Solicitors and Lawyers Mackay - Leading Local Law Firm

Mackay Solicitors You Can Trust

Local people. Local expertise. Industry leaders.

For decades, Macrossan & Amiet has been a leading local law firm in Mackay, with offices in Proserpine and the Whitsunday’s.  Our team combines deep local knowledge with extensive legal expertise, providing clients with trusted guidance across a wide range of legal matters.

We offer professional and experienced legal services in all areas of the law including personal injury, compensation claims, family law, wills, estate administration, estate disputes, criminal & traffic representation and property transactions.  Whatever your legal needs, our solicitors are committed to achieving the best outcomes for you.

Our long-standing presence in the region reflects our dedication to the communities we serve.  We pride ourselves on delivering personalised, high-quality legal advice and exceptional client service.  We are proud to be recognised for our expertise, professionalism and reliability, making us a firm that individuals and businesses trust.

Contact us today to discuss how our solicitors can help you navigate your legal matters with confidence and care.

Macrossan & Amiet is a leading full-service law firm dedicated to providing trusted, professional legal services in Mackay, Proserpine and the Whitsundays, and offer appointments in Brisbane, Rockhampton and Townsville to support clients across the region.  We have experienced solicitors to help with all of your personal and business legal requirements.

Our team of experienced solicitors understands the local environment and legal landscape, ensuring personal and business clients receive tailored advice and the best possible outcomes.

As a long-standing local firm, we are committed to delivering high-quality, reliable legal services across a wide range of areas.  With decades of experience serving the region, you can trust that your legal matters are in capable hands.

Personal Injuries

Personal injuries can occur in day-to-day life. People often suffer on-going pain, disability and financial distress as a result of injury, either through motor vehicle accidents, workplace accidents or because of another person. The law of negligence operates to protect people who have suffered injury.

Family Lawyer

Our experienced, understanding, and capable team supports clients navigating family law proceedings, including matters involving parenting, property, and financial agreements. Whether you’re unsure of where to start, want to know what would happen if your relationship were to end, or are ready to get started, we’re here to help.

Criminal Law

Traffic and criminal offences including drink/drug driving, speeding, work licence applications, assaults, domestic violence, fraud charges – our experienced solicitors helping you achieve the best possible outcome.

Property Lawyer

Our experienced property lawyers can assist with leases, subdivisions, body corporates, farm restructures, easements, covenants, and a range of other property law matters.

Conveyancing

Buying or selling a first/new home, investment property, farm sales, commercial property, you will need an experienced Solicitor to handle your conveyance.

Civil Litigation

Property & conveyancing disputes, professional negligence, building and construction claims, mining compensation claims.

Wills & Estate Planning

Wills (simple, complex or testamentary trust), Enduring Power of Attorney, Advanced Health Directive, Superannuation Binding Death Nomination

Powers of Attorney and Advanced Health Directive

We can assist you in setting up or redoing a Power of Attorney or an Advance Health Directive to help give you some peace of mind.

Deceased Estates

Our understanding, experienced and proficient team supports clients navigating deceased estates including estate administration with a Will, estate administration without a Will and estate disputes.

Migration & Australian Visas

Comprehensive migration services including family visas, skilled migrant visas, innovation and business talent visas, and employer-sponsored visa applications, with expert guidance throughout the process.

Workplace Lawyer

Unfair dismissal, restraint of trade, workplace health and safety issues, employment agreement advice

Business Lawyer

Macrossan & Amiet understands the complexities of business transactions and the legal obligations that are associated with businesses such as shareholder dealings, franchising, loan and security advice, licences, permits, trademarks, copyright and intellectual property, business restructuring, insolvency.

Why Clients Trust Macrossan & Amiet

At Macrossan & Amiet Solicitors, trust is more than a promise.  It’s the foundation of our 130 years of service to the Mackay, Whitsunday’s and broader Queensland community.  As the region’s oldest law firm, clients choose us because they know they’re backed by a legal team with unrivalled experience, deep local knowledge, and long-standing reputation for results.

Since 1895, individuals, families and businesses across the region have turned to Macrossan & Amiet for dependable legal guidance.  Our legacy reflects continuity, professionalism and the confidence clients place in us.

Our commitment to outstanding legal service is consistently recognised by respected independent bodies, earning us accolades that reflect the quality of our work:-

  • Doyle’s Guide – multiple practitioners and practice areas at Macrossan & Amiet have been acknowledged by the highly regarded Doyle’s Guide, an independent ranking system that highlights the best law firms and lawyers across Australia.

  • ThreeBestRated – multiple practitioners and the Firm have also been named among the Top 3 firms in our region by ThreeBestRated, which evaluates businesses based on a rigorous 50-point inspection covering reputation, expertise, customer satisfaction, and more.

  • Quality Business Awards Australia — where we rank within the top 1% of businesses nationwide for service quality, client satisfaction and reputation, using an internal point scoring system.

These recognitions provide objective assurance to clients seeking trusted, skilled and reputable legal representation.

Our solicitors combine decades of expertise with a practical, solution-focused approach. We deliver clear advice, strong advocacy, and effective strategies across a wide range of legal areas.  Clients appreciate our ability to simplify complex matters, resolve issues efficiently, and protect their interests at every stage.

We value professionalism, confidentiality and accountability, ensuring every client feels informed, respected and supported.

