BDG Legal

BDG Legal BDG Legal is a full service legal firm located on the Gold Coast. That means that we can service al
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That means that we can service all of your needs, which ensures you have consistent legal advice, and saves you costs associated with moving between different firms to service different or associated legal requirements. We make it our aim to get to know you and/or your business so we can better service your needs. What sets BDG Legal apart from our competitors, is that:

Our Partner, Michael McDon

ald, is one of Queensland’s most experienced Gold Coast lawyers and advocates. Michael is a former senior solicitor in the international Minter Ellison Group, he has practised as a barrister in Brisbane for almost a decade, and is a nationally accredited mediator. He, therefore, has a thorough understanding; not only of the preparation required throughout the litigation process but, because of his Dispute Resolution experience, Michael also has all of the skills to ensure BDG Legal clients’ problems have the best chance of a successful resolution; and

Our Partner, Cherriee Ludemann, practised for a decade, as a corporate in-house counsel and company secretary for a large proprietary company on the Gold Coast. Cherriee, therefore, understands the service expectations and cost pressures from the client’s point of view when dealing with a Law Firm; and

We do not charge you for time spent by secretarial or administrative staff on your matter, nor do we charge you for time spent by our solicitors’, having internal meetings, to discuss your matter; and

BDG Legal is committed to providing superior service in order to meet client expectations. Visit our webpage at www.bdglegal.com.au to learn more about our firm.

Congratulations to BDG Legal's Cherriee Ludemann who is celebrating her 20th anniversary as a Solicitor, having been adm...
10/07/2026

Congratulations to BDG Legal's Cherriee Ludemann who is celebrating her 20th anniversary as a Solicitor, having been admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland on this day in 2006. 🤩

Administering an Estate can be complex and there may be a number of assets that need to be transferred or sold.BDG Legal...
12/06/2026

Administering an Estate can be complex and there may be a number of assets that need to be transferred or sold.

BDG Legal's Partner, Michael McDonald, has extensive experience in Estate administration. Give him a call on 1800 111 LAW if you require assistance with Estate Planning or Estate administration.

Entering into a commercial or retail shop lease for your business?Here are 5 tips to consider when negotiating a lease.I...
11/06/2026

Entering into a commercial or retail shop lease for your business?

Here are 5 tips to consider when negotiating a lease.

If you require advice on a commercial or retail shop lease, give our Partner, Cherriee Ludemann of BDG Legal a call on 1800 111 LAW before you finalise the Term Sheet so we can provide early advice to position you for the best deal.

Some might say that the traditional office environment is dead post COVID with hybrid work arrangements having taken over. However, many of us still love to spend at least a few days per week in the office interacting bo...

Death by a Thousand TaxesThere is really no such thing as a "Simple Will".  Effective Estate Planning requires you to ta...
09/06/2026

Death by a Thousand Taxes

There is really no such thing as a "Simple Will". Effective Estate Planning requires you to take into account multiple considerations, especially if you are trying to provide for minors or vulnerable persons with a Testamentary Trust.

The changes in the recent Budget (as referred to in the article from the Sunday Mail below) is further evidence that effective Estate Planning requires both legal and financial/accounting advice to ensure that you are actually achieving what you set out to do when making your Will.

BDG Legal's Principal, Michael McDonald, has over 48 years of experience in advising on Wills and Estates. Contact him now on 1800 111 LAW to obtain advice with respect to your particular circumstances.

Preparing to sell or buy a business?Cherriee Ludemann of BDG Legal has extensive experience in advising on business acqu...
08/06/2026

Preparing to sell or buy a business?

Cherriee Ludemann of BDG Legal has extensive experience in advising on business acquisitions and disposals across a range of industries.

Give us a call on 1800 111 LAW if you are considering buying, selling or starting a business.

If you are preparing your Business for Sale, you will need to consider what a prospective Buyer will want to know about your Business before they put forward a formal offer to buy your business.

Decisions you make now can affect your Estate Planning in the future.Obtaining early advice BEFORE you build your assets...
05/06/2026

Decisions you make now can affect your Estate Planning in the future.

Obtaining early advice BEFORE you build your assets is essential.

If you want to learn more, give us a call at BDG Legal on 1800 111 LAW.

The way a property is purchased and legally owned can have significant consequences if one of the owners passes away. In particular, the choice between joint tenancy and tenancy in common determines whether a person’s sh...

Do you have a valid Will? If not, why not?It is all too common to put off writing a Will. Family situations are increasi...
08/04/2026

Do you have a valid Will? If not, why not?

It is all too common to put off writing a Will. Family situations are increasingly more complicated than ever these days and it is important to get advice from a lawyer who is experienced in Estate Planning.

BDG Legal's Partner, Michael McDonald, has over 40 years’ experience in drafting Wills and administering Estates.

Give Michael a call on 1800 111 LAW (529) today to make an appointment to discuss your Estate needs or, to discuss administering the Estate of a loved one that you have recently lost.

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Are you the Executor of a loved one's Will?Click on the link to learn more about applying for Probate.Michael McDonald, ...
30/03/2026

Are you the Executor of a loved one's Will?

Click on the link to learn more about applying for Probate.

Michael McDonald, Partner, BDG Legal celebrated 46 years as an Australian Lawyer, this month, and has extensive experience in this area of law so feel free to call Michael on 1800 111 529 (free call) to make an appointment to discuss applying for Probate.

No Will? Michael can also help you to apply for Letters of Administration if there is no Will.

Probate of a Deceased Estate is the Supreme Court of Queensland’s official recognition of a will as legally valid.

Are you thinking of selling your home or buying a new home? Click the Link to learn more about the contract process.Give...
27/02/2026

Are you thinking of selling your home or buying a new home?

Click the Link to learn more about the contract process.

Give BDG Legal a call to discuss how we can help you. You can call our free toll number on 1800 111 LAW.

Buying or Selling a Business or requiring business law or contract law advice, call our lawyers on the Gold Coast for strategic commercial legal advice

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Level 15 Corporate Centre One, 2 Corporate Court
Gold Coast, QLD
4217

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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