Donaldson Law

03/09/2026

🏡 Welcome to our new home! 💙

The boxes are unpacked, the signage is up, the coffee machine is working overtime and we’re officially settled into our new office at the T & L Buildng, Level 1, 152 - 156 Margaret Street, Toowoomba.

Our Donaldson Law team is proud to call this beautiful new space home alongside our colleagues from Enterprise Legal, all under the Better Lawyers Group roof.

A huge amount of work has gone into creating a space that feels welcoming, comfortable and most importantly, somewhere our clients can feel at ease when they walk through the doors.

And what better way to officially welcome everyone in than with the whole Better Lawyers Group crew together! 👋

We can’t wait to welcome our clients, colleagues and community through the doors.

New office. Same Donaldson Law team. 💙

28/08/2026

Our Senior Associate and Team Lead, Kelsey Hyslop was contacted this week to comment on the upcoming closure of the Australian Sports Commission Restorative Program, following four years of operation.

The Program continues to accept applications until 31 December 2026, providing eligible individuals with an opportunity to engage in a restorative process in relation to experiences of harm within Australian sport.

Read the article below for more information, including Kelsey’s comments on the Program and its upcoming closure.

Elite athletes who were subjected to sexual, physical and mental abuse while training at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) have been notified they have just four months left to lodge fresh claims seeking financial payments of up to $50,000 for the inappropriate behaviours they were subjected t...

10/08/2026

Getting to know our Team | Jess McGregor

Meet Jess McGregor, a Lawyer at Donaldson Law in our ADF entitlements section. Jess works with current and former Australian Defence Force members, helping them navigate retrospective medical discharge applications, invalidity benefits and other complex superannuation and service-related entitlements.

Jess brings a methodical, organised and steady approach to her work, drawing on her background in contract management and project coordination. She helps clients understand how the ADF, Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation and Department of Veterans’ Affairs systems fit together, while guiding them through the evidence, paperwork and waiting periods involved.

Known for being calm, thorough and clear, Jess takes the time to explain processes in plain language and make each step feel more manageable. Her grounded and practical approach helps provide steady support to veterans and families as they work through complex and often long-running matters.

06/08/2026

🎬 Law, film and the power of storytelling

Last night, Fiona, Adrianna and Elly attended the Queensland Fringe where they had the opportunity to sit in on a fascinating conversation with Stephen Roche, lawyer and Executive Producer and Scott Corfield, Producer of the film Don’t Tell.

The discussion offered a unique insight into bringing such an important and confronting local true story to the screen and the role that both law and storytelling can play in giving survivors a voice and shining a light on injustice.

🎥 About Don’t Tell
Based on true events, Don’t Tell follows Lyndal, a young woman who survived sexual abuse while attending a prestigious school and her fight for justice with the support of local lawyer Stephen Roche. The Australian courtroom film tells a powerful story of courage, speaking out and holding institutions to account.

A thought-provoking evening for Fiona, Adrianna and Elly and a great opportunity to hear directly from two of the people behind a significant Australian film.

28/07/2026

Getting to know our Team | Jayde Busiko

Meet Jayde Busiko, who is part of our Reception and Client Services team at Donaldson Law. Jayde helps ensure every client interaction is professional, warm and efficient from the moment someone first gets in touch.

A recent high school graduate, Jayde is building her career in a full-time business-focused role and brings a friendly, reliable presence to the front desk. She enjoys working with people, takes pride in presenting herself professionally and understands the importance of clear communication and attention to detail.

With a calm, organised and client-focused approach, Jayde helps keep things running smoothly behind the scenes while making clients feel welcomed and looked after. Her positive attitude and willingness to keep learning make her a wonderful support to both our clients and the wider team.

23/07/2026

When institutions fail to protect vulnerable children, transparency and accountability must come first.

The tragic death of a four-year-old boy in Wyong has prompted difficult questions about whether more could have been done to intervene. As an independent review examines the Department's involvement, a broader issue also emerges. Should institutions be able to rely on legal professional privilege to shield systemic failures from scrutiny?

In this latest article, our Abuse Law team explores why legal rights and public accountability must be carefully balanced, and why legal loopholes should never stand in the way of learning from institutional failures or delivering justice for victims and survivors.

🔗 Read the full article here:
https://donaldsonlaw.com.au/institutions-must-not-use-legal-loopholes-to-hide-systemic-failures

20/07/2026

Getting to know our Team | Mia Billing

Meet Mia Billing, a Law Graduate at Donaldson Law. Mia began her legal career at just 17 in a general practice firm in her hometown of Goondiwindi and has since developed strong experience across a range of areas, with a particular focus on compensation work.

At Donaldson Law, Mia works primarily on abuse, ADF and personal integrity matters under the supervision of the senior team. She assists with gathering and organising records, preparing chronologies and evidence summaries, drafting detailed correspondence and helping keep matters moving in a steady and organised way.

Mia is known for her calm manner, attention to detail and ability to explain practical next steps in plain language. Her thoughtful and steady approach helps clients feel supported as they navigate complex and often sensitive legal matters.

17/07/2026

✨ Client feedback like this is why we do what we do✨

It was a privilege to support our client as she reflected on her experiences as an elite athlete and navigated a complex legal process. Helping our clients move through that process with clarity and confidence is a responsibility we do not take lightly.

Here's what they had to say👇

15/07/2026

Feeling incredibly grateful today! 🧁✨

A wonderful client surprised our team with a delicious morning tea to say thank you after we helped achieve a great outcome in their military super matter.

Gestures like this are never expected, but they are always deeply appreciated. It's a privilege to help our clients navigate important legal matters and work towards the best possible outcome for them.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity—it certainly made our day! We're so pleased we could help.

09/07/2026

Getting to know our Team | Jess Richardson

Meet Jess Richardson, a Law Graduate at Donaldson Law. Jess brings over eight years of dedicated experience in abuse law, having worked exclusively in this complex and sensitive area since 2017.

Originally from Kingaroy, Jess began her legal career as an administrative assistant before progressing into paralegal and law clerk roles while completing her Bachelor of Laws through UniSQ. She has worked on abuse claims across every Australian state and territory, including matters involving churches, schools, sporting bodies, juvenile justice centres and other institutions.

Known for her strong communication and client-focused approach, Jess takes pride in tailoring her support to each client’s individual needs. Her calm, thoughtful and informed approach helps clients feel supported, empowered and more confident as they move through the legal process.