We are able to provide you with legal guidance on all aspects of your conveyance, from pre-contract, post-contract and to settlement. From Wills and Powers of Attorney, to estate planning and administration, we have extensive experience in estate law. MACLEGAL is an established firm in Essendon North / Strathmore, advising individuals and businesses alike.
Originally MCF Lawyers, the practice has supported the community since 1994 from its current location, and continues to deliver practical and cost-effective legal advice today. With accomplished staff, MACLEGAL offers the added advantage of skills and experience, whilst remaining convenient and local.
Originally MCF Lawyers, the practice has supported the community since 1994 from its current location, and continues to deliver practical and cost-effective legal advice today. With accomplished staff, MACLEGAL offers the added advantage of skills and experience, whilst remaining convenient and local.
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Leon was admitted as a lawyer at 20 years of age, and originally practised in South-east Queensland before relocating to Melbourne. Leon has a background in Family Law, Domestic Violence, Wills and Estates and General Litigation. Originally performing Legal Aid work, Leon is focused on providing practical and cost-effective legal advice.
One of the biggest decisions in your life is buying a house and again later, when selling. We are able to provide you with legal guidance on all aspects of your conveyancing matter, from pre-contract, post-contract and to settlement. Conveyancers are registered advisors and advise on the sale/purchase process.
You're not alone. Divorce now affects 43% of marriages in Australia (Australian Bureau of Statistics 2015) with 20% having been married before. There's no reliable figures available for de facto and same-sex couples. Family law plays an important part in how these separations take place. Many contact us following separation, however more and more contact us prior to co-habitating or marriage, seeking a sense of security.
Reviews (9)
Huyen Vu
Jan 13, 2022
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I engaged Maclegal’s help going through family dispute resolution and conveyancing matters and I can’t compliment the team enough for the extensive experience and knowledge in the field as well as the dedication and professionalism demonstrated.
Leon’s commercial approach means that he looks for the best outcome for you while minimising your cost – I know not many would expect this from a lawyer, but Leon truly tries to save you on legal cost ! He really didn’t charge me for many hours we spoke to understand my case.
I think It is important to have a someone who understand the non-monetary
Leon’s commercial approach means that he looks for the best outcome for you while minimising your cost – I know not many would expect this from a lawyer, but Leon truly tries to save you on legal cost ! He really didn’t charge me for many hours we spoke to understand my case.
I think It is important to have a someone who understand the non-monetary
Jean Louise
May 12, 2021
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Leon McPaul has been working closely with my brother and myself for over 2 years. My brother was forced into a horrible family law dispute. It was a brutal and emotional process and thank goodness Leon was our Lawyer. He was honest from the start. Fees were clearly stated and reasonable. The outcome he predicted from day one was the outcome we got. Leon is extremely knowledgeable in family law and was always professional and personable. There were many times he went above and beyond for us and his concern for my brother and his children was genuine. His attention to detail was outstanding and he
Arran Bartholomeusz
Mar 21, 2021
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After my Wife's parents passed away, she engaged the services of Leon at MACLEGAL.
Leon's knowledge of family law and his compassionate and professional approach to his clients ensured that my wife and her siblings experienced a smooth and thorough process in sorting out their parents' estate.
Leon and his team maintain excellent communication throughout the whole process and provided well informed advice when needed.
After experiencing first-hand what my wife went through when she lost her parents, I have to say that I completely trust Leon as a person of integrity and a highly competent lawyer
Leon's knowledge of family law and his compassionate and professional approach to his clients ensured that my wife and her siblings experienced a smooth and thorough process in sorting out their parents' estate.
Leon and his team maintain excellent communication throughout the whole process and provided well informed advice when needed.
After experiencing first-hand what my wife went through when she lost her parents, I have to say that I completely trust Leon as a person of integrity and a highly competent lawyer
Ben R.
Aug 30, 2020
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Hannah helped me through the purchase of my first property. All of the process seemed very daunting at the start but with Hannah’s guidance and expertise it was quite an easy process. With some issues on the finance side of the settlement causing me some stress and headaches, Hannah explained the options and processes and relieved all that stress. Thankfully, with her help, we worked through the issues and settled.
Thanks Hannah!
Thanks Hannah!
Theo Filippidis
Aug 28, 2020
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Hannah Brand – Outstanding in Every Way!
From my first conversation with Hannah, I knew I was dealing with a professional, answered all my questions with prompt response to all my calls and emails.
It was a race against time Hannah made the process of purchasing very easy, and a pleasant experience was informative very helpful with every step of the way and went above and beyond 5 STARS to Hannah.
I cannot thank Hannah enough for all her efforts, extremely impressed with her professionalism, care, advise, and overall quality service would highly recommend.
Most certainly my future business
From my first conversation with Hannah, I knew I was dealing with a professional, answered all my questions with prompt response to all my calls and emails.
It was a race against time Hannah made the process of purchasing very easy, and a pleasant experience was informative very helpful with every step of the way and went above and beyond 5 STARS to Hannah.
I cannot thank Hannah enough for all her efforts, extremely impressed with her professionalism, care, advise, and overall quality service would highly recommend.
Most certainly my future business
Joey
Dec 31, 2019
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Purchased a property with the assistance of Hannah, if you want a good property lawyer make sure to use Hannah. She is knowledgeable, pragmatic, patient and an excellent communicator.
Hannah guided us through the process from start to finish and always responded to phone calls/emails within 24 hours.
Hannah always acted in our best interest and I couldn't have been happier with her advice and assistance. Despite a difficult Vendor, Hannah made the process relatively simple.
The price was also very reasonable for the level of support provided. Thanks!
Hannah guided us through the process from start to finish and always responded to phone calls/emails within 24 hours.
Hannah always acted in our best interest and I couldn't have been happier with her advice and assistance. Despite a difficult Vendor, Hannah made the process relatively simple.
The price was also very reasonable for the level of support provided. Thanks!
Scott Dorward
Dec 01, 2019
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Brilliant, impressed with MACLEGAL’s personal service and honest, with frank advice. Leon came to me as a recommendation through a barrister, and he has gotten me a better outcome through a settlement than what the barrister advised. Attention to detail is spot on. Has assisted me with a property settlement, conveyancing and estate matters!
Amanda Williams
Nov 23, 2018
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Leon the principal at Maclegal is THEE most trustworthy lawyer I have had the pleasure of doing business with. He is sincere, genuine and actually takes the time to ask about my family. I don't have a lot of experience with lawyers but if I had to recommend anyone it would be Leon. In fact the staff (Hannah) that works there too is awesome. I can't fault them at all. Leon is dedicated and actually has a sense of humor not like others who are all about getting the job done. If you need a lawyer GO TO MACLEGAL and ask for Leon you will NOT be disappointed.
Penelope Charalampidis
Nov 14, 2018
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After making contact on a personal matter I found Leon very understanding of my situation and honest in his recommendations, even though it wasn't what I wanted to hear. In the end he was right. I have recommended MACLEGAL to several clients for contract review, family law issues and a Will. The feedback I got from others was that Leon was very friendly, helpful and that they felt that he had their best interests at heart. I will continue recommending him to others.