Trust is earned through honesty and reliability.  Our clients benefit from:-

  • Clear, upfront communication;

  • Transparent costs;

  • Timely responses;

  • A personalised legal strategy tailored to their needs.

We value professionalism, confidentiality and accountability, ensuring every client feels informed, respected and supported.

Beyond our legal achievements, we are proud contributors to the local community. Our involvement in regional initiatives, charities and industry groups underscores our commitment to the people and businesses who rely on us.

We believe that behind every legal solution is a dedicated, highly qualified team, and ours is ready to stand by your side when you need it most.

Our solicitors, associates and directors bring together decades of experience across property, family, business, wills and estate, criminal, employment law and litigation.

Whether you’re buying a home, planning your estate, running a business, or navigating a complex legal matter, we take the time to understand your needs and work hard to achieve the best possible outcome.

Explore Our People to learn more about their skills, experience and how they can help you.

FAQs

Have you gotten yourself into an accident at work? Are you dealing with a family dispute? Or are you wanting to bring civil litigation against a company that has done you wrong?

In all of these cases, you’ll need an experienced and highly qualified lawyer & solicitor in Mackay on your side to make sure that everything is done by the book. With help and support from our lawyers, you have the best possible chance of getting the outcome you want.

We offer a range of legal services, with our highly qualified team providing as much support as possible in your case. If you need legal assistance, get in touch with our team and we’ll be happy to arrange a consultation to learn more about your specific circumstances.

Our team works in all areas of law. From property law and conveyancing, in the case that you’re moving houses to workplace law or personal injury law for clients who might have had an accident at work, we have a lawyer & solicitor in Mackay who can help.

All of our staff are held to the highest of standards, both ethically and professionally. We aim to act as honestly as possible and offer you accurate legal advice that you can trust.

We won’t sugarcoat the truth and will always present the information around your case as we see it, so rest assured you’ll know exactly where you stand.

Macrossan & Amiet Solicitors is a quality-assured legal practice, meeting all of the necessary provisions under AS/NZS ISO 9001. Our quality assurance is renewed every three years, so you can trust we’re not basing our claims on past achievements and outdated information.

Additionally, we aren’t exclusively based in Mackay, as we have offices in Proserpine, and the Whitsundays too. We can also offer you appointments in our offices in Brisbane, Rockhampton and Townsville.

If you’re in need of the best legal services Queensland has to offer, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our Mackay law firm and we’ll let you know how to best proceed with your legal case.

You can call our team on (07) 4944 2000, send us an email or visit our offices to talk to one of our legal experts. We’ll offer advice and get you on the right path towards solving your legal issues.

Community Outreach

At Macrossan & Amiet Solicitors, our commitment extends beyond providing trusted legal advice. We believe strong communities build stronger futures and we are proud to actively support initiatives that enrich and uplift our local area.

Mackay Eisteddfod

Macrossan & Amiet has been a long-standing major sponsor of the Mackay Eisteddfod.  Support of the local Eisteddfod helps keep the event accessible, vibrant, and inclusive.  Our sponsorship supports participation across music, speech, drama and dance, giving performers the opportunity to build confidence, skills and a love of the arts.  This ongoing involvement also strengthens community connection and helps preserve a valued cultural tradition for future generations.

Macrossan & Amiet Charitable Foundation

Established in 1995 by the partners of Macrossan & Amiet Solicitors, the Macrossan & Amiet Charitable Foundation reflects the firm’s long-standing commitment to supporting local communities.  Registered as both a charity and a deductible gift recipient, the Foundation enables meaningful contributions to organisations making a difference across the Mackay, Whitsunday, and Isaac local authority areas.

Administered by independent trustees, the Foundation provides annual distributions to local charities and deductible gift recipients, ensuring funds directly benefit those delivering essential services and community programs.  Since its inception, the Foundation has fostered positive change by supporting a wide range of local initiatives, from health and education to social welfare and community development.

Starting with an initial donation of $100,000.00 from Macrossan & Amiet Solicitors, the Foundation has grown to hold over $2.3M in capital. Through this growth, it has distributed more than $1.2M to local charities, making a tangible impact on the lives of community members and reinforcing the firm’s dedication to giving back to the regions it serves.  The Foundation has helped fund vital community programs, support disadvantaged families, enhance educational opportunities, and strengthen social services across the region.

The Foundation stands as a testament to Macrossan & Amiet’s ongoing commitment to giving back. By supporting local charities, the firm ensures that its success translates into tangible benefits for the communities it calls home, fostering stronger, healthier, and more resilient communities.  Macrossan & Amiet Solicitors proudly covers all administrative expenses associated with the Foundation, ensuring 100% of donated funds to be distributed directly to community organisations with zero wastage.

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Charitable Foundation

Over $1.2M to local charities

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Charitable Trust

Established in 1995

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Supporting Charities

With annual distributions support

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Donations

All Donations are Tax Deductible.

Macrossan & Amiet Education Foundation

We are working on the establishment of a second foundation, Macrossan & Amiet Education Foundation, dedicated to supporting the education and learning of Queensland students at both secondary and tertiary levels.  By providing targeted funding, the Education Foundation aims to empower young people to achieve their academic potential and pursue opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach.  Through this Foundation we continue making a meaningful difference by investing directly in the future of Queensland’s students.

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