodies and not-for-profit organisations on business structuring, governance, regulatory compliance, commercial contracts, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, business acquisitions and transactions. The team combines technical legal knowledge with an understanding of each client's industry and operational objectives, helping clients manage risk, pursue opportunities and implement commercially practical solutions.

Administrative

Admiralty & Maritime

Agriculture

Antitrust

Aviation

Business Registration

Contract

Due Diligence

Franchising

Gaming

Government Contract

Licensing

Merger & Acquisition

Transportation

Venture Capital

Cannabis Law

Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations

International Trade Law

Government Relations & Lobbying

Private Equity

Corporate Governance

Sanctions & Export Controls

Jackson McDonald's insurance practice acts for insurers, employers, businesses and other stakeholders in insurance and risk matters, including workers compensation, public liability, common law claims, policy interpretation, coverage issues, claims management and insurance-related disputes. The team assists clients with strategic claim assessment, regulatory requirements, litigation and settlement decisions, drawing on experience in Western Australia's statutory compensation and liability frameworks.

Disability Insurance

Bad Faith Insurance

Health insurance

Insurance Defense

Insurance Fraud

Life Insurance

Marine Insurance

Property Insurance

Reinsurance

Jackson McDonald's real estate lawyers advise developers, landowners, investors, government entities, businesses and other property participants on property acquisitions and disposals, development projects, leasing, land use, planning, local government issues, property transactions and related commercial arrangements. The team helps clients navigate legal, regulatory and commercial risks throughout the property lifecycle, from initial structuring and due diligence through to completion and ongoing management.

Commercial Real Estate

Housing, Construction & Development

Foreclosure

Land Use & Zoning

Landlord & Tenant

Mortgage

Real Estate Due Diligence

Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations

Brokerage

Conveyancing

Easements & Boundary Disputes

Title Disputes & Property Tax Appeals

Jackson McDonald's dispute resolution and litigation team assists clients with commercial disputes, contractual claims, corporate and director matters, construction and infrastructure disputes, property disputes, insurance litigation and proceedings before Western Australian courts and tribunals. The practice focuses on efficient dispute strategies aligned with the client's objectives, including early assessment, negotiation, alternative dispute resolution and robust representation when litigation is required.

ADR Mediation & Arbitration

Appeal

Class Action

General Litigation

Ethics and Professional Responsibility

Commercial Litigation

Antitrust Litigation

Restructuring & Insolvency

Dispute Prevention & Pre-Litigation

International Arbitration

Construction Disputes

Jackson McDonald's employment and workplace relations lawyers advise private and public sector employers on workplace investigations, unfair dismissal, adverse action, industrial relations, workplace health and safety, employment contracts, workforce management and disputes with employees or unions. The team provides responsive, tailored advice designed to help organisations meet their legal obligations, manage workplace risk and resolve sensitive employment matters effectively.

Employment Rights

Hiring & Firing

Job Discrimination

Labor Law

Pension

Retirement

Sexual Harassment

Wage & Hour

Wrongful Termination

Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Non-Compete & NDA Agreements

Independent Contractor & Misclassification

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